Cataloochee Ski Area is conveniently located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, four miles off US 19 above Maggie Valley, North Carolina.

Cataloochee has nine slopes and trails and a vertical drop of 740 feet. Two double chairlifts and one rope tow.

Even when the winter weather seems too warm for skiing, Cataloochee's mile-high elevation provides fine conditions for making and keeping snow.

Many families have learned to ski on these gentle slopes. Cataloochee's PSIA-registered Ski School teaches basics to novices or new techniques to experts. Telemark and snowboard instruction is also offered.

The Catt Trackers Program for ages 4-6 and the Catt Explorers Program for ages 7-12 are perfect for kids of all ability levels.

Preregistered groups of 15 or more qualify for special pricing on lift tickets and rental euipment. With every 15 paid skiers, your group will receive one free set of rental equipment and one free lift ticket. Group members age four and above who rent equipment from Cataloochee are eligible for free beginner lessons.

The lodge is comfortable, featuring a circular fireplace, home cooked meals, full service rental department, and a sun-drenched deck.

Cataloochee Ski Area is located four miles off US 19 above Maggie Valley, North Carolina, only 35 miles west of Asheville, 3 1/2 hours north of Atlanta and 2 1/2 hours from both the Knoxville and Greenville/ Spartanburg areas with easy four lane access from each.

Snow Phone: 828-926-3588