Plattekill Mountain
469 Plattekill Mountain Road,
Roxbury
, NY
(Driving Directions to Plattekill Mountain)
Last Updated: 5/24/2013 10:16 PM
Plattekill Mountain Lift Ticket and Ski Pass Deals — 9 Deals Priced From $79.00 - $1128.00
Plattekill Mountain Ski Report, Mountain Conditions and Resort Statistics
- 4 Beginner
- 18 Intermediate
- 6 Advanced
- 7 Expert
Plattekill Mountain operates Friday thru Sunday and midweek during holiday periods (see resort website for operating hours) and for private mountain rentals (any day they are not open to the public) for private groups with all services operational. Mountain Rentals are available for purchase through Liftopia. Plattekill is known for its big mountain terrain, small mountain charm
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and great family friendly atmosphere.
Treat Yourself ...and Your Family! Carve turns down 2-mile long cruisers or challenge yourself on our double blacks. By mid-afternoon, hit trails that appear as though no one else had been on them that day. Escape the crowded slopes and lift lines and discover a best kept secret... come discover just what makes Plattekill a truly unique mountain!
Once at the mountain, skiers will find 35 trails to choose from, each one offering something different each and every run. Conditions are top notch with our vast amount of terrain, limited crowds and exceptional detail to snowmaking quality. These factors result in our snow staying fresh longer and not skied off by mid-day. Our "Powder Puff" beginner trail is the most famous of all, a great 2-mile cruiser with just the right pitch and for the experts, our double diamond "Blockbuster" trail offers 1,100 feet of 'continuous vertical' from top to bottom and is known as one of the steepest in the region. Read more
Treat Yourself ...and Your Family! Carve turns down 2-mile long cruisers or challenge yourself on our double blacks. By mid-afternoon, hit trails that appear as though no one else had been on them that day. Escape the crowded slopes and lift lines and discover a best kept secret... come discover just what makes Plattekill a truly unique mountain!
Once at the mountain, skiers will find 35 trails to choose from, each one offering something different each and every run. Conditions are top notch with our vast amount of terrain, limited crowds and exceptional detail to snowmaking quality. These factors result in our snow staying fresh longer and not skied off by mid-day. Our "Powder Puff" beginner trail is the most famous of all, a great 2-mile cruiser with just the right pitch and for the experts, our double diamond "Blockbuster" trail offers 1,100 feet of 'continuous vertical' from top to bottom and is known as one of the steepest in the region. Read more
Plattekill Mountain Amenities
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Night Skiing
Night Skiing
Night skiing available; an extra charge may apply. -
Terrain Park
Terrain Park
Ski area offers at least one terrain park. -
Half Pipe
Half Pipe
Ski area offers a half pipe. -
Cat Skiing
Cat Skiing
Cat skiing is available at this resort; may entail an add'l cost -
Snow Making
Snow Making
Ski area offers snow making for additional coverage. -
Daycare Available
Daycare Available
Guests have access to daycare services; an additional charge may apply. -
Slopeside Dining
Slopeside Dining
Resort offers at least one restaurant on the slopes; hours may vary. -
Slopeside Lodging
Slopeside Lodging
This resort has slopeside lodging available; it may or may not be ski in/ski out. -
Tubing
Tubing
This resort offers tubing activities; additional charges may apply -
Wi-Fi Access
Wi-Fi Access
This resort is equipped with internet access; additional charges may apply
Plattekill Mountain Operations
Status
Open for Summer Fun
Lifts Open/Total
0 of 3
Weekday Hours
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Trails Open/Total
0 of 35
Weekend Hours
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Plattekill Mountain Snow Report & Ski Conditions
Base Elevation
2,400 ft
24-hr Snowfall
0"
Vertical Drop
1,100 ft
Avg Base Depth
0"
Peak Elevation
3,500 ft
Plattekill Mountain Ski Pictures and Photos
Plattekill Mountain Logo
Plattekill Mountain Trail Map
Plattekill Mountain Reviews & Tips (41)
the rating of slopes is shifted form traditional, i.e. double black is actually a black, a black is probably a double blue as in utah, and a blue is a blue.
Plattekill Mountain review written Apr 08 2013 - 05:03 PM
Food -
chicken tender is way better than those of Belleayre.
