Pre-Arrival Guide

Snowshoe lift tickets are only valid for the date(s) indicated on your ticket.

Snowshoe Bike Park season passes give you unlimited access to over 40 trails and 1,500 feet of vertical descent the entire summer season.

*Limited Park Hours: The Basin Trails will be open with Ballhooter lift access from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
*Full Park Hours: The Basin Trails will be open with Ballhooter lift access from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. The Western Territory trails will also be open with Western Express lift access from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

MAY 21 - JUNE 21
Open Thursday through Sunday: Full park hours.

JUNE 25 - SEPTEMBER 7
Open 7 Days a Week

Monday through Wednesday: Limited park hours.
Thursday through Sunday: Full park hours.

SEPTEMBER 10 - OCTOBER 11
Open Thursday through Sunday: Full park hours.

HOLIDAY BIKE PARK DATES
- May 25 and September 7.
Open for full park hours. Basin & Western Territory trails will be open.

EVENT BIKE PARK CLOSURE DATES
June 26 - 28 (Grand National Cross Country (GNCC):
Only Western Territory trails will be open during the event.

Retail Discounts	15% off at all Snowshoe-owned retail shops
Food & Beverage Discounts	15% off at all Snowshoe-owned restaurants
Lodging Discounts	10% off non-holiday lodging stays booked through Snowshoe reservations

Please note:
- Retail discounts are applicable at 4848, Signatures & Sweets of Snowshoe, Pocahontas Supply Company, and The Mountain Adventure Center (MAC). Discount excludes hard goods.
- Food & beverage discounts are applicable to all Snowshoe-owned restaurants. Snowshoe-owned restaurants include: Cheat Mountain Pizza, Sunset Cantina, The Junction Ale House, The Boathouse, Village Pub, and Wildcat Provisions.
- Lodging discounts apply to stays of two nights or more. Please call 1-877-441-4386 when booking to apply your discount. Select event weekends excluded. Please call 1-877-441-4386 when booking to apply your discount.

GENERAL:
- Lessons do not include lift tickets or bike rentals.
- Discounted rental bike and lift tickets (if selected) are only valid during your lesson. If you want to continue riding after your lesson, you must purchase rentals and lift tickets separately.


BIKE Requirements and RENTAL INFO:
Lessons require a full-suspension downhill or enduro bike. Rentals often sellout in advance so we recommend advanced reservations.

Adult MOUNTAIN BIKing 101 LESSONS
Age:
10 and over.
Lesson Duration:
1.5 hours.
Meeting Location:
The Mountain Adventure Center (MAC).
Helpful Hint:
Guests often take the Mountain Bike 101 course multiple times before they advance to skill clinics. Determine which lesson you should take by discussing with your coach.

JUNIOR MOUNTAIN BIKING 101 LESSONs
Ages:
6 to 9 years old.
Lesson Duration:
1.5 Hours.
Meeting Location:
The Mountain Adventure Center (The MAC).

AGES:
3 and over.
LESSON DURATION:
1 to 3 Hours.
MEETING LOCATION:
The Mountain Adventure Center (The MAC).
LIFT TICKET & RENTAL INFO:
Private lessons do not include rentals and/or a bike park lift ticket. Those must be purchased separately. We recommend advanced reservations for bike rentals.
ATTIRE:
We recommend our guests wear the appropriate protective gear and attire for safety purposes.

AGES:
10 and over.
LESSON DURATION:
1 hour.
MEETING LOCATION:
The Mountain Adventure Center (The MAC).
SKILL CLINICS OFFERED:
We offer three different skill clinics daily: Drops, Jumps, and Berms & Cornering.
SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED:
All three skill clinics require downhill experience and the ability to handle blue/intermediate terrain.

LIFT TICKETS AND RENTALS:
Lift tickets and bike rentals are not included in the price of skills clinics. They must be purchased separately.

AWARENESS

- Review the Snowshoe Bike Park trail system before you ride.
- Review the trail signs and understand their meanings before you ride.
- Understand that trail difficulty ratings and symbols are specific to Snowshoe Bike Park.
- Trails or lifts may temporarily close due to weather, special events, construction, maintenance, or trail conditions. Check the daily trail report at The Mountain Adventure Center (The MAC) or The Depot for updated information.
- All trails within the Snowshoe Bike Park are for downhill biking only. No uphill traffic is permitted.
- Trail features vary in size and difficulty. Pay attention to signage.
- Terrain and features change due to weather, maintenance, usage, modification, and time of day.
- Do not use trails or features if you lack sufficient ability and/or experience. Cautiously walk your bike if you feel you are on a trail or feature beyond your skill level.
- You may encounter authorized and unauthorized motor vehicles, trail work crews, and construction areas within the bike park. It is your responsibility to yield.
- Some trails do not receive constant maintenance. Report any obstacles or hazards to patrol or a Snowshoe employee.
- Please stay on designated trails.
- Observe all posted signs and closures.
- The Western Territory does not feature a top-to-bottom "easiest" trail.

