Gore Mountain Uphill Program

Adventure Awaits at North Creek Ski Bowl

Earn your turns and embrace the climb! Gore Mountain invites uphill enthusiasts to experience the thrill of skinning at the scenic North Creek Ski Bowl. Whether you’re training for your next backcountry adventure or simply enjoying the peaceful ascent, this program is designed for those who love the journey as much as the destination.

When Can You Go Uphill?

Uphill travel is permitted only during operating hours, typically from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, and only when the North Creek Ski Bowl and designated uphill routes are open. Uphill travel IS NOT allowed on any other trails besides the designated routes. Conditions and operations are subject to change, so please check our snow report before heading out.

Important info:

  • You may start your ascent no earlier than 8:30 AM
  • Begin your descent by 3:30 PM – the mountain closes at 4:00 PM.
  • Uphill access may be restricted or closed at any time due to weather, snow conditions, or safety concerns – please keep an eye on our snow report for updates.
  • Uphill is only allowed on designated routes – see below for details and trail map.

Season Passholders, Frequent Skier Card Holders, and Nordic Passholders have access to uphill free of charge. All others can purchase a $10 uphill ticket.

Prior to ascending, all uphill guests must fill out our online check-in form. Filling out this form helps us track uphill usage and the data will be used as a basis to continue to improve and expand our uphill offerings.

Uphill Routes

We now offer two uphill routes starting from the Nordic Center and ending at the top of the Hudson Chair. Please remember to stay to the uphill left side of the trail when traveling uphill. See our Snow Report for operational status of routes.

Route A – Moxham

  • Nordic Climb A
  • Traverse to Moxham
  • Moxham, uphill left
  • Oak Ridge, uphill left to the top of the Hudson Chair

Route B – Peaceful Valley to Moxham

  • Nordic Climb A
  • Peaceful Valley, uphill left
  • Traverse to Half ‘n’ Half
  • Half ‘n’ Half, uphill left
  • Moxham, uphill left
  • Oak Ridge, uphill left to the top of the Hudson Chair

The Uphill Program - Uphill Routes

Uphill Guidelines

  1. Uphill travel is available when the Ski Bowl is open.
  2. You must check in prior to ascending by filling out our online form.
  3. Please use the designated routes only. It is your responsibility to know where the designated uphill travel trails are.
  4. Note that skiers uphill left, single file, will be the only travel route.
  5. Guests must wear brightly colored reflective clothing.
  6. Dress appropriately for changing weather conditions.
  7. Be aware that snowmaking may be in progress at any time.
  8. Be aware that snowmobiles & other machinery are routinely used on the mountain and maybe driving the same route.
  9. Unmarked hazards may exist, especially during the early and late season.
  10. Be aware of variable snow conditions.
  11. Please stay away from snowmaking equipment, snowmobiles, grooming machines, etc.
  12. Please stop to rest in an area where you are visible to skiers and riders above you and avoid obstructing the trail. Do not stop at trail intersections.
  13. Before ascending, travelers must check the Snow Report. Trails could be closed at any time.
  14. Snowshoeing is NOT allowed for uphill travel.
  15. There may be times when the Uphill travel route will be closed to all travelers. Check our daily online Snow Report for information on conditions and opening status.

Guests participating in the activities of downhill skiing/snowboarding are obligated to familiarize themselves with and adhere to the rules and regulations set forth in the New York State Safety in Skiing Code (Article 18 of the General Obligations Law; Article 26 of the Labor Law, and Part 54 of the NYS Industrial Code at 12 NYCRR), which can be located on signage at the base of the mountain. Guests shall comply with the daily uphill skiing instructions, as well as all other rules and regulations that are applicable to their activities while on the premises.