Sandwich - the bread they use is phenomenal.
very friendly ski patrol and lodge staff
Plattekill Mountain review written Mar 15 2013 - 12:14 PM
Hidden Gem of the the Catskills lives up to its name. A bit confusing to get to, so make sure you pay attention to posted signs, or get a GPS. Only 30 minutes farther from NYC than Hunter or Windham, but NO lift lines whatsoever (early March weekend). This is an advanced-intermediate mountain. NOT a place for first timers to learn skiing, but an EXCELLENT mountain if you can handle the blues with ease. The 2-mile long Green trails from top of the mountain (Powderpuff, Overlook) are narrow, so beginners with height issues should beware.
Did I mention NO LIFT LINES?
Plattekill Mountain review written Mar 15 2013 - 12:10 PM
Dont come here.....I want more of this mountain to myself!!!!!!
:)
Its a gem, its simple, its sweet, tremendous character, limited crowds and really really nice lines. Beautiful fall lines and nice flow to the mountain. Hunter is like trying to ski in Penn Station, Windham is way too crowded and this little bugger offers better lines, better terrain and not a moments wait at the bottom.
This is my "go-to" for Catskill skiing!
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 27 2013 - 07:05 AM
This has been my 'secret" for the past 15 years. Platty is the best skiing in the Catskills. I have have worked as an instructor and patrolman here and elsewhere. Nothing compares for day trips from NYC. The total lack of skiers, especially on Fridays or the first two hours of the morning, are worth three or four times the ticket price. When there is fresh snow, 12" or more, they open on Monday - Thursday for us powder hounds. I have had more than one EPIC day, skiing in knee deep powder, with 20-25 other die hards on the mountain.
Thank you Laslo, the owner, for your vision and commitment.
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 26 2013 - 02:21 PM
Went there President's Day Weekend. Was super cold during the day and the wind chill put us below 0 degrees Fahrenheit. The slope was quite icy, so it wasn't that much fun. They tried to blow snow but it didn't do any good with the wind. If this mountain had powder, it could potentially be a really fun ride. Small mountain though with only two big lifts, but no wait in line, that was a plus.
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 20 2013 - 06:56 AM
Friendly and wonderful mtn but beginners beware.....this is an advanced terrain mtn with steep drop offs and fast trails. Tubing was also very good.
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 19 2013 - 02:15 PM
I left my car lights on and the battery died. I called the mountain and they sent a car to jump start my car. I offered a tip to the guy who came to help me and he refused saying, "we only care that you have a great day skiing". The guy came right away and in less than 5 minutes I was happily leaving the parking lot.
Really great people at that mountain!!!
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 19 2013 - 12:43 PM
Awesome savings from Liftopia! thank you!!
Whats the deal with the dining area? The tables are set up in such a way that you can't have people sit at them and also pass through to the farther area of the room.
And seriously get the snow making machines off the trail!
Skiing conditions were great once you got up the mountain. Lift line had no organization. Like a free for all. I had a boarder 'board' across my skis and look at me like it was my fault that I was in his way, and even had the nerve to tell me so, how rude!
Will go again, not on a holiday weekend, maybe then the polite people will be there like others have reported.
Plattekill Mountain review written Jan 22 2013 - 06:51 AM
Worth the trip down the road past Bellayre, it is a great kept secret of a mountain.
BEST part of the trip was the savings, via Liftopia, on the lift tix and the free meal voucher for $10!
MAJOR complaint get the big snow blower machines off the trail! Seriously?!
What a shame that they were still on the mountain and made a 1/4 of the trail unskiable!
Plattekill Mountain review written Jan 22 2013 - 06:35 AM
This was our first visit to Plattekill and I have to concur with what others have said.. a hidden gem and best kept secret in the Catskills (and probably not for long based on the reviews).
This is a skiers mountain, a small mountain that skis like a big mountain with 1,100' vertical top to bottom fall line runs and plenty of fun meandering trails. Other Catskill ski areas (notably Belleayre and Windham) may offer more vertical, but their advanced terrain is limited primarily to short headwalls and long moderately sloped run outs. The facilities are basic, a small base lodge and two chair lifts (a double and a triple, one surface lift), kind of like a Mad River Glen of the Catskills. Snow making is fairly limited and they are dependent to a large extent on mother nature, but when ma nature cooperates this is a skiers paradise.
