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Canaan Valley Resort
Davis, West Virginia

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[Resort Overview]  [Summer Activities]  [Statistics]
[Trail Map]  [Current Conditions]  [Webcams]
[Related News]  [Upcoming Events]  [Reader Comments]
[Nearby Lodging]

Resort Overview - reported by M. Scott Smith, DCSki Editor

Although West Virginia’s Canaan Valley Resort has snowmaking facilities, it is one of the few resorts in the D.C. region that receives much of its snowmaking from Mother Nature. With an average annual snowfall of over 150 inches, and a summit elevation higher than 4,000 feet above sea level, Canaan Valley’s 80 acres are frequently covered by snow that lasts late into the season. The ski resort is part of Canaan Valley State Park, which also features cross-country and telemark skiing thanks to plenty of powder. Canaan Valley is located within 2 miles of its neighboring ski area, Timberline.

Canaan Valley offers a number of wide trails with great views. The Weiss Meadows section of the resort offers glade skiing — a rarity among D.C. area resorts. Beginners will feel at home on many of Canaan Valley’s trails; experts will find more challenging terrain at neighboring Timberline.

Canaan Valley does not have 100% snowmaking coverage. Some trails open later in the season, and may temporarily close during warm stretches.

Several winters ago, Canaan Valley added a terrain park on Weiss Meadows I, and increased snowmaking capacity. The Tube Park was also extended 200 feet for the 1998-99 season, and is now 800 feet long. Several slopes, including Upper Canaan Curve, Cutback, and Lower Timber Run, were widened. Additional shaped skis and a new selection of snowboards were also recently added to the rental inventory. Canaan Valley also recently built a new ski area base lodge.

Over 30 kilometers of natural snow-based marked trails are available for cross-country skiers, and there is also easy access to the Monongahela National Forest. There is no trail access fee for cross-country skiing, and the ski area rents both cross-country skis and snowshoes. (The popular Whitegrass Touring Center is also located nearby.)

Canaan Valley Resort has several tubing lanes for snow tubing, a popular alternative to skiing and boarding.

During the 2005-2006 winter season, Canaan Valley Resort introduced Airboarding as a winter activity. Since then, the resort has set aside a dedicated area and terrain park specifically for Airboarding.

Canaan Valley Resort celebrated its 35th Anniversary during the 2006-2007 winter season.

Summer Activities

It’s no surprise that Canaan Valley features dozens of year-round activities, since it is located in a state park. Once the snow melts, outdoor enthusiasts can explore 6,000 acres of woodlands in Canaan Valley State Park. Hiking, fishing, golf, mountain biking, and other activities are popular. Canaan Valley runs one of its three lifts during the summer to shuttle sightseers to the top of the mountain.

Statistics

Resort Name:
 Canaan Valley Resort
Vertical Drop:
 850 feet
Trails:
 39 (30% beginner, 40% intermediate, 30% advanced)
Skiable Acres:
 80
Longest Run:
 1.25 miles
Lift Capacity:
 6,100 per hour
Chairlifts:
 3 (1 quad, 2 triples)
Night Skiing:
 Night skiing is only offered certain days of the week (e.g., Friday and Saturday nights). Check with the resort for updated operating hours.
Terrain Park:
 Two terrain parks featuring rails, boxes, and more.
Halfpipe:
 (No halfpipe)
Tubing Park:
 Serviced by a handle tow.
Address:
 Route 1, Canaan Valley State Park
Davis, WV 26260
Phone Number:
 (800) 622-4121 or (304) 866-4121
Facebook:
 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Canaan-Valley-Resort/48261643870
Web Site:
 http://www.canaanresort.com/

Estimated Distances from Major Cities

Baltimore, MD4 hours 224 miles
Washington, DC3 hours, 45 minutes 188 miles
Arlington, VA3 hours, 40 minutes 186 miles
Richmond, VA4 hours 223 miles
Pittsburgh, PA3 hours 152 miles
Harrisburg, PA4 hours 219 miles
Philadelphia, PA5 hours, 40 minutes 321 miles
Charleston, WV3 hours 177 miles
Raleigh, NC6 hours, 30 minutes 342 miles
Charlotte, NC6 hours, 30 minutes 398 miles

 

Trail Map

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Current Conditions

A snow condition report for Canaan Valley Resort is shown below. Because condition reports may not be updated regularly, be sure to check the date and timestamp on the report. Before making a trip, we recommend contacting resorts directly for the latest conditions.

