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Pros
- Closest big mountain to New York City
- Great après scene
- Updated lift system
Cons
- Weekend crowds
Overall
Hunter Mountain offers up a variety of solid terrain given its easy access - just 2.5-3 hours from New York City. Along with its great skiing, the reliable snowmaking throughout the season at Hunter Mountain makes it a worthwhile getaway, especially for weekend warriors.
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Hunter Mountain Reviews
Poor!1 / 5Mar 22, 2019
JKJessica K.
WORST skiing experience I’ve ever had. The icy blue square and black diamond trails were overcrowded with inexperienced and DRUNK skiers/snowboarders who should have been on the bunny slope or off the mountain completely. I saw at least 30 people who couldn’t even get off the chairlift without wiping out. I am an expert skier and was terrified of a... Moreadvanced skier
Poor!1.8 / 5Nov 08, 2018
Bruce B.
Hunter has an incredible ability to make snow and cover their vast terrain in a short period of time. Although they have some beginner trails, this place caters to the more advanced. With its steeps and moguls, the inexperienced can easily get into trouble if they think their ability is better than the signs warn. This place is no joke. Its a quick... Moreadvanced snowboarder
Good!3.9 / 5Nov 12, 2017
ABAlan B.
Been skiing Hunter for 30 years. As always great snowmaking, great advanced terrain, great learning terrain on Hunter 1. Convenient to NYC. Great sushi bar in the lodge. 2 high speed lifts make getting lots of vertical easy. Next year a new lift and 5 trails coming.... Moreexpert skier
Very Good!4.2 / 5Nov 09, 2017
JKJustin K.
Best mountain on the east coast, South of vermont! Its where I learned to ski, spent most of my winters, and call my second home. Buy your lift tickets and enjoy the slide!... Moreadvanced skier
Average!3.5 / 5Nov 07, 2017
GDGerald D.
We always have a great time, close to the city & affordable for yourself and the whole family. Plenty of places to eat and very clean. Plenty of ski runs & no wait time (at least for us) for the lifts. ... Moreintermediate skier
Superb!5 / 5Sep 29, 2017
DBWDavid B W.
This hill has a scenic drive to and from it. wonderful variation of terrain means the whole family can enjoy it. very practical place for winter time. learnt to ski here.Very Good!4 / 5Aug 22, 2012
AAmanda
Hunter Mountain offers the best skiing conditions closest to where I live, which is in Northern New Jersey. When I'm not able to go out West to snowboard, I enjoy the terrain at Hunter Mountain.Superb!5 / 5Sep 04, 2009
BBen
It is close, has friendly staff, the snow making is good, and I like their trials!Superb!5 / 5Apr 14, 2009
KKathy
Very close to the city. Can include a variety of activities with this trip.