As others have noted it was not crowded when we were there on Friday and I don't expect it gets very crowded on the weekends either. I expect it will remain that way as it is fairly remote (about another 20 minutes to get to from the NYC area), offers basic facilities and caters mostly to advanced skiers. This IMHO is a good thing.
The one thing I would like to see is some gladed trails. There were no glades on the trail map although a ski patroller advised me that the skiing is "boundary to boundary" and that there were some skiable glades to be found off the Overlook trail. We didn't get over that way and there wasn't enough natural snow to ski the trees anyway. I saw a blog posting indicating that they are working on a gladed tree run that may open at some point. I certainly hope so.
Oh and did I mention we got a deal on Liftopia (insert shameless plug) and the lift tix were only $20 each?? Best value ever. I love this place and will return many more times. It's my new favorite in the Catskills. If you are looking for fancy base lodges, luxury amenities and high speed detachable lifts go elsewhere. I hope they keep it just the way it is.
Plattekill Mountain review written Jan 14 2013 - 09:52 AM
I visited Plattekill for the first time yesterday on the advise of a friend and all the online reviews I read about the mountain. This is truly a hidden jewel! Every trail was open. In 6 hours of continuous riding I almost hit every one.Totally worth the $13 lift tickets I got from Liftopia. As all the reviews said, there is never a wait for the lift and there is plenty of snow & great skiing for all levels, although I found that it is better to be an advanced/ expert snow-rider to attempt many of the blues and blacks. The parking is a dream, less than 50 yards from the lifts, making for ease if you forget something or just want to leave your lunch in the vehicle.
My advise: be prepared for a workout, many of these trails are long and tough. And just like I read in many reviews, I suggest you bring your old equipment, some of the toughest trails do have spots of thin cover ( but this in no way takes away from your overall experience. I WILL be returning to this mountain often!
Plattekill Mountain review written Jan 05 2013 - 08:06 AM
Great place to go on busy weekends or holidays. I went on New years, and there might have been 100 people on the whole mountain. Which also means it is a good place to go a couple days after a storm because it takes days for the whole mountain to get tracked out. It also does have pretty cool terrain, and enough of it to keep you interested and exploring all day. That said if there isn't a lot of natural snow, you are looking for good food and amenities, or are a complete beginner, some of the other Catskill mountains are probably a better bet.
Plattekill Mountain review written Jan 03 2013 - 03:35 PM
Chose Plattekill for a day trip from CT in an effort to avoid the Christmas break crowds. Once we made it past the last 20 minutes of creeping along snow-covered roads, I only had to wait in one lift line for maybe 3 minutes max, and that was because of the after lunch "rush". The mountain received a solid 6" of fresh snow the day before, so most trails were un-groomed, which was just fine. Kept ducking into the powder along the edges ... FUN! Especially liked the blue and black trails off the double chair, they seemed longer than a 1100 ft. vertical and had stretches of nice powdery bumps. This place is deep in the Catskills, with a very mellow atmosphere. Many times I was the only one on the runs, which, though narrow, match the slopes of the mountain beautifully. What a great discovery, and one which I will always consider fior a quick trip, especially after some fresh snow.
Plattekill Mountain review written Dec 30 2012 - 08:49 PM
I'm a retired alpine patroller from Utah. These trails were cut for skiing, by skiers, who know how to pick a line. Truely the uncut gem of the East. Very friendly people, good food, great all around welcoming vibe. The narrow and steep trails are not particularly well suited for boarders, and novice skiers alike. Base facilities are adequate, well staffed, and genuinely Catskill in nature. Everything about this place feels like home. Love it. Somewhat tough driving to get to, a small to moderate size mountain, very limited business community at the base, and basically no frills, keep it just the way I like it.
Plattekill Mountain review written Nov 20 2012 - 08:03 AM
Plattekill is the best mountain in the catskills hands down
Plattekill Mountain review written Jan 30 2012 - 04:04 PM
We went Jan 22, 2012.
This is a very cute mountain and I love the lodge, but it is a bit rough for beginners.
Effectively they have one skiable green and one wide blue on the whole mountain. Otherwise their blue/green trails are either very narrow or extremely steep.
The green on the left side of the mountain looking up is particularly bad. It is not only terribly narrow, but has many patches of exposed gravel and rocks, which are unavoidable because of the narrowness (I was very glad I was in rental skis).
