When does Ski Liberty open?
Liberty Mountain Resort 2024-2025 season dates
Liberty Mountain Resort targets December 21, 2024 for the 2024-2025 season opening. The resort plans to close March 16, 2025. These dates depend entirely on weather and snowmaking conditions. Cold temperatures must arrive before snowmaking begins. The resort needs sustained freezing weather to build base depth across all terrain.
Vail Resorts acquired Liberty Mountain in 2019. The resort follows Vail’s operational standards for season timing. December openings have become standard in recent years. Early December cold snaps can push opening dates earlier. Warm fall weather delays opening until sufficient snow accumulates. The resort announces official opening dates through email and social media.
Liberty Mountain operates 100 percent snowmaking coverage. Every trail receives machine-made snow when natural snowfall lacks. This coverage ensures consistent conditions throughout the season. The resort can open terrain systematically as snowmaking progresses. Front side trails typically open first. Backside terrain follows as snowmaking crews work across the mountain.
Operating hours throughout the season
Liberty Mountain maintains varied hours throughout the week. Monday through Wednesday hours run 9 AM to 8 PM. Thursday and Friday extend until 10 PM for night skiing. Saturday operations begin at 8 AM and continue until 10 PM. Sunday hours run 8 AM to 8 PM. These hours accommodate different visitor schedules and maximize mountain access.
The Dew After Dark program brings night skiing to Pennsylvania. Floodlights illuminate the slopes after sunset. Night skiing creates unique atmosphere and cooler temperatures. College students receive discounts on select Saturday evenings. Night ticket holders access terrain from 3 PM until closing. This option suits people working during daylight hours. Weekend evening sessions often draw lighter crowds than daytime.
Holiday periods bring adjusted schedules and extended hours. Christmas week sees maximum operating hours. Martin Luther King weekend typically runs full schedules. Presidents Day weekend brings peak season operations. The resort adjusts hours based on demand and conditions. Spring skiing may reduce hours as snow conditions change. Always check current hours before visiting to confirm times.
How to know when Liberty Mountain opens
The Liberty Mountain Resort website posts opening date announcements. Visit libertymountainresort.com for official information. The resort maintains active social media on Facebook and Instagram. These channels deliver real-time updates about conditions and opening dates. Email subscribers receive advance notice about season start. Sign up for the resort mailing list to get earliest information.
The snow phone provides recorded condition updates. Call 717-642-9000 to hear current status. The recording updates daily with operating status. Weather conditions determine actual opening capabilities. The resort monitors long-range forecasts constantly. Snowmaking teams prepare equipment during fall months. Cold weather arrival triggers immediate snowmaking operations.
Epic Pass holders should watch for opening announcements in November. The pass grants unlimited access once the resort opens. Early season skiing often features limited terrain initially. More trails open progressively as snowmaking continues. Mid-season typically offers full mountain access with all lifts running. Late season may see reduced terrain as spring arrives. Liberty Mountain delivers approximately 90 days of skiing annually. The season length depends on weather cooperation and snowmaking success throughout winter months.
