Richmond's Nearby Ski Resorts - Enjoying RVA and all it has to offer!

Ski adventures are just a car-ride away from Richmond. If you’re in the mood for some fun winter skiing, check out this list of ski resorts and mountains. Visit websites for details and updated pricing as it may change after posting. Many of these resorts also offer year-round events and activities so visit their sites.

You can visit here to check out the snow report in various locations and resorts. But also know that many resorts have snow making machines to better conditions no matter what Mother Nature has in store.

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Ski Resorts Located Near Richmond, Virginia

⭐️Check out each site’s ski life ticket and winter resort discounts and deals

Bryce Mountain

1982 Fairway Drive Basye, VA 22810
Approximate distance from Richmond, VA: 3 hours
Winter or summer – plenty of outdoor activities here. Looking for a beautiful, affordable, vacation venue, with year round activities for the entire family? Head out to Bryce Resort!

The 18 hole championship golf course, mountain adventure sports, pool/tennis facilities, and Lake Laura will keep you busy in the spring, summer, and fall, not to be outdone by award-winning Skiing and Snowboarding in the winter.

Massanutten Resort

1822 Resort Dr Massanutten, VA 22840
Approximate distance from Richmond, VA: 2 hours
Plenty of winter sports, skiing, and skiing instruction/school. Massanutten Resort also offers many unique amenities throughout the year, including the Indoor/Outdoor WaterPark, Ski and Adventure Park area, two fantastic golf courses, farm-to-table dining experiences, shopping and recreation options, along with a day spa for complete relaxation and rejuvenation. Located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, Massanutten is easily accessible from many major cities including RVA.

Snowflex Center

4000 Candlers Mountain Rd., Lynchburg, VA 24502
Approximate distance from Richmond, VA: 2.25 hours
Liberty University’s Snowflex Centre, located on Liberty Mountain, is a synthetic ski slope featuring the most innovative technology in the snow sports industry, and it’s the only one in the United States.

Snowflex is a multi-layer, material that simulates the effects of snow, allowing maximum speed and edge control for turns.

Misting devices give it the slip and grip of real snow. Extra padding and support enhances the most extreme maneuvers and stunts, culminating in the ultimate adventure.

Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level rider, LMSC has something for you. With lessons, coaching programs, and even summer camps, Snowflex is your destination for year-round progression! Mountain ski resorts are only accessible during winter, but Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre will be accessible during all four seasons, day and night. Snowflex offers skiing, snowboarding, tubing and equipment rentals.

Snowshoe Mountain

10 Snowshoe Dr., Snowshoe, WV 26209
Approximate distance from Richmond, VA: 4 hours
Enjoy a year-round resort with plenty of activities. Book snow skiing lift tickets in advance and save up to 60%! Enjoy snow skiing, take a skiing class, enjoy a snowmobile tour, or enjoy Coca ColaTube Park. And don’t mids the spa at Snowshoe!

They offer special winter weekend packages at a discount (visit site to see what’s currently available). There are also plenty of summer activities too – it’s not just for winter anymore!

The Homestead

96 Sam Snead Hwy Hot Springs, VA 24445
Approximate distance from Richmond, VA: 3 hours
Southern hospitality in Hot Springs! Recognized as one of the top Beginner Friendly, Family Friendly and Most Challenging ski resorts in the Southeast in the 2017-18 Best in Snow Awards, Powered By Liftopia – there are plenty of outdoor activities abound for active travelers at our Hot Springs resort.

With the mountains and valleys bursting with summer and winter activities such as horseback riding, skiing, snowboarding, paintballing, zip lining and ice skating, an adventure is always within easy reach. Special group discounts and “free” ski and snowboard lessons with rentals for groups of 15 or more people.

Wintergreen Resort

39 Mountain Inn Loop #707, Roseland, VA, 22967
Approximate distance from Richmond, VA: 2 hours
Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway on 11,000 acres of rolling hills and fun.

Usually open daily 9am-9pm for lots of skiing, riding, and tubing. They have 13 trails for skiing and riding. Up to 10 open lanes for tubing. They also have the Ridgely’s Fun Park and Treehouse Kids Ski Programs. You can book early and save, or buy tickets online and save.

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