Tennessee ski areas
Live snowfall, snowpack depth, and 5-day forecasts at every Tennessee ski + snowboard area, with per-resort interactive weather meteograms.
1. Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort: Located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, Ober Gatlinburg is the only ski resort in Tennessee. The resort features nine trails, ranging from beginner to advanced, and a terrain park for those who prefer freestyle skiing or snowboarding. The average snowfall at Ober Gatlinburg is around 50 inches per season, and the best time to visit is from December to February.
2. Cataloochee Ski Area: Although located in North Carolina, Cataloochee Ski Area is just a short drive from the Tennessee border, making it a popular destination for Tennessee skiers. The resort features 18 trails and slopes and a snow tubing park. The average snowfall at Cataloochee is around 50 inches per season, with the best snowpack typically in January and February.
3. Beech Mountain Resort: Another North Carolina ski resort that is close to the Tennessee border, Beech Mountain Resort offers 17 slopes and trails, a terrain park, and a snow tubing park. The average snowfall at Beech Mountain is around 80 inches per season, with the best snowpack typically in January and February.
In terms of ski history, Tennessee was once home to several small ski areas that have since closed down. One of the most notable was Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort in Mentone, Alabama, which was just a short drive from the Tennessee border. Cloudmont opened in 1970, but due to its low elevation and inconsistent snowfall, the resort struggled to stay in business. It closed permanently in 2017.
Tennessee ski areas
Every Tennessee ski area Snoflo tracks. Sortable by any column. Tap a resort name for the full report; scroll down for per-resort 15-day weather meteograms.
| Ski area | Air temp | Snowfall (24h) | Snowpack | 24h fcst | 72h fcst | 120h fcst |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort | 60°F | 0" | 0" | 0" | 0" | 0" |
About Tennessee ski conditions
Where do the Tennessee ski conditions come from?
Fresh-snow totals are aggregated from resort-side reporting, NOAA's NOHRSC snow analysis grid, and nearby SNOTEL stations. Snowpack and SWE typically come from the closest SNOTEL station to each resort.
What's a meteogram?
A compact 15-day weather chart showing temperature, precipitation, wind, and weather-symbol forecast in one view. It's the same data professional forecasters use, rendered for quick at-a-glance trip planning.
What about backcountry conditions in Tennessee?
Always consult your regional avalanche center — resort conditions don't translate to backcountry safety. The U.S. avalanche center directory is at avalanche.org.
Can I get an alert when fresh snow falls at a Tennessee resort?
Yes. Save any ski area as a favorite in the Snoflo iOS app, set a fresh-snow threshold, and you'll get a push the moment it crosses. Free with a Snoflo account.