As noted, it isn't very crowded and seems like a really nice place.. I plan to return once i'm either more comfortable with narrow trails or up to black diamond level.
Plattekill Mountain review written Jan 25 2012 - 11:51 AM
Went to Plattekill on Sunday March 27, 2011 for my 1st time after some people I rode the lift with at Camelback recommended it. I really enjoyed it. Its sort of like Alta for the east coast. Some nice challenging black diamonds with natural snow. I just wish the wind wasn't so forceful that day cause it would have helped soften up the icy bits. I love the "no-frills" vibe there cause I enjoy skiing where they don't play music to force you to join in some silly party that I didn't sign on for. I just wish that the chairs could move a tad bit faster. All and all, well worth the trip for me, but I'm hard core.
Plattekill Mountain review written Mar 30 2011 - 04:34 PM
Very steep mountain for (intermediate) snowboarding. Some of the trails were closed due to heavy rainfalls. Aside from that, the trails that we did ride were great and there were no lines all day long. I would go again!
Plattekill Mountain review written Mar 17 2011 - 02:55 PM
Just visited Plattekill for the first time on Sunday, March 13, 2011.
Good mountain: blacks & double blacks are great! All the little side-trails in the woods are cool, too; my friend and I spoke to a ski patrol about them to see if they were off-limits--they weren't. Turns out they are trails used for mountain biking in the summer, but lots of people will ride/ski them in the winter. Awesome if you're into tree-skiing--nothing is really off-limits here.
Great conditions considering it's late-season. It was a cold(er) day, in the 30s, but it had rained earlier in the week--not that you could really tell. Some ice peeking through here and there, but generally just hard-packed snow, and actually some powder left (from 14" snowfall early in the week) on some trails!
NO LINES...It seemed like we only saw about 30 people at the whole mountain all day. We never waiting for a lift--BIG advantage in the Catskills! It's worth the extra 10 minutes past Platty's rivals for that alone! You'd often have a whole trail to yourself.
CON: Terrain park. It's better than I expected, from the photos on their website--more features and pretty decent ones at that. The big negative about it was there is no flow to the park. I'm JUST starting to ride park, so I'd skip the first few, larger features (2 jumps, a couple of rails...) and head down lower to the smaller jumps & rails. It was frustrating, though, because there didn't seem to really be enough space to really set yourself up before the smaller rails...I always felt like I wasn't really getting enough speed. Can't complain THAT much though, at least they had some stuff to ride!
OH YEAH: If you're a snowboarder, bring a leash! They're surprisingly strict about that rule...we saw signs on our way out of the lodge but ignored them 'til the lifty asked us if we had leashes...since he saw we didn't, we had to go to the ski shop and buy some there ($8.50 for your basic leash...sheesh!).
Plattekill Mountain review written Mar 15 2011 - 02:37 PM
Terrible... they closed for no reason .. waste of money.
Plattekill Mountain review written Mar 13 2011 - 02:44 PM
LOVED Plattekill Mountain. It has some great and challenging terrain and I love the "in the woods" feel to many of the trails. It was our first visit and I can't wait to go back. There are a few trails that are VERY narrow but everything else makes up for it. Certainly, my new favorite Catskill Ski area. Liked its charm over Hunter which is just too crowded!
Plattekill Mountain review written Mar 01 2011 - 05:38 PM
HIt the Kill on Saturday, 26 Feb 2011. They advertized 12 inches of snow the day before (failed to mention the rain prior to the snow). Because it was heavy stuff, most of the mountain was packed and groomed which made for fantastic conditions. I had to fight to tear myself away at the end of the day. My legs still feel it 2 days later. Just a great, mountain, with consistent steep terrain, nice people and fantastic views. Best kept secret in the Catskills.
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 28 2011 - 07:39 PM
The person below me pretty much covered it all. This mountain never disappoints, no matter how the conditions are. Plattekill is truly satisfying to a group of experts. Their tree skiing and little gems like cliff drops are just un-matched in the catskills. If this place got like 2 feet of powder it would easily rival west coast mountains. Without a doubt.