RESPONSIBILITY CODE

- Ride under control and within your ability so you can stop or avoid other people and objects.
- Stay on marked trails. Avoid all closed trails and areas.
- Read and obey all signs and warnings.
- Inspect trails and features before attempting them.
- Only stop where you do not obstruct trails and remain visible to other riders.
- Stop and look both ways before crossing roads.
- Riders ahead of you have the right of way. You must avoid them.
- When passing other riders, slow down or stop as necessary. Anticipate others at corners and blind spots. Slower riders should yield to faster riders as soon as it is safe.
- When entering a trail or starting your descent, look uphill and yield to other riders.
- You must wear a helmet while riding on Snowshoe Mountain trails.
- If you are involved in, or witness a collision or accident, contact patrol or a Snowshoe employee.
- If you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, do not enter the Snowshoe Bike Park or use the chairlift.
- You must be able to safely load, ride, and unload the chairlift.
- Only ride trails and features within your ability.
- Maintain your equipment and ensure it works properly before riding.
- Respect Snowshoe Mountain, its employees, other guests, and property.

BIKE RENTALS
- You can rent bikes at The Mountain Adventure Center (The MAC).
- Rentals include full-face helmets, chest and arm protectors, and knee and shin protectors.
- If you have your own bike, you may rent gear onsite.
- Lessons require a full-suspension downhill or enduro bike.
- The MAC is also the main mountain bike retailer where you can purchase much of the recommended riding gear.

EYE PROTECTION
Glasses or goggles with clear lenses (yellow and light amber also work well) are best for trail riding.

GLOVES
Wear full-fingered, flexible gloves with non-padded palms while riding. Gardening gloves also work as a substitute. Unlike road riding gloves, where the point is to pad the palms, downhill and freeride gloves feature thin palms to ensure a firm grip and full fingers to protect the skin.

PANTS
Wear baggie shorts or moto pants. Jeans also suffice so long as free movement. Many riders wear padded cycling shorts under their outer layer. Shorts or pants made of thin fabric (i.e. basketball shorts) provide little protection. This is also true of cycling shorts worn without an additional layer on top.

SHIRT OR JERSEY
Jersey or tee shirts work well. Most people don't like the feel of body armor next to their skin (it's plastic and can be uncomfortable), so we recommend a tee shirt or tank top underneath.

SHOES
Skate-style, tennis, or laced flat-bottomed shoes work best with bike pedals. Avoid hiking or work boots as the soles won't grip well, especially in wet conditions. While riding in the bike park, sandals or water shoes are prohibited.

SOCKS
Wear whatever socks work best with your shoes. Keep in mind, shin guards can be uncomfortable on the skin, especially just above the ankle. Some people wear higher socks for that reason. Socks can also get wet, so wicking material works well.


ADDITIONAL ITEMS
Depending on the weather and your riding plans consider bringing the following items:

- Snacks.
- Sunscreen.
- Rain jacket.
- Hydration pack or water bottle.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
- Guests must have a valid driver's license to drive the vehicle.
- Guests must be at least 6 to ride as a passenger.
- Check-in is at the Village Adventure Outpost by the Big Top. Please arrive 10 minutes before your ticket time.

SAFETY INFORMATION:
- Drivers must wear Closed-toe shoes.
- We provide DOT-approved helmets and you must wear them during the tour.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
- Guests must have a valid driver's license to drive the vehicle.
- Guests must be at least 6 to ride as a passenger.
- Check-in is at the Village Adventure Outpost by the Big Top. Please arrive 10 minutes before your ticket time.

SAFETY INFORMATION:
- Drivers must wear Closed-toe shoes.
- We provide DOT-approved helmets and you must wear them during the tour.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
- The group's skill level and comfortability determines the terrain you ride during the tour.
- The maximum weight for riders is 250 pounds.
- Check-in is at the Village Adventure Outpost near the Big Top. Please arrive 10 minutes before your ticket time.

SAFETY INFORmATION:
- We provide helmets and you must wear them during the tour.
- Close toed shoes required.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

- The Sporting Clay course is on Shavers Lake Road in the direction of Silver Creek Ski Area. Please arrive 10 minutes before your ticket time.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
- Bike rides last 20 minutes.
- The STACYC Bike course is located on Skidder Slope behind Highland House.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
- Ticket includes Ballhooter and Western Express lift access during operating hours.
- Guests 5 and over must have a ticket. Guests 4 and under do not require tickets.