Great Skiing Near Albany: Ski Resorts Are An Easy Drive North, South, East & West

Ready to hit the slopes for a fun day of skiing? There are plenty of ski resorts near Albany where you can downhill ski or snowboard, as well as enjoy cross-country ski trails. Don't ski? Many also offer fun tubing centers and other activities that are perfect for families and non-skiers. Relax in a ski lodge by the warmth of a crackling fire -- the larger Albany area ski resorts offer full-service bars, restaurants, and live entertainment!

In addition to local favorites, you can take an easy drive south to the Catskills, north to the Adirondacks, east to Massachusetts or Vermont and enjoy a day, or a weekend of great skiing. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, if you live in Albany NY, you are always just a drive away from a mountain where you can enjoy the powdery slopes. Check out the list below for more information, and enjoy skiing all winter long.