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Whitetail Resort Guide
Projected to open Dec 12
Projected to open December 12, 2026
Best months to book: February, January, December · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Dec 12
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Resort Guide
Whitetail Resort is located in Mercersburg, Pennsylvania, offering 23 trails across 120 acres of skiable terrain with a vertical drop of 935 feet. The resort features a modern base lodge, high-speed quad lifts, a dedicated beginner area, and a terrain park, catering to skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. Whitetail is known for its efficient snowmaking, well-groomed slopes, and family-friendly atmosphere, making it a popular choice for day trips from the Washington, D.C. and Baltimore areas.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Whitetail
Lifts
6
Skiable area
120 ac
Longest run
1.5 km / 0.93 mi
Share of terrain by difficulty
- Beginner32% of terrain
- Intermediate50% of terrain
- Advanced9% of terrain
- Expert9% of terrain
Lift fleet
- High-speed quad1
- Quad chair3
- Double chair1
- Surface lift3
Snowmaking covers about 100% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Solstice Restaurant & Bar – Known for its cozy atmosphere and scenic mountain views, Solstice offers a welcoming après-ski experience with craft cocktails, local beers, and a menu featuring hearty comfort food, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
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Off-season · 59cm full-season avg
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Whitetail Season Snowfall
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Whitetail Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 59cm with an average of 11 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 11% below this average (53cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 2cm | 0 days | 0cm | 5cm | 3cm |
| December | 11cm | 2 days | 2cm | 9cm | 7cm |
| January | 17cm | 3 days | 4cm | 14cm | 9cm |
| February | 18cm | 3 days | 6cm | 15cm | 8cm |
| March | 10cm | 2 days | 2cm | 11cm | 6cm |
| April | 1cm | 0 days | 0cm | 5cm | 2cm |
| May | 0cm | 0 days | 0cm | — | — |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 12, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Whitetail
- Where is Whitetail?
- Whitetail is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Whitetail?
- Whitetail runs from a base elevation of 335 m (1,099 ft) to a summit of 549 m (1,801 ft), giving a vertical drop of 214 m (702 ft).
- How big is Whitetail?
- Whitetail has 120 acres (49 hectares) of skiable terrain, 22 marked runs and 6 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Whitetail?
- Whitetail is on the Epic Pass. 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 Whitetail get in a typical season?
- Whitetail averages 40 inches / 102 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
