Historical planning figures · Figures marked * come from earlier references and may differ from current resort figures.
Other names · Mad River, Mad River Ohio
Our guide helps you choose a mountain and plan the kind of trip you want. Recommendations reflect our editorial judgment; source checks cover the specific details listed below.
Typically mid December to mid March
A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.
Official schedules & conditions ↗- Official website
- https://www.skimadriver.com/
- Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
- Summit elevation (ft)
- 1460
- Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
- Skiable area (acres)
- 144
- Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
- Vertical drop (ft)
- 300
- Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Historical mountain figures awaiting field-level confirmation: Reported average snowfall (in), Base elevation (ft).
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.
Mad River Mountain approach and parking ↗The ski area is in Zanesfield off US 33 at Valley Hi, Road 292. Drivers pass the tubing park before reaching the lodge and rental building. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Mad River Mountain operating hours ↗Mountain, tubing and lodge services have separate schedules. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Mad River Mountain winter trail and base maps ↗The operator provides a current winter trail map and a separate map for base facilities. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
The Flats at Rainbow Row ↗The operator lists individually furnished Bellefontaine flats and short stays near downtown restaurants and shops. The East Flat has a bedroom and full kitchen. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites Bellefontaine ↗The hotel is on Dowell Avenue near US-33 and US-68. Rooms have microwaves and refrigerators. Breakfast, parking, an indoor pool and guest laundry are offered. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Comfort Suites Marysville Columbus - Northwest | Choice Hotels ↗Choice identifies its Marysville lodging at 1081 Lydia Drive as Comfort Suites. It offers hot breakfast, an indoor heated pool and suites with microwaves and sofa beds. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Super 8 by Wyndham Bellefontaine ↗Wyndham locates its Bellefontaine hotel on North Main Street and lists microwaves and refrigerators in its rooms. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Downtown Bellefontaine Partnership | Where to stay ↗The destination lists downtown flats, Super 8 and Cobblestone as separate accommodation choices. Its ski-trip advice distinguishes staying downtown from driving to the slopes. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Mad River Ski & Ride School lesson arrival ↗Adult and child groups check in at the Guest Services tent in the main lodge lobby across from The Den. Lesson rentals can be added when booking. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Mad River Ski & Ride School ↗The school offers adult and child groups and private instruction. Guests should check what their chosen lesson includes. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Mad River Basecamp ↗Mad River offers advance booking and boot fitting for rental skis or snowboards. Lift access and rentals can be added to group lessons. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Southern Alpine Racing Association host mountains ↗Mad River Mountain in Zanesfield is listed as a host with an Ohio mountain representative. The association describes local teams for training and racing with peers. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Dining | Mad River Mountain Resort ↗A grab-and-go mountain café serving burgers, fries, chicken sandwiches, soups, and salads between runs. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Mad River Mountain · The Loft ↗Upstairs in the lodge, The Loft serves drinks with pub or grab-and-go food depending on the day. The venue follows resort operations. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Brewfontaine · Bellefontaine ↗Downtown Bellefontaine beer bar serving sandwiches, craft beer, wine on tap and cocktails in a former restaurant building. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
