Sapphire Valley Ski Area - Sapphire, NC
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N 35° 07.445 W 083° 03.548
17S E 312371 N 3888743
The Sapphire Valley Ski Area is located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina.
Waymark Code: WM4XY3
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 10/11/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member StagsRoar
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From the Ski Sapphire website:

The Sapphire Valley Ski slopes are an integral part of a 5,700 acre four-season resort nestled in a pristine mountain valley high in the North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains, with an average elevation of 4,300 feet.

Our ski hill consists of two runs, one each for intermediate and beginner skiers, featuring runs up to 1600 feet in length and a vertical drop of 200 feet. Beginners receive the personal attention necessary to master the basics of downhill skiing or snowboarding, and seasoned veterans can hone their skills.

We offer distinctly affordable rates, including special discounts for groups, organizations, students and first time skiers needing instruction. Lodging/ski packages are available and include complimentary use of the Recreation Center, which offers indoor pool, hot tubs, saunas, fitness center, mini golf, movie rental and arcade. Two on-site Lounge/restaurant facilities provide superb food, beverages and entertainment after an exhilarating day on the slopes.

The following additional information is from the Ski Site website:

About the Resort

Our ski hill consists of two runs, one each for intermediate and beginner skiers, featuring a run of 1600 feet with a vertical drop of 200 feet. In keeping with the natural serenity of Sapphire Valley, the lift lines are short, especially with our brand new state-of-the-art Quad-Lift. This atmosphere provides the perfect setting for families seeking quality time together. Sapphire Valley is the perfect place for beginners and families. FROZEN FALLS TUBE PARK! 700 feet of frozen fun with a 60 foot vertical drop! * No experience neccesary!* Sapphire Valley Ski Area is THE best ski spot for beginners and families!

The Sapphire Valley Ski slopes are an integral part of a 5,700 acre four-season resort nestled in a pristine mountain valley high in the North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains with an average elevation of 4,300 feet. Since the early 1960's, Sapphire Ski Area has been host to thousands of happy skiiers each and every year, adding state-of-the-art equipment continually to make your ski experience a great one!

Lessons & Instruction

Ski & Snowboard lessons available every hour on the hour. We offer group and private lessons from our core of versed instructors ready and waiting to help you get the most out of your skiing experience.

Snowboarding

We have many brand new snowboards to rent at a far better rate than last year!!

Recent Improvements

FROZEN FALLS TUBE PARK. Brand new to Sapphire Valley Ski Area! 700 foot, multi-laned snow tube park. No Experience Necessary! The most fun you can have on snow!

Dining

O'Connells Restaurant & Pub, Live music & Karaoke on weekends. The Library Restaurant & Lounge. Live piano bar on weekends. Four-Seasons Grille at Sapphire Valley.

Nightlife

Micas Restaurant and The Library Restaurant offer entertainment, dining & spirits. A great watering hole for locals and visitors alike, open after the hill closes and right on property

Nearby Recreation

Beautiful Waterfalls, mountain hiking trails, wildlife viewing. Very close to Cherokee, Great Smoky Mountain National Park & The Blue Ridge Parkway. One hour from Asheville and the Biltmore Mansion.

Skiing: yes

Snowboarding: yes

Cost of lift ticket: 31.00 (listed in local currency)

by - ROAD: yes

TYPE of FACILITIES: stand alone RESORT

Dates of Operation: From: 12/22/2008 To: 02/28/2009

Website -URL: [Web Link]

Snowmobiling: Not Listed

Cross-Country Skiing: Not Listed

by - TRAIN: Not Listed

by - PLANE: Not Listed

WEB-CAM URL: Not listed

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