What’s New at Pocono Ski Resorts This Season

Blue Mountain Resort

Open as of December 6^th
New in 2024-2025:

• New Peak-to-Peak Pocono Pass “Reward” for season passholders: unlimited skiing and lift access to Blue Mountain Resort & Camelback Resort through the exclusive Peak-to-Peak Poconos Pass program. Available for a limited time at $999, passholders enjoy special perks and discounts at both destinations with no blackout dates or restrictions.
• New snow groomer and enhanced snowmaking technology, including 132 new stick guns and six fan guns, resulted in a 17.5% increase in opening day snow production compared to last season.
• Home to the country’s largest snow tubing park, Blue Mountain’s newly installed snowmaking equipment allows the snow tubing park to open with up to 56 lanes and Sonic Tubing after dark.
• Expanded trails include Come Around, Lower Lazy, Falls and Lower Sidewinder.
• Refreshed and expanded eatery options: Waffle Hut, Beers & Buns on Burman, First Chair Coffee, Sip & Slide, and the Cluck Truck.

Camelback Resort

Opening December 14^th
New in 2024-2025:

• New Peak-to-Peak Pocono Pass “Reward” (see above).
• New adult, senior, and youth classes at Ski & Ride Academy.
• Camelback remains the first ski resort in the country to offer Just Walk Out technology utilizing only a credit card, the Amazon app, or the Camelback app at the resort’s Big Pocono On The Go eatery.
• Rakuda Ramen joins the dynamic dining scene with authentic Japanese flavors available for both grab-and-go and on-site enjoyment.

Jack Frost Mountain & Big Boulder Ski Area

Open as of December 4^th & Opening December 13^th
New in 2024-2025:

• New energy-efficient snow guns increase resource efficiency at key runs, and allowed Jack Frost to be the first ski resort in Pennsylvania to open this season.
• New LED slope lights added to Big Boulder’s world-class beginner terrain are 42% brighter and require approximately 53% less energy to run.
• New snow tubing park signage, lighting, and tubes.
• My Epic app with Mobile Pass and Mobile Lift Tickets allows guests to use their phone as their ticket to the slopes. Includes interactive trail maps with GPS location tracking as well as resort alerts like snow reports and conditions.
• Seasonal programs: Mountain Explorers (4-week program where participants are coached in small groups) and Women’s Development program (6-week program designed for women, by women).
• First Fridays event series from Women in Powder designed exclusively for women and offers a blend of movement, connection, and relaxation. Offered First Fridays of the month in January at Jack Frost and February at Big Boulder.

Shawnee Mountain Ski Area

Open as of December 6^th
New in 2024-2025:

• 3^rd and 4^th Grade Pass for students from any school and state. With a paid adult lift ticket, children in these grades receive three complimentary ski or snowboard visits, valid midweek or after 3 PM on weekends and holidays.
• Now offering convenient lodging packages at the historic Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort that include snow tubing, group lessons, or private lessons, simplifying the purchasing process for guests.
• Renewable Energy Initiative focusing on sustainability through an innovative wind energy agreement with ENGIE, upgrading energy efficient snowmaking equipment and implementing eco-friendly practices throughout the resort.
• Discounted tickets for college students, active-duty military members, and seniors aged 65 to 69. Additionally, seniors ages 70+ ski for free, as do children under 46” tall.
• Shawnee Mountain maintains its commitment to affordability by offering free parking to all guests, eliminating hidden fees, and providing a hassle-free experience from arrival.

Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain

Opening December 14^th
New in 2024-2025:

• New and updated snow guns, pumps, and compressors complement the resort’s 100% snowmaking capabilities and ability to lay down more snow more quickly.
• New Rossignol skis added to the fleet of 1600+ skis and 500+ snowboards available for rental.
• Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain continues to place a high priority on people through staff development, aligning with goals to create and fill positions to best meet customer needs as well as maintain, serve, and develop efficiencies within the operation.

Visit PoconoMountains.com/Ski and check out our blog to learn about all six ski resorts in the Pocono Mountains. Before heading out, view our live cameras and the snow report page to stay up-to-date on what's happening on your favorite slopes.

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