Wolf Ridge Ski Resort
| Wolf Ridge Ski Resort | |
|---|---|
  Wolf Ridge Ski Resort Location in the United States | |
| Location |
Madison County, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Nearest city | Mars Hill |
| Coordinates | 35°57′18″N 82°30′32″W / 35.955°N 82.509°WCoordinates: 35°57′18″N 82°30′32″W / 35.955°N 82.509°W |
| Vertical | 700 feet (213 m) |
| Top elevation | 4,600 feet (1,402 m) |
| Base elevation | 3,900 feet (1,189 m) |
| Skiable area | 82 acres (33 ha) |
| Runs |
23 - 57% beginner - 35% intermediate - 8% advanced |
| Longest run |
Broadway 1,800 feet (550 m) |
| Lift system | 4 chairs, 2 surface |
| Terrain parks | 1 |
| Snowmaking | 100% |
| Night skiing | 100% |
| Website | skiwolfridgenc.com |
Wolf Ridge Ski Resort is a ski area in the eastern United States in western North Carolina, near Mars Hill. Five miles (8 km) from Interstate 26, it has twenty-three ski slopes and trails, with approximately 57% of the slopes are rated beginner, 35% intermediate, and 8% advanced. With a top elevation of 4,600 feet (1,402 m) above sea level, Wolf Ridge has a maximum vertical drop of 700 feet (213 m). The slopes are accessed by four chairlifts and two carpet lifts.
Typical of North Carolina ski areas, Wolf Ridge relies primarily on snowmaking for its slopes. As of January 2013, Wolf Ridge has been under new management.
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