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HUNTER MOUNTAIN

📍Hunter, New York, USA

⬛ Steep & Deep🤙 Local's Favorite🍺 Après CapitalUnlimited on Epic☀️ Year-round destination

Photo: Clay Banks · Unsplash License · Photo details

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Vertical drop
1,600 ft
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Skiable terrain
320 acres
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Avg snowfall
100 in*
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Lifts
13

Hunter Mountain Ski & Snowboard School

Learning Center: adult/private check-in upstairs; children’s groups downstairs

Ski LessonsSnowboard Lessons

Hunter’s school offers adult and children’s group lessons plus private ski and snowboard instruction. Adult groups and private lessons check in upstairs at the Learning Center; children’s groups start at the downstairs Children’s Programs Desk.

Why we like it

The separate check-in desks make the Learning Center the key arrival point. Choose a lesson for your ability, arrange lift access and equipment, and leave time for fitting before meeting the instructor.

Best for:

FamiliesFirst-time skiers and snowboardersPrivate coaching
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, ski lessons, snowboard lessons.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

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Hunter Mountain Rental Shop

Upper level of the Learning Center

RentalsDemos

Hunter’s ski and snowboard rental service offers online reservations and equipment options for different abilities, including demos. Choose the package and pickup location offered for your dates, then allow time for an in-person fitting.

Why we like it

A useful choice when combining equipment hire with a Hunter lesson. Booking ahead organizes the reservation, while fitting still needs time before your lesson.

Best for:

On-mountain pickupLesson participantsOnline reservations
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, rentals, demos.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Visit Website

The Pro Ski and Ride

7535 Main Street, Hunter, NY

RentalsBoot FittingTuning

Independent ski and snowboard shop near Hunter Mountain’s entrance, offering daily rentals, boot fitting and tuning at its Main Street store. Rental reservations can be made online.

Why we like it

A useful stop for a dedicated boot-fitting appointment or equipment service. Arrange the fitting ahead of time and agree the tuning turnaround with the shop.

Best for:

Boot-fitting appointmentsIndependent rentalsEquipment servicing
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, phone, rentals, boot fitting, tuning.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Visit Website+1 518 263 5303

Hunter Mountain Expedition & Sports Center

Hunter Mountain resort retail and tune shop

Hunter’s resort retail and equipment-service option, with custom boot fitting and ski and snowboard tuning or repairs. Contact the shop about fitting appointments and the work your equipment needs.

Why we like it

Useful for handling boot fit and equipment maintenance through the resort. Confirm service timing when arranging the work.

Best for:

Custom boot fittingSki and snowboard servicing
Programs & instructor details

Earlier listings include Boot Fitting, Tuning; ask the provider about current options.

Earlier guide · sources

This listing retains historical planning guidance; current field-level evidence is still pending.

Without current field-level confirmation: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, phone, boot fitting, tuning.

Visit Website+1 518 263 4666
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Pro Tip: Book Early

Lessons and rentals at popular resorts often book up quickly, especially during peak season and holidays. We recommend booking at least 1–2 weeks in advance to secure your preferred times.

Sources & planning context

Historical planning figures · Figures marked * come from earlier references and may differ from current resort figures.

Other names · Hunter, Hunter Mountain Ski Resort

Compare the kind of instruction or equipment you need. The provider can match your ability, age and dates to a current program.

Typically mid November to early April

A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.

Official schedules & conditions ↗
Schedule source ↗Official resort ↗
Official website
https://www.huntermtn.com/
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Vertical drop (ft)
1600
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summer and winter destination
Yes
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Beyond winter
Scenic SkyRide and 4x4 off-road mountain adventures.
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Summit elevation (ft)
3200
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Base elevation (ft)
1600
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Skiable area (acres)
320
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Lifts
13
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Runs
67
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
terrain · beginner
25
Source ↗ · Oct 30, 2026
terrain · intermediate
30
Source ↗ · Oct 30, 2026
terrain · advanced
45
Source ↗ · Oct 30, 2026

Historical mountain figures awaiting field-level confirmation: Reported average snowfall (in).

Individual listings retain their own sources and check dates. A source check covers only the named details; it does not confirm availability. Snowfall averages describe climate, not a forecast.

