📷 Elk Mountain
North America
Elk Mountain
Off-season
Closed for the season · reopens Dec 11
Best months to book: February, January, March · 30-yr snow record
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Off-season
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Elk Mountain is closed for the season. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February26cm avg
- #2January28cm avg
- #3March22cm avg
Ranked on 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 5, 05:02 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Off-season
Closed for the season · reopens Dec 11
27 runs · 7 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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About Elk Mountain
Elk Mountain is located in Union Dale, Pennsylvania, in the Endless Mountains region, offering 180 skiable acres and 27 trails suitable for all skill levels. The resort is recognized for its uncrowded slopes, advanced snowmaking, and a welcoming, authentic atmosphere distinct from more commercialized destinations. Key amenities include a newly renovated Winter Garden Restaurant, a ski and snowboard school with over seventy-five instructors, equipment rentals, and a dedicated terrain park. Elk Mountain stands out for its natural setting, consistent snow quality, and focus on a classic skiing experience without tubing or excessive crowds.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Elk Mountain
- Where is Elk Mountain?
- Elk Mountain is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Elk Mountain?
- Elk Mountain runs from a base elevation of 531 m (1,742 ft) to a summit of 821 m (2,694 ft), giving a vertical drop of 290 m (951 ft).
- How big is Elk Mountain?
- Elk Mountain has 180 acres (73 hectares) of skiable terrain, 27 marked runs and 7 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Elk Mountain?
- Elk Mountain is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- How much snow does Elk Mountain get in a typical season?
- Elk Mountain averages 83 inches / 211 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Elk Mountain in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #468 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -24% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Elk Mountain averaged -24% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 +10%, '15-16 -76%, '23-24 -7%. A pattern, not a promise.
