Laurel Mountain

Old-school steeps and Ligonier Valley views.

A historic state-owned ski area from 1940, run by Vail, with one quad chair and the narrow, north-facing double black Lower Wildcat. It’s a day trip for confident skiers who like character over crowds; there’s no lodging on site.

The mountain

Vertical drop

761 ft

Summit

2,766 ft

Skiable terrain

70 acres

Trails

19

Lifts

1

Average snowfall

142″ a year

Terrain mix

• Beginner 50%
• Intermediate 35%
• Advanced 15%

What’s here besides skiing

• Night skiing

Holidays and events

2026–27 dates where they’re posted. “Usually” means the date follows past years. Confirm before you go.

• ChristmasFri, Nov 27, 6:30–8:30 pm

  Light Up Ligonier

  Santa comes to town, the Diamond lights up and there are horse-drawn sleigh rides.

Where to stay

• hotelSeven Springs lodging

  The sister resort’s hotel, townhomes and chalets, which Laurel itself points guests to.

  30 min drive
• condoHidden Valley Rentals

  Condos and townhomes at Hidden Valley and Seven Springs.

  30 min drive
• innLigonier Country Inn

  Country inn in Laughlintown with a restaurant and an Irish pub, the closest real lodging.

  ~15 min drive

Rates are typical winter lows before taxes and fees, and change constantly. Book on the property’s own site.

Things to do

• Laurel Ridge State Park · ~20 min

  Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing along the ridge, and access to the 120-mile Laurel Highlands snowmobile trail system.

• Fort Ligonier · ~20 min

  Reconstructed 1758 fort and museum in the middle of town.

• Ligonier’s Diamond · ~20 min

  A small-town square of shops and cafés, dressed up for the holidays.

• Seven Springs · ~30 min

  The sister resort’s spa and snow tubing for a non-ski afternoon.

Après and nightlife

• Wildcat Lounge

  Fireplace bar on the lodge’s lower level, known for Wildcat Stew and chili.

• Harry’s Irish Pub

  The pub at the Ligonier Country Inn, down the hill in Laughlintown.

These themes are our summary of recent skier reviews, not quotes.

Getting there

• Pittsburgh International (PIT) · about 1 hr 20 min drive
• Pittsburgh · about 1.2 hr
• Washington, DC · about 3.3 hr
• Philadelphia · about 4 hr

Directions in Google Maps