Hunter mountain information ↗Learning Center beginner access; Hunter West double-black terrain including Claire’s Way; terrain25/30/45. Existing checked elevation, acreage, lift and trail totals retained. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Hunter arrival and parking ↗64KleinAvenue; I87approaches. Mainbase for lessons/rentals; NorthLot onRoute23A/Deming has no ticket sales, lockers or rentals. Rail requires onward transfer. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

DEC Kaaterskill Falls access ↗Use designated LaurelHouseRoad,ScuttRoad orSouthLake parking. LaurelHouse approach leads to observation platform; lower falls is a separate descent. Retain access/conditions guidance rather than casual winter hike fromRoute23A. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Catskills Nordic outings ↗Official regional tourism identifies MountainTrailsCrossCountrySkiCenter inTannersville for families/adults. No current opening, snow cover, hours or trail-length guarantee. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Retained Hunter summer review ↗October25 reviewed source supports ScenicSkyRide and4x4offroadmountainadventures; not a zipline/adventurepark claim. · Checked Oct 25, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Hunter intermediate trail choices ↗Operator article identifies BeltParkway andWhiteCloud as intermediate trail choices. Its inconsistent classification ofHellgate and lift-as-trail are not adopted. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Hunter Mountain official lodging directory ↗The primary search index explicitly lists Kaatskill Mountain Club as a condo property with dining, kitchen, pool and hot-tub amenities. Direct retrieval returned the booking/filter shell without property rows; evidence is scoped to the indexed named property listing, not filter labels, individual room inclusions or live availability. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

I LOVE NY: Kaatskill Mountain Club ↗New York tourism identifies Kaatskill Mountain Club at 62 Liftside Drive in Hunter, slopeside at Hunter Mountain, with on-site dining, pools and spa/fitness facilities. Specific service hours, individual-room inclusions, ski valet, boot warming and shuttle service are not established. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

BBL: Kaatskill Mountain Club project ↗The property builder describes the original condominium development on Hunter Mountain slopes with one-, two- and three-bedroom units and selected executive/penthouse suites. Used only to establish the broad multi-room accommodation format, not current inventory, booking categories, luxury rankings or amenities. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Scribner's Catskill Lodge — retained October 27 review ↗A Catskills lodge in Hunter with main-lodge rooms, 11 separate luxury cabins, a locally inspired restaurant, and 20 acres of mountainside. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Fairlawn Inn — retained October 27 review ↗A restored Victorian inn in Hunter with individually themed rooms, private en-suite baths, and breakfast made with organic ingredients. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Hunter lesson preparation ↗Adult group and private check-in is upstairs at the Learning Center ticket desk; child groups use the downstairs Children’s Programs Desk. Allow time for equipment and arrange lift access. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Hunter ski and snowboard rentals ↗Online ski and snowboard rentals with equipment tiers including demos; package choice and inventory depend on the selected booking. Rental fitting and exchanges require in-person service. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

The Pro Ski and Ride — visit ↗Hunter shop at 7535 Main Street provides rentals, boot fitting and tuning. Reserve daily rentals online; make a boot-fitting appointment and agree a tuning turnaround. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Hunter Expedition & Sports Center and tune shop ↗Resort retail and equipment service listing supports custom boot fitting, ski/snowboard tuning and repairs, with a fitting contact. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Hunter Learning Center rental location ↗Hunter Mountain Rental Shop is upstairs in the Learning Center; children’s programs have a downstairs equipment area. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Hunter rental reservation ↗Current booking form lets visitors select skiing or snowboarding, rental dates and pickup. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Prospect — Scribner’s Catskill Lodge ↗Prospect Restaurant and Bar serves New American food using local suppliers and garden produce at Scribner’s, 13 Scribner Hollow Road, Hunter. The restaurant has mountain views, cocktails, wine and beer, welcomes outside guests for meals, and recommends reservations. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Main Bar — Hunter Mountain ↗Main Bar is in the Main Base Lodge. The operator lists draft and canned beer, cocktails, and pub food such as soups, wraps and burgers. Food service has its own limited periods; this is not an all-evening kitchen guarantee. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

About — MaMa’s Pizza Parlor and Restaurant ↗The operator describes MaMa’s as a family-owned Italian pizza parlor and restaurant serving the Hunter area since 1983. The listed address is 7730 Main Street, Hunter, New York. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Dining at Hunter — official resort directory ↗The winter dining directory identifies Main Bar and CopperTree Atrium Bar, with beer and cocktails at both; CopperTree Atrium Bar has slopeside views. Van Winkle’s is full-service dining inside Kaatskill Mountain Club. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Last Chance Antiques & Cheese Cafe — operator indexed page ↗The current operator index identifies Last Chance at 6009 Main Street, Tannersville. It describes a restaurant, cheese shop and antique-filled setting, with fondue, burgers and drinks. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

  • Hunter Mountain official hours / current-season information ↗

    The official hours page describes summer/fall operations; exact 2026–27 ski-season opening and closing dates were not found there.

  • Experience Hunter ↗

    Scenic SkyRide and 4x4 off-road mountain adventures.

  • Hunter Mountain Information ↗

    The official Hunter Mountain Information page states the asserted mountain facts.

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