| Vertical drop: | 1,000 feet |
| Base elevation: | 3,268 feet |
| Peak elevation: | 4,268 feet |
| Skiable acres: | 91 |
| Longest run: | 2 miles |
| Trails: | 36 |
Timberline Mountain has experienced perhaps the most drama of any ski area in the Mid-Atlantic in recent years. Following many years of decay and controversy, the resort filed for bankruptcy in 2019 and was placed on the auction block. In late 2019, Timberline was purchased by Indiana-based Perfect North Slopes, and they immediately set in place an aggressive capital improvement plan to re-open a revitalized Timberline in time for the 2020-2021 Winter Season, including the replacement of chairlifts. You can learn all about Timberline’s transformation in DCSki’s extensive feature story The Renaissance of Timberline.
Guests to Timberline Mountain for the 2020-2021 winter season experienced a dramatically improved resort. While the great views, ample snow, and peak of 4,268 feet above sea level have been constants at Timberline, the new ownership has raised the bar by modernizing the resort and showing a commitment to make Timberline once of the best ski hills in the Mid-Atlantic.
Timberline is located two miles from the Canaan Valley ski area, but offers more advanced terrain than its neighbor. Steeps and bumps can be found throughout the resort’s trails, as well as some gladed skiing. Beginner terrain is also available, although beginners may feel more comfortable at Canaan Valley. The lengthy 2-mile long Salamander run at Timberline offers an easy-going pitch that is good for beginners.
Timberline Mountain focuses on skiing and snowboarding, and has modest lodge facilities. Timberline does not have a tubing hill, and does not currently offer many summer activities.
Photo by John Sherwood.
| Resort Name: | Timberline Mountain |
| Vertical Drop: | 1,000 feet |
| Base Altitude: | 3,268 feet |
| Peak Altitude: | 4,268 feet |
| Trails: | 36 Trails:
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| Skiable Acres: | 91 |
| Longest Run: | 2 miles |
| Lifts: | 2 (A high-speed 6-pack and a fixed grip quad, both installed in 2020.) |
| Night Skiing: | |
| Terrain Park: | Yes |
| Tubing Park: | (No tubing park) |
| Address: | 254 Four Seasons Dr. Davis, WV 26260 |
| Phone: | 304-403-2074 |
| Social Media: |   |
| Webcams: | View resort webcams |
| Web Site: | https://timberlinemountain.com |
| Directions: | Via Google Maps |
| Humidity: | 73% | Visibility: | 10.00 |
| Wind Speed: | 8 mph
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Sunrise: | 6:39 a.m. |
| Barometer: | 30.19 in | Sunset: | 8:00 p.m. |
| Dewpoint: | 55 °F |
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December 18, 2025 - After an extended stretch of cold temperatures earlier this month, ski resorts across the Mid-Atlantic were able to make snow aggressively, building strong early-season base depths and opening expanding terrain. DCSki provides a comprehensive snapshot of current conditions across the region as resorts head into the end of December. Photo: Opening Day at Big Boulder, shot by Ella Muir.
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November 11, 2025 - An early-season cold snap brought the first real signs of winter to the Mid-Atlantic, covering higher elevations with natural snow and giving ski areas across West Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania the chance to fire up their snowmaking systems. The drop in temperatures allowed resorts to run tests, train crews, and begin early preparations for the 2025 winter season. Some areas also saw natural snow, marking the region’s first widespread taste of winter weather. Above, natural snow falls at Hidden Valley Resort. Photo by Heidi Lewis.
May 28, 2025 - DCSki Columnist John Sherwood had initially hoped for an adventurous 2024-2025 ski season across multiple destinations, including Europe and the American West, but shifting family plans and financial prudence led to a winter spent entirely at Timberline Mountain in West Virginia. Despite the change in plans, he enjoyed over 30 days of varied and satisfying skiing, appreciating the simplicity, affordability, and unpredictably dynamic conditions of a single-resort season.
January 16, 2025 - In DCSki’s Interview Series, we take a look at interesting people who have a connection to the mountains. We recently interviewed Pete Tolsdorf, who created a resource called SkiTripPlanner.com that helps match skiers with the perfect resort.
December 16, 2024 - The majority of ski resorts in the Mid-Atlantic region are now open for the 2024-2025 winter season, with a variety of trails available for early-season skiing and snowboarding. Additional resorts are set to open in the coming days, supported by snowmaking efforts and natural snowfall. Above, Pennsylvania’s Roundtop Mountain began its 60th season on December 14, 2024. Photo provided by Haley Mowery / Roundtop Mountain.
December 1, 2024 - An arctic air mass has brought ideal snowmaking conditions to the Mid-Atlantic, enabling resorts across the region to prepare for their winter season openings, with many planning to open in early December. Resorts like Seven Springs, Wisp, Snowshoe, and Timberline Mountain are leading the charge, while others are building their bases for upcoming announcements. Photo by Heidi Lews / Hidden Valley Resort.
