Ski Hunter Mountain in New York's Catskills

A classic Catskills Epic Pass resort within weekend range of New York City. Plan lift tickets, parking, and the drive before you go.

Region Best for Pass family
New York Catskills NYC weekend reach Epic Pass
Hunter Mountain

Tickets & passes

Buy Hunter Mountain lift access from the official resort site or Epic Pass channels when you can. NYC-weekend dates often sell through early, so advance purchase is the safer plan. This page does not list live prices; confirm rates, blackouts, and product rules before you book.

Official

Lift tickets from Hunter

Best for day and multi-day tickets sold through huntermtn.com. Compare date-based pricing carefully for peak NYC weekends.

Start here for current rates and date rules.

Tips

Epic Pass options

Hunter is part of the Epic Pass network. Compare Epic, Epic Local, and Epic Day Pass resort lists for your season on epicpass.com.

Pass products and blackouts change by year.

Resort home

Village & mountain report

Use huntermtn.com for snow reports, lodging notes, and event calendars before a Catskills weekend.

Confirm parking and night-skiing status for your dates.

Why ski Hunter

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Catskills classic

Hunter is a longtime New York ski destination with steeper pitches and a full East Coast resort footprint in the northern Catskills.

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NYC weekend reach

Many guests drive from the New York metro area for Friday-Sunday trips; traffic timing matters as much as snow.

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Epic Pass access

As an Epic mountain, Hunter pairs well with a Northeast pass strategy if your product includes it for the season.

Getting there & parking

Drive from New York City

Most guests take the Thruway and Route 23A corridor into Hunter. Friday evenings and Sunday returns are the slowest windows.

Resort lots

Base lots fill on peak weekends. Arrive early or stay nearby so you are not circling for spaces at first chair.

Overnight stays

Hunter and surrounding Catskills towns offer lodging that cuts Saturday morning parking stress.

Parking rules and lot guidance change through the season. Always confirm on the official Hunter Mountain getting-here pages before you drive.

On the mountain

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Terrain mix

Expect a serious East Coast mix of learning areas, intermediate trails, and steeper Catskills pitches when open.

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Lessons & rentals

Ski school and rental inventory sell out on NYC holiday weekends. Book ahead.

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Night skiing

When scheduled, evening sessions can extend a short winter day; confirm hours before you go.

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Catskills pairing

Other regional hills sit within driving range for multi-day trips; product rules decide access.

Getting to Hunter Mountain, New York

Hunter Mountain, Hunter, New York, United States
  • Drive to Hunter, NY, in the northern Catskills; New York City is the most common metro origin.
  • Follow Route 23A and resort signs into base parking; allow major buffer on Friday evenings.
  • Buy or download lift tickets before you arrive when possible, especially on holiday weekends.
  • After storms, check NYSDOT conditions for mountain routes before committing to a same-day drive.

Plan your Hunter weekend

Simple guides for lodging, lift tickets, parking, transfers, ski lessons, and rentals before you leave the city.

Plan your trip

FAQ

Where should I buy Hunter lift tickets?

Buy from huntermtn.com or official Epic Pass channels when you can. That is where current pricing and date rules are published.

Do I need a reservation with an Epic Pass?

Epic Pass holders typically do not need a ski reservation at Hunter, but lift tickets, rentals, and lessons can sell out. Confirm the current policy for your product and dates.

How far is Hunter from New York City?

Many guests plan about 2.5-3.5 hours in clear traffic. Friday evenings and storm days can take much longer.

Where do day visitors park?

Use resort base lots and arrive early on peak weekends. Check the official parking page for the day's plan.

Do you publish live ticket prices here?

No. Rates change by date and product. Use this site for planning only, then confirm on the official Hunter or Epic Pass site before purchase.

About Hunter

Hunter Mountain sits in Hunter, New York, in the northern Catskills. It is an Epic Pass mountain known for classic Catskills terrain and weekend access from the New York metro area.

Hunter is a longtime New York ski destination with steeper pitches and a full East Coast resort footprint in the northern Catskills. Many guests drive from the New York metro area for Friday-Sunday trips; traffic timing matters as much as snow. Use huntermtn.com for snow reports, lodging notes, and event calendars before a Catskills weekend.

Hunter Mountain