Berkshires and Pioneer Valley ski areas welcome skiers, snowboarders

It’s a winter wonderland at Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort, where the skiing is incredible, the accommodations convenient and comfy, and the activities super-fun. With its top-notch snowmaking capabilities, the resort offers 45 skiing trails covering 167 acres and ranging from 17 easy trails to two double-black diamond trails. The atmosphere is family friendly, with all trails funneling back to the base area. There are camps for kids, and beginner lessons for kids and adults. The resort has the region’s only six-passenger chairlift, up to the 2,380-foot summit, where the valley view is jaw-dropping. Stay in the resort’s Country Inn or a spacious condo, and dine on site in a tavern, pub or deli. Check the website for a schedule of special activities.

Eleven trails serviced by five lifts at this family ski area with a 400 foot vertical drop. Check website for current trail conditions.

Skiing & Snowboarding: Butternut prides itself on being an affordable and family-friendly ski area an easy drive from New York City and many locations in Connecticut via major highways. The mountain welcomes people new to skiing and snowboarding. Butternut promotes is affordable lift tickets and cheap season passes. Rentals and lessons for skiing and snowboarding are available, with opportunities for discounted packages. There is a seven-lane snow tubing center.
Everything Else: Ski shop, demonstration demo tent. The nearby town of Great Barrington is a fun place to visit, with restaurants, lodging, and a variety of attractions and entertainment for adult and kids. Also, theaters, shopping, and museums.

This family-friendly ski area offers lots of deals and passes for lift tickets and lessons. 24 trails on 200 skiable acres, terrain park, and snow tubing. Packages and ski & stay deals available.