Cataloochee Ski Area

With 18 slopes and trails, Cataloochee Ski Area offers mountains of fun for everyone, from skiers to snowboarders, from novices to veterans. Beginners can get a feel for things on a couple of smooth, gentle slopes (classes and private lessons are also available), while the more adventurous can head to the ramps, rails and boxes at the Cat Cage Terrain Park. For those with a need for speed, there's plenty of steepness on this mountain. Nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains, the surrounding views are magical. For ski report, call 828-926-3588 or 800-768-3588.

Tip: Cataloochee publishes a daily snow report with a summary of the temperatures, trails, lifts, weather conditions, and more. Give it a gander before you head to the slopes!