    Canaan Valley, WV
    As of 15:28:57 on 2010-03-22
    Report data is over 2 days old -- please check back later.

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Webcams

Canaan Valley Resort has an official webcam page here.

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Related News

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Upcoming Events

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Nearby Lodging

The following properties located near Canaan Valley Resort are listed in the DCSki Lodging Finder. Property owners pay DCSki a small listing fee for this service. Inclusion in the Lodging Finder does not represent an endorsement by DCSki.

Black Bear Resort:

Welcome to Black Bear Resort. Located in the heart of Canaan Valley near some of West Virginia’s premiere ski and golf resorts. Come stay with us in one of our fully furnished Pedestal Homes or one of our Inn Suites.


Canaan Realty:

Canaan Realty represents a select group of quality homes in the Canaan Valley region. Since 1970 Canaan Realty has been the sales and rental leader in Timberline & Canaan Valley. No one knows Timberline & Canaan Valley Real Estate like we do!


Cinnamon Fern Chalet:

Cinnamon Fern Chalet, professionally decorated, and located in the Northpoint resort in Canaan Valley, West Virginia, is a recent entry to the vacation rental market. Cinnamon Fern Chalet is a well equipped, multi-level, contemporary cedar house with walls of glass, great room with vaulted ceiling and floor-to-ceiling fireplace, and several decks. This wonderful mountain home has 3 full bathrooms and 3 bedrooms. While the chalet can accommodate up to 10 guests in beds, this house is cozy with even 2 guests.


Slopeside Ski Chalet Canaan Valley:

This 4 bedroom slopeside chalet is RIGHT ON the Salamander slope at Timberline Ski Resort. The slope is at mid mountain on a green ski slope, making this an ideal location for groups with beginners or children. Everyone can ski in and out, allowing for breaks for hot chocolate or snacks without disrupting your ski time.


Timberline Four Seasons Realty:

Timberline Four Seasons Realty is known for its luxurious lodging choices. Beautiful vacation homes reside on secluded, wooded valley lots and near quiet lakes. Cozy cabins and homes perched on the top of the mountain, offering views of the valley more than 1,000 feet below. Fully furnished and dressed with the touch of their individual owners, these vacation homes are just like home.


Reader Comments

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Comments on Canaan Valley Resort - posted by kyle dodd
September 24, 2004 at 10:55 pm
This is my favorite resort in the DC area. It has great late season prices and often is still covered in fresh powder through march. Also, it is the laest crowded of all the resorts i have been to in the Mid-Atlantic.
 
Comments on Canaan Valley Resort - posted by Glenn Conklin
October 17, 2004 at 1:05 pm
The first snowfall of the season has hit Canaan on 10/16/04. Got a good inch and a half but still too warm for accumulation. Great foreboding of the season to come. Canaan is doing discounted season passes through mid November. Jan 2-8 is uniform appreciation week. Great deals on prime season skiing/boarding for military, law enforcement, nurses, and firefighters.
 
Comments on Canaan Valley Resort - posted by Donna Clark
June 12, 2005 at 2:34 pm
Lodging at Deerfield Village is superb. Just 1 mile from the slopes you will find luxury townhomes beautifully appointed.
 
AMP IT UP RAIL JAM - posted by DCSki Reader
March 5, 2007 at 6:54 pm
from an inside source at canaan, rumor is they are gonna have a 40 ft change up box for the competition. Hope to see everyone there throwing down.
 
Comments on Canaan Valley Resort - posted by Ginny (Schrock) Millar
January 29, 2008 at 12:47 pm
When Canaan first opened in the early 70's, I believe Jean-Claude Kielly (spelling?) who was then an olmpic skier was involved in the backing. We caught a few glimpses of him in the very beginning. This is what we were told anyway, but it was nice watching him ski!
 
