Grab the Holiday Valley ski resort map to scope out your lines before you drop in. This New York gem spans 228 metres of vertical from 685.8m down to 457.2m, with 60 runs spread across the mountain: 22 beginner trails, 15 intermediate, and 22 advanced. The trail map also shows 11 chairlifts connecting the terrain, making it easy to link up laps across the resort.
Download the Holiday Valley Trail Map (PDF & Image)
Best Runs in Holiday Valley
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Chute (Double Black Diamond): Holiday Valley's steepest run offering a sustained pitch through tight trees, ideal for advanced skiers wanting a proper challenge.
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Yodeler (Blue Square): A long, sweeping intermediate run that flows beautifully from top to bottom, perfect for building confidence and practising carved turns.
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Mardi Gras (Blue Square): Wide and well-groomed with a mellow gradient, this is brilliant for intermediates working on technique without too much pressure.
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Cindy's Chute (Black Diamond): A narrow, mogul-filled line that demands quick turns and proper leg strength.
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The Wall (Black Diamond): Lives up to its name with a steep face that's ideal for advanced skiers who like their runs short, sharp and punchy.
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Tannenbaum (Blue Square): A scenic tree-lined cruiser that's wide enough to let you open up your turns whilst still feeling sheltered.
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Exhibition (Black Diamond): A good solid black that's steep enough to keep things interesting but doesn't require expert skills, making it a popular step-up run.
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Bunny Hill (Green Circle): Genuinely gentle and spacious, giving absolute beginners loads of room to find their feet without feeling crowded.
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Spruce Run (Green Circle): A nice long green that lets newer skiers build mileage and confidence with a forgiving pitch throughout.