MANSFIELD– Winter is approaching, and the team at Snow Trails ski resort has been hard at work during the offseason making exciting improvements both on and off the slopes to kick off its 64th season.
Winter enthusiasts can look forward to enhancements across the resort, with snowmaking capabilities and LED lighting upgrades to the debut of a new Rope Tow and a refreshed dining experience.
Here are a few of the improvements ski enthusiasts can look forward to for the 2024/2025 Winter season.
New rope tow at Terrain Park
Snow Trails will introduce its 600-foot-long Rope Tow this season. Climbing 140 feet of elevation, it’s the only Rope Tow in Ohio and a much-anticipated addition for Terrain Park skiers and snowboarders.
This new feature allows skiers more convenience and greater slope time on advanced terrain in The Woods Terrain Park. Construction is currently wrapping up, with a completion date to be announced for this season.
Enhanced Snowmaking System
Snow Trails continues to invest in its robust snowmaking system. To ensure maximum snow coverage and excellent snow surface conditions all season long, the resort has added nine new SMI Super Pole Cat Snowmakers to its fleet.
It has also upgraded the snowmaking wire and pipe system on the Mt. Mansfield trail. These enhancements allow the resort to boost snowmaking production capacity during pre-season and in-season cold snaps for top-tier slope coverage all season long.
Snow Trails typically starts its first snowmaking campaign around Thanksgiving weekend, based on opportune weather conditions.
LED lighting upgrades
Skiers and snowboarders can look forward to optimum night skiing this winter.
Snow Trails has installed (28) new energy-efficient LED lights on its X-Over trails, the lower Alpine trail, and the new Rope Tow area. These upgrades ensure well-lit slopes for nighttime fun and enhanced visibility.
Lucky’s Cafeteria remodeled
Guests will enjoy a refreshed dining experience at Lucky’s cafeteria this season. Lucky’s has been remodeled to include an open floor plan, updated countertops, improved drink stations, and a new stairway.
The changes are designed to provide families an inviting grab and go experience with greater convenience for a quick refresh between runs.
Facility & parking lot improvements
From paving the Tubing Parking Lot to routine maintenance of Snow Cat groomers and chairlifts, Snow Trails remains committed to maintaining top-notch
facilities. These upgrades ensure a seamless and enjoyable visit.
For a listing of complete resort improvements and details, SnowTrails.com/Improvements. To stay up to date on the latest conditions and available terrain throughout the Winter, please visit the Snow Report.
Season passes available
Season Passes are still available for the 2024/2025 season, but may sell out with the popularity of the resort. To see the current quantities still available and purchase, visit the online store.
Winter employment opportunities
Snow Trails is currently interviewing candidates for winter employment in all departments. Employees enjoy a host of benefits including Season Passes, free or discounted equipment rentals and lessons, discounted meals, flexible schedules, winter jackets and more. Snow Trails season typically runs December into March.
Visit SnowTrails.com/Employment to learn more.
Snow Bucks
Give the gift of ski with Snow Trails Snow Bucks.
The holidays are here, and Snow Bucks Gift Cards make the perfect stocking stuffer for the ski and snowboard enthusiast on the gift list. Snow Bucks can be used to purchase food, apparel, lift tickets, snow tubing tickets, and more anywhere at the resort or ski shop.
Please note that purchasing a gift card does not guarantee availability for items like tubing tickets or lift tickets, which often have limited quantities. It is still recommended to make reservations well in advance.
Those wanting Snow Bucks to arrive by Christmas should place their order by December 10. To purchase, visit SnowTrails.com/GiftCards.
About Snow Trails
Snow Trails, which was the first commercial ski area in Ohio, is the only privately-owned ski resort in Ohio, and under the same family management since inception.
The resort features six chairlifts, including a slow-moving Beginner’s Double Chairlift and two ski carpets dedicated to the Beginner’s Area.
A third carpet lift is utilized for the Snow Tubing Park with the “Longest Tubing Lanes in Ohio.”
The Resort offers 21 total trails and is known for Timberline trail – “Longest Trail in Ohio.” There are three glade areas, plus five Terrain Parks.
A Rope Tow now in The Woods Terrain Park is a new addition this Season. A 9,000 square-foot Rental Center houses user-friendly equipment and offers a self-service system.
Snow Trails typically opens in early December and the season lasts into March. The resort is located off Interstate 71 south of Mansfield on Possum Run Road.
Website
For more information call 419-774-9818 or visit SnowTrails.com.
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Resort web cams
SnowTrails.com/Cams