Wintergreen Resort

Known as the single best ski resort in the South, Wintergreen Resort in Virginia has a bit to offer skiers. And 11,000 acres with 19 trails, Wintergreen has a maximum elevation of 3516 feet, with an elevation of 1003 feet. Beginners, intermediates and experts will all find suitable trails at Wintergreen Resort.

To accommodate skiers, there are six lifts, including five chair lifts and one surface lift. There is also a dedicated terrain park for snowboarding. The complex is located near Charlottesville, Virginia, and you will experience breathtaking views of the Appalachian Mountains, and be surrounded by luxury that most people only dream of. There is also a golf course located near world-class resort.

Other activities include tubing, snowmobiling, tennis, hiking and horseback riding. The Out of Bounds Adventure Center is a popular attraction at the resort with rock climbing and bungee trampolines. Outdoor Wilderness Leadership School offers corporate retreats, real rock climbing, rappelling, and mountain biking.

It is ideal for family holidays. You and your children can participate in a variety of craft workshops, enjoy campfires and storytelling, go on the hay wagon, and enjoy many more community events that are scheduled throughout the year. There are many activities planned for families, including winter hiking, skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and swimming in an indoor fun.

While vacationing at Wintergreen Resort, take time to discover the attractions Civil War history, and visit local wineries. Also take time to enjoy the Wintergreen Spa. At the spa you can pamper yourself with massages, skin treatments, body wraps, and nail care. You can also visit the mountaintop Aquatic and Fitness Center, which features the latest cardiovascular equipment, fitness equipment, heated pools, Jacuzzis, steam rooms and saunas.

The Wintergreen Performing Arts has many musical performances throughout the year that are sure to delight you and your family. If you are less interested in culture, and more interested in nature, the Wintergreen Nature Foundation is for you. This foundation promotes the understanding and conservation of natural resources that the Blue Ridge Mountains are famous for.

No matter what your interests are, if away from the bustle of city life is what you want is the number one spot in the South for fun, relaxation and rejuvenation. The Wintergreen Resort is open year round, with activities appropriate to each season.