The vibrant colors of autumn are putting on a show across the mountain, just in time for our Leaf-Peeping Gondola Ride weekends! Starting this weekend, the Northwoods Gondola will be open for Scenic Skyrides on Saturdays and Sundays, 10am – 4pm, through Oct. 11th. Take in the scenery, enjoy a packed lunch, and explore hiking opportunities at the 3,200 ft summit of Bear Mountain. Gondola Skyrides will be running through Harvest Fest weekend, happening Oct. 10th – 11th. Enjoy the mountain around peak foliage colors and celebrate the fall with an artisan vendor market, live music and entertainment, food and drinks, and more for all ages! Admission is free at this annual, favorite event. FALL 2026 OPERATIONS 2026 SUMMER/FALL HOURS Leaf-Peeping Gondola Rides Hudson Chair Scenic Skyrides will be closed Sunday, Sept. 20th due to inclement weather. ANIMAL POLICY 
Activities ReportSat. September 26th & Sun. September 27th
Come enjoy the fall foliage on our Scenic Skyrides! Our Northwoods Gondola will be open for Skyrides on Saturdays and Sundays, September 26th – October 11th. Hiking trails are open from the main base area as well. Got your 2026/27 Season Pass? You can start using it now for free access to scenic skyrides!
Sept. 26th – Oct. 10th: Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
at 793 Peaceful Valley Road, North Creek, NYDaily Report
Attractions
Open
Closed
On Hold
Hiking & Mountain Biking Trails
Gore Mountain Hiking Trails
Easier
More Difficult
Most Difficult
Expert Only
Open
Closed
Groomed
Snowmaking
Moguls
Freestyle Area
Glades
Public Race Course
Reserved for Event
Accessible
Hiking
Biking
Pets
X-Country Skiing
Snowshoes
Track Set
Traction
Social Distancing
SAFETY & POLICIES
While we love our pets, we only permit service animals/service animals in training on our property. No other animals will be permitted. We appreciate your cooperation. Click here for more info on ORDA’s Service Animal Policy.
CHAIRLIFT SCENIC SKYRIDES
All chairlift passengers must be at least 52″ tall, able to sit up on their own, and be able to raise and lower the restraint bar under their own power. There is no food service or restrooms at the top of the skyride.
Updated:
10:00 AM , September 21, 2026
Monday
Sep 21
2026
Temperature
56°F
Partly Sunny
Attractions
1
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Weather Details
Please Take Note: Trail conditions can change throughout the day due to many factors including, but not limited to, hiker and bike traffic, weather, and other factors both manmade and natural. This report is subject to change without notice at any time.
Status
Hiking
10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Gondola Skyride
11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Level
Status
Other Trail Status
Alpine Sky Loop
Bobcat Loop
Hardwood Forest Loop
Sunway Hiking Trail
Ruby Run Trail
Sidewinder
The Hollow
Twister Cliffs
Cloud Trail
Trillium Trek
Windy Hill