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 28 2011 - 02:13 PM
Had fantastic time despite miserable weather conditions (foggy, 50mph gusts and temps in single digits). Quiet and quaint mountain, there's something for every level. NEVER A LINE the entire day despite being the busiest weekend of the year (president's weekend). Loved the cosy atmosphere of the lodge, even lunch time rush wasn't bad compared to big mountains where you have to fight to find a seat. Big +: the bar upstairs carries Ommegang on tap, now that's indulgence after a few runs. Highly recommend Plattekill!
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 22 2011 - 11:24 AM
Plattekill is the best mountain on the east coast, steeps, pow, laz the owner personally told me were to get a cheap room down the road at the tbar saloon great food also. Can't find that at the big box mts. Every year mt. Gets better, I laugh at the masses who all turn left at bellaire as i go down the road less traveled to find heaven
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 18 2011 - 03:49 PM
We have enjoyed partnering with liftopia in securing our lift tickets at a considerable savings(:
We've visited Hunter and Windham, and we were not disappointed by Plattekill.
Like Elk in Pa., it is remote and quaint. We had great weather and the sun poured over the peaks opposite the trails,
lending to the splendor and majesty of the Catskills. Plan to visit Belleayre in March. It's worth the drive from Pa.
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 17 2011 - 04:31 PM
We had a great time, and I didn't lose my license and creit card this time!
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 15 2011 - 04:11 PM
Went on a Sunday, lake effect snow and flurries throughout the day, good to excellent conditions, first time here and was surprised at the trails and the choices, nice pitch on some of the trails. Short lines for a weekend, definitely recommend.
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 09 2011 - 08:21 PM
My Girlfriend and I, loved this place. A number of trails to hit, even there black diamonds are not impossible for novice skiers. Not crowded on Sunday at all, the only MT.I have ever been where there was never a line to get on a lift. Big terrain park. Liked it better than Windham, big time!..
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 08 2011 - 04:24 PM
Mountain is pretty steep, offers some challenging terrain. Vertical makes runs a little quick, but my legs were definitely feeling it at the end of the day. Would probably pick this mountain over the others in the area. 2:50 mins from central Jersey. Got my ticket for $31 through liftopia on weekend
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 08 2011 - 02:19 PM
Plattekill Rocks! Friendly, no pretense and solid challenging, interesting skiing.
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 03 2011 - 02:17 PM
I just built a house up here and this is the jewel of the Catskills, especially if you're an advanced skier. They get lake effects snow and its steep and natural. This is old school skiing at its best.
Plattekill Mountain review written Feb 02 2011 - 09:31 AM
Go. Soon. Steep blacks or tight and twisty blues. Good chili. Relaxed timber lodge. Good ski shop and excellent service everywhere. Cool bar.
Plattekill Mountain review written Jan 25 2011 - 02:28 PM
The ski school for children 4-6 is not very good. Hunter or Jiminy Peak have proven better. The price is cheaper at Plattekill and it shows! Spend the extra money and look for a mountain that has a magic carpet for the kids. It will make it easier and give them more chances to practice. Plattekill walked their kids up and let them ski only two or three times.
Plattekill Mountain review written Jan 19 2011 - 03:24 PM
Hit it on 1/14/11. Powder to be found everywhere! Got a love the local's hill.
Plattekill Mountain review written Jan 17 2011 - 11:35 AM
Mom and pop run spot. I love it. Tight trails, good steeps. Always have fun there
Plattekill Mountain review written Jan 11 2011 - 06:21 PM
Just went skiing here for the first time and I loved it! Its a tiny mountain, only about 150 acres but no body is ever on the mountain and it seems like just locals go there to ski. Never overcrowded. Def worth the 3.25 hour drive. Trails are beautiful and mountain is steep. Cant wait to go back.
Plattekill Mountain review written Dec 31 2010 - 06:50 AM
Plattekill has morning sun. Afternoons after 2 are in a shadow. No lift lines on the Sunday I was there. This was first time I have skied here. I would go back after some more trails are opened.
Plattekill Mountain review written Dec 21 2010 - 07:04 PM
Quiet even on a Saturday. Real food in the lodge and good music on the speakers. Trails are small but featured and as pleasant as anything else on the East Coast. If you can't stand the corporate chain ski resort feel, this is your kind of place.
Plattekill Mountain review written Dec 20 2010 - 04:01 PM
Nice private mountain. Good for teens/kids with beginner and Intermediate skills. No wait time for ski lifts.
Plattekill Mountain review written Dec 14 2010 - 05:53 AM