Gore Mountain is ranked number eight among the top 20 ski resorts in the Eastern U.S. in SKI Magazine’s annual reader survey. Gore is also the only ski resort in New York State ranked in the top 20.
The 2025 ranking is derived from the magazine’s annual survey of readers preferences, evaluating ski resorts in 18 different categories. The Ski Magazine reader survey assesses strengths and weaknesses and provides reader comments on what makes each ski area special.
Gore’s two key strengths as identified by readers are terrain variety and value. The magazine states, “Gore gets high marks from readers for its excellent, varied terrain with enough challenge to keep advanced and expert skiers coming back for more. Gore also pleases with its reasonable lift tickets, equipment rentals, and ski school offerings.”
Survey results also list reader rankings for ski resorts in various categories. These are the additional areas Gore Mountain ranked:
- 3rd for best value
- 6th for the fastest lifts
- 9th for the best grooming
- 10th for challenging terrain
- 10th in overall satisfaction
- 10th for quick trips
The magazine also identifies a most insightful reader comment: “[Four] different mountain peaks to play on, each with its own different personality. I found this place during the pandemic when I wasn’t allowed in Vermont, and I’ve been making a point to visit ever since. The longest glade in the East, Rumor and Lies, is as steep as any trail around, and Gore’s lift ticket doesn’t break the bank.”
For the full Ski Magazine article on the “Top 20 Resorts in the East (2025)” visit this link: https://www.skimag.com/ski-resort-life/resort-guide-2025/the-top-20-resorts-in-the-east-2025/