3/2/2024 0 Comments Picture of frozen waterfall![]() Catch the inaugural Adirondack Winter Invitational as some of the best men’s college hockey players in the nation meet for two days of action in the historic 1980 Herb Brooks Arena (December 29-30). hockey victory over the Soviet Union, known as “The Miracle on Ice”-this alpine village remains a magnet for world-class athletes today. A two-time host of the Winter Olympic Games-which included the dramatic 1980 U.S. There's "snow" better place than Lake Placid! Nestled in the heart of the Adirondacks, this winter playground boasts a charming walkable downtown featuring ample shopping and a rich culinary scene. Go for the Gold in Lake Placid (Adirondacks) There’s plenty of time to relax, play, and dine after skiing at the luxury spas, cozy lodges, and fine restaurants that you’ll find both at the resorts as well as neighboring villages and towns. Resorts from Chautauqua-Allegheny’s Holiday Valley to Greek Peak in the Finger Lakes to Hudson Valley’s Catamount Mountain will help you get your ski legs with lessons to make you comfortable going downhill. Bristol Mountain (pictured) in the Finger Lakes takes you to new heights of excitement, beauty, and challenge, thanks to its 1,200 foot vertical rise. The scenic Adirondacks region is home to Gore Mountain, which offers more skiable acreage than anywhere else in the state, and Whiteface Mountain, a 1980 Winter Olympics site with the greatest vertical drop east of the Rocky Mountains. With the most ski resorts of any other state in the nation, world-class skiing is always close by in New York. Hit the Slopes on a Ski Getaway (Various Regions) Call ahead and check websites and social media to make sure attractions and amenities are open and available. Individual businesses or attractions may require mask wearing. Masks are encouraged, but optional in most settings per New York State guidelines. Whatever you choose, take advantage of the winter wonderlands and check out these must-do winter activities throughout New York State! If you are looking for more falls in the North Carolina mountains, see our Top 60 Waterfalls near Asheville.Winter is almost here and it's time to start planning your next adventure in New York State! Will you opt to head outdoors for snow-related activities like skiing the greatest vertical east of the Rockies or ziplining over snow-covered pines? For less extreme activities, explore world-famous museums, or get into the holiday spirit with a brilliant light show. It's short walk via a long staircase, located in the Great Smoky Mountains.Ĭatawba Falls: Located just a few miles from I-40 in Old Fort, this waterfall hike takes you 1.5 miles past a rushing river to a 100-foot cascade. Mingo Falls: This 200-foot waterfall in Cherokee looks more like a glacier during extreme cold weather. This is our top winter scenic mountain drive, taking you 76 miles through the Pisgah National Forest and by many waterfalls.įrench Broad & Mill Shoals Falls: This twin waterfall is just a few steps from NC Highway 215. You'll usually see some ice climbers practicing their skills. Silver Run Falls: This summertime swimming hole near Cashiers is a short walk from the road.ĭry Falls: One of the rare waterfalls that you can walk behind, this roadside stop near Highlands along US Highway 64 is a must see year round.įorest Heritage Scenic Byway: Drive past the ice cliffs along NC Highway 215 near the Blue Ridge Parkway. It's located in Nantahala National Forest with a short paved trail that leads to a staircase down to this view. Upper Whitewater Falls: The tallest waterfall in the North Carolina mountains creates a 411-foot tall icy wonder, complete with loud booms from shifting ice. Sliding Rock: This popular natural water slide is known for its chilly mountain waters each summer - but not this cold! Located near Looking Glass Falls, it's open all year to visit.ĭaniel Ridge Falls: Take a half mile woodland hike to discover this 150-foot tall frozen beauty in Pisgah National Forest near Looking Glass Rock. Be careful of icy steps due to the frozen spray from the cascading water. Looking Glass Falls: This longtime favorite roadside waterfall in Pisgah National Forest can be seen from the parking area - or take the steps down for a close-up view. ![]() But some you can see from the road! Click on the name of each for a full page guide to read much more about them. Good hiking shoes with strong grips are highly recommended since most trails will have some icy spots. ![]() All of these are easy to find with safe trails. Enjoy our photo tour in Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests to some of our year-round favorite cascades to visit.
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