Thunder Ridge
50 Thunder Ridge Rd.,
Patterson
, NY
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Last Updated: 6/18/2013 6:35 PM
Thunder Ridge Lift Ticket and Ski Pass Deals
Thunder Ridge Ski Report, Mountain Conditions and Resort Statistics
- 11 Beginner
- 8 Intermediate
- 11 Advanced
Skiing is a lifetime sport and we welcome all levels and ages, from beginner to expert, tiny tots to Senior Citizens! We have 30 trails, 3 chairlifts, a t-bar, a handtow, and 3 magic carpets with slow and gentle slopes to meet the needs of the newest skiers and snowboarders and advanced trails for the daring and adventurous!
No matter ... what your age or ability, we’ll make it a Thunderous and memorable day for you and your family.
Located in the rolling hills of Patterson, New York, we are just 20 minutes from Danbury, CT, 35 minutes from White Plains and only 75 minutes from New York City! Read more
No matter ... what your age or ability, we’ll make it a Thunderous and memorable day for you and your family.
Located in the rolling hills of Patterson, New York, we are just 20 minutes from Danbury, CT, 35 minutes from White Plains and only 75 minutes from New York City! Read more
Thunder Ridge 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
Thunder Ridge Operations
Status
Open for Summer Fun
Lifts Open/Total
0 of 3
Weekday Hours
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Trails Open/Total
0 of 30
Weekend Hours
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Thunder Ridge Snow Report & Ski Conditions
Base Elevation
770 ft
24-hr Snowfall
0"
Vertical Drop
500 ft
Avg Base Depth
0"
Peak Elevation
1,270 ft
Thunder Ridge Ski Pictures and Photos
Thunder Ridge Logo
Thunder Ridge Trail Map
Thunder Ridge Reviews & Tips (16)
Great mountain to learn at.
Thunder Ridge review written Mar 31 2013 - 06:31 AM
worst mountain ever after lessons but a very good mountain for beginners who are just learning to board, that is where i learned, but after lessons are over not so good. very good instructors though.
Thunder Ridge review written Mar 29 2013 - 06:27 PM
thunder ridge is terrible don't go there
Thunder Ridge review written Mar 29 2013 - 06:24 PM
Thunder Ridge was a complete disaster, i went there for the first time with my friends and we are all advanced skiers who are used to Vermont mountains. So we get to the front desk and ask kindly for lift tickets and ask about the mountain (as i like to call it the bump). So the nasty lady at the front desk starts scamming us as if we stole something because we were previously looking at the pamphlets. Then we finally got to the lift, (note we didn't have to rent skis) and then the stupid line was a half hour long, finally we get to the "summit" and the run down is about 5 seconds long . Right after that we left and were bound to never come back again. My tip: don't go to thunder ridge!
Thunder Ridge review written Mar 29 2013 - 06:21 PM
Thunder Ridge was a complete disaster, i went there for the first time with my friends and we are all advanced skiers who are used to Vermont mountains. So we get to the front desk and ask kindly for lift tickets and ask about the mountain (as i like to call it the bump). So the nasty lady at the front desk starts scamming us as if we stole something because we were previously looking at the pamphlets. Then we finally got to the lift, (note we didn't have to rent skis) and then the stupid line was a half hour long, finally we get to the "summit" and the run down is about 5 seconds long . Right after that we left and were bound to never come back again. My tip: don't go to thunder ridge!
Thunder Ridge review written Mar 29 2013 - 06:20 PM
There were only about 3 slopes open, despite advertisements for nearly 30 slopes, which was extremely disappointing. And despite advertisements for creating snow, the slope were mostly icy or had patches of dirt showing through. Also, only one ski lift was open, despite advertising for 3 lifts. It seems like a good place for beginners when it's more in the middle of the season (I went about a month before they closed for the season), and it's pretty close to long island and manhattan. the ski patrol is also extremely sweet and really helpful. But I would recommend going somewhere further if you're not a beginner, or if it's the beginning/end of the season.
Thunder Ridge review written Mar 14 2013 - 08:48 PM
Definitely consider going farther North, if possible. This place gets really crowded with lots of rude people from down county. They are very understaff and it is pretty much a free-for-all. The place is worn out and dirty. Prices are high for only being partially open with huge lines during peak times.
Thunder Ridge review written Feb 13 2013 - 06:59 AM
They really don't cater to the skiers needs. All they are concerned with is the skier spending money.
Thunder Ridge review written Feb 27 2012 - 05:04 AM
A small mountain, perfect for beginners & intermediates. Close by & great prices for a few hours after school. Definitely try going during the weekday where there are no lines at all. All my kids learned to ski there & the ski patrol was helpful, patient, friendly & skilled.
They have snow making, but I'm hoping w/ better snowfall all runs will be open this year. See you on the lifts!
Thunder Ridge review written Dec 08 2011 - 09:17 PM
I was prepared for the smaller mountain as I was skiing with my three oldest children, but I wasn't prepared for the completely RUDE staff as well as the fact that most of the mountain was closed. The staff was horrid and the manager refused to come out to speak to us concerning these tickets. I will NOT return to this mountain and I would NOT recommend it under any circumstances.
Thunder Ridge review written Feb 19 2011 - 04:03 PM
We went to Thunder Ridge on the weekday, so there was no crowd and no lines on the lift. It is a small mountain and perfect for a beginners. My beginner son and wife had a good time. Staff was very friendly. Yes it needs some updating but place is very close to NYC and LI with affordable lift prices. Btw, ski school instructors were also very good.
Thunder Ridge review written Feb 18 2011 - 02:20 PM
Good luck...this place is a complete JOKE. Try parking your car without getting blocked in to your spot. The manager is so rude to deal with that she does even know what nice is. It takes forever on the lift lines with all of the cutting in line that goes on.
Thunder Ridge review written Jan 28 2011 - 10:52 AM
For such a small place the lift lines are EXTREMELY long because the ski patrol, ski school and racing teams all cut the lines. The time I spent on lift lines is probably more that I would have spent driving to a larger area - 10 - 15 minutes on line for a 1 - 2 minute run is not worth it. There seem to be more ski patrol than paying customers.
Don't go into the lower level of the lodge, overwhelming bathroom odor carries throughout - quite disgusting. Sewer odor outside the lodge is also rather strong and unpleasant.
Only two lifts running for most of the day on a Saturday!
Thunder Ridge review written Jan 24 2011 - 09:00 AM
Forgot to mention the staff as a whole is miserable. One woman (Mary) called my friend at 10:30pm (!) and left a message accusing her of stealing the rental skis. When my friend spoke with her to tell her she has the receipt they were returned, she was extremely rude and didn't apologize for calling so late and for leaving a nasty vmail.
Thunder Ridge review written Jan 11 2011 - 10:26 AM
Major family mountain. Fine for someone who is just starting out and/or a family. Not fine for a group of 21+ year olds (with no kids) who are experienced. Perfect though for a quick ski after work.
Thunder Ridge review written Jan 11 2011 - 10:23 AM
Thunder Ridge is a great mountain for beginners. Its small, well priced and very friendly. They didn't have many runs open but hopefully some cold weather will change that. I'm sure I'll be back there again.
Thunder Ridge review written Jan 05 2011 - 03:54 PM