My New Orleans
12/31/2020
Travelers this time of year are usually looking to escape Carnival. While there’s not much to escape from this year, there’s still the invigorating slopes for those looking to getaway. Many New Orleanians head west to the Rockies, but great skiing and other winter attractions exist to the east in North Carolina and many times it’s more affordable.
Three major ski resorts lie within 50 miles of each other in North Carolina’s High Country, about a five-hour drive from Atlanta, and all offer different experiences. In fact, North Carolina owns the highest ski areas and the largest snow tubing on the East Coast.
Ski season is upon us and being outside on the slopes just might be one of the safest places to be this year.
As the coronavirus pandemic affects every part of our lives, snow sports are a way for people to play in wide-open spaces.
Hereâs a look at some options when you want to hit the slopes.
SUGAR MOUNTAIN
Sugar Mountain Resort boasts the largest vertical drop â 1,200 feet â of all the resorts in North Carolina, in addition to the largest area for skiing.
The resort, located in the Village of Sugar Mountain, has some of the most picturesque views from the top in the region.