Sapphire Valley Ski Area in Sapphire, North Carolina:
Area Description:
The Sapphire Valley Ski Area & Frozen Falls Tube Park is an
integral part of a 5,700 acre four-season resort nestled in the
pristine Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. The average
elevation is 3,600 feet.
Our ski resort consists of "The Sapphire Streamliner", our 1,600
foot main run with a vertical drop of 200 feet, featuring our
Brand-New State-of-the-Art Quad-Lift. NEW THIS YEAR...."FROZEN
FALLS TUBE PARK", 700 foot, multi-laned snow tube hill with a
vertical drop of 70 feet! In keeping with the natural serenity
of Sapphire Valley, lift lines are short, thus providing the
perfect setting for families seeking quality time.
The base lodge has a rustic mountain style complete with a stone
fireplace, "Jimmy-Mac's" Restaurant/Snack Bar, clothing shop and
clothing rental ( limited quantities and sizes, first come first
serve basis ).
Jackson County’s Sapphire Valley Ski Area is but one small
component of the popular resort, offering two short slopes for
its property owners, resort guests, and day skiers. It’s a
comfortable environment for introducing the sport to new skiers,
and a patient ski school welcomes anyone from young children to
senior first-timers.
Sapphire Valley Ski Area is a part of the 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.
They offer two runs, one each for intermediate and beginner
skiers, featuring runs up to 1100 feet in length and a vertical
drop of 200 feet.
Visitors will find that this resort places a premium on the
surrounding amenities, such as a huge recreation center that
offers an indoor pool, hot tubs, saunas, fitness center, mini
golf, arcade and more.
Amenities:
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.
10,000 sq. ft. facility offering two large meeting rooms, two
activity rooms, a banquet room, nature center, gift shop, TV
lounge, catering kitchen, in addition to a reception area and
spacious decks.
The Community Center is located to provide excellent views of
the Horse Pasture river and downhill ski operations.
Beginners receive the personal attention necessary to master the
basics of downhill skiing or snowboarding, and seasoned veterans
can hone their skills.
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Weekly: Wednesday - Friday: 5:00pm - 10:00 pm
Weekend: Saturday - Sunday: 9:00am - 10:00pm (Continuous Skiing)
Lodging Profile:
There are several ski chalets located on and around the resort and
there are several stay and ski packages. (See featured businesses
to the right.)
Lodging at Sapphire Valley is among the finest of any of the ski
resorts in the Southeast!
Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley is nestled on a wooded
mountainside in the southernmost part of the Blue Ridge
Mountains. Some units overlook a small lake. Amenities include
an outdoor pool, a park with picnic area, an 18-hole PGA golf
course, eight clay and two hard-surfaced tennis courts, and
health club with indoor pool, whirlpool and exercise equipment.
Hiking, fishing, miniature golf and canoeing are other popular
activities. Skiing is available mid-December through February,
weather permitting. A car is needed to access the various
amenities at the resort.
Fairway Forest at Sapphire Valley is located in
the southernmost part of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and offers
5,700 acres of natural beauty at an elevation of 3,100 ft.
CONTACT INFO:
Sapphire Valley Ski
4000 HWY 64 West
Sapphire, NC 28774
Ski Lodge - (828) 743 1169
Ski Hotline - (828) 743 1162
Lodging - (800) 722 3956 (800) 533 8268
Group Ski Reservations - (828) 743 2251
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Sapphire Valley's Website!
Nearest Airports:
Asheville Regional Airport is located 1 1/2 hours (50 miles)
from Sapphire Valley and is the closest airport to the ski area.
Other airports in the surrounding area include Charlotte (135
miles), Atlanta (135 miles) and Augusta (150 miles).
Asheville Regional Airport - Within 50 miles
708 Airport Rd # 1, Fletcher, 28732
(828) 684-2226
Greenville-Spartanburg Intl Airport -
About an hour
2000 GSP Dr, Greer, 29651
(864) 848-6280
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03.2.09
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Average base: |
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Primary
Surface: |
Closed for the Season |
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Slopes Open: |
0 of 2 |
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Lifts Open: |
0 of 2 |
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Made Snow?: |
NO |
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24 Hr
Snowfall: |
NO |
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Night Skiing: |
NO |
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Terrain
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NO |
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Tubing: |
NO |
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’08-’09 Snow: |
7 |
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Remarks:
Closed for the season! |
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Projected
Days Open: 85
Year Open: 1964
Avg. Snowfall: 30"
Snowfall 2007-2008: 4"
Snowfall 2006-2007: 22"
Lift Capacity: 900 hr
Top Elevation: 3780 ft
Bottom Elevation:3580 ft
Vertical Drop: 200 ft
# of Slopes/Trails: 2
# of Lifts: 1
Longest Run: 1100 ft
Skiable Acres: 8 acres
Snow Making: 100%
Trail Difficulty Breakdown:
Beginner: 50%
Intermediate: 50% |
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