Best Golf Course in the Country - posted by Ronnie Stonestreet
September 28, 2008 at 1:54 pm
I live in Raleigh NC and the best trip in the world is to go to Canaan and play some golf.
 
Comments on Canaan Valley Resort - posted by jessica
January 13, 2009 at 8:31 pm
i think that if you are an over night guest at the resort you should be able to get some type of percentage off of activities!
 
Comments on Canaan Valley Resort - posted by samsef
January 15, 2009 at 12:05 pm
Lodging for me was not a great experience here. Initially I figured the lodge would be on site with the slopes but it was not. A 5 minute drive isn't bad but I was just a bit disillusioned about how things would be. Upon arrival the desk clerk notified me that they did not participate in the AAA program for discounted rooms. When I made my reservation on the phone I was told otherwise. I managed to get this fixed after complaining to management and got my $47 I was overcharged back. The resort does not have any type of continental breakfast (even cheap chain hotels do) and the food they make you pay for is not worth the napkin your silverware is wrapped up in. Dining in Davis is hit and miss but there is an excellent burrito place called Hellbenders that serves great burrito wraps and local brews. Aside from all this the rooms are nothing special, mine had cigarette burns on the comforter, the cold water in the sink didn't work, there was no toilet paper upon arrival (yikes!) and if you choose to bring a laptop for use of their high speed internet, beware that it is not wireless but you can conveniently buy a cable for $3 from the front desk to plug in. Overall the lodges amenities lacked luster, and poor to okay customer service put a damper on things.

I thought the slopes would make up for the lodge but in mid-January the only had a dozen or so trails open. Half of which barely constituted a run. The snow they did have was great, fresh and groomed well but with only two main trails anybody who is above a beginner skier will get bored rather quickly.

Canaan Valley could be a nice place in the summer and that could be where they make most of their money judging by the 'crowd' they had mid-Jan.
If you can manage to get out there when there is a good amount of snowfall AND trails open I bet that place could be killer.
 
Comments on Canaan Valley Resort - posted by andy
January 15, 2009 at 6:45 pm
with fresh management & upgrades planned for next year lets hope for better!..if not, lets protest in front of the WV governers mansion...it's state owned..
 
Comments on Canaan Valley Resort - posted by FOWELROK@HOTMAIL.COM
August 25, 2009 at 5:53 am
WHY VACATION WHEN YOU COULD LIVE HERE!!!
10 MINUTES FROM SLOPES..WE MUST SELL DUE TO JOB CHANGE ONLY. JUST HEAVEN!
WE SADLY ARE HAVING TO SELL OUR HOME.
THERE ARE SO MANY POSSIBILITIES HERE FOR JUST ABOUT ANYONE OR EVEN A COUPLE OF FAMILIES TO SHARE....
WE LIVE ON 4.75 ACRES, BORDERS NATIONAL FOREST, COTTAGE TYPE HOME WITH 3 BEDROOM HOME, 1 BATH, DECK BACK PORCH, PONDS, TONS OF FLOWER GARDEND LINED WITH NATIVE ROCK, THERE IS A 7 YEAR OLD NEVER USED 36X24' HORSE BARN 4 STALL, HUGE RIDING RING. HUGE BEAUTIFUL GREEN YARDS ALL AROUND, LUSH AND MOWED. PROPERTY IS FENCED.
CONVERTEDTWO CAR GARAGE TURNED/
HOBBY SHOP &
WE SHOW PUGS AND FRENCHIES AND RESCUE FROM TIME TO TIME.
THE GARAGE IS HOBBY SHOP ON HALF, DOG RUNS INSIDE ARE 7X4' INSIDE..6-INDOOR 6-OUTDOOR 10'X4'
BUSINESS POSSIBILITIES... KENNEL/DAYCARE ETC., WITH AUTO WATERERS, ELEC., HEAT,& ITS OWN SEPTIC, BLACKBERRIES, BLUEBERRIES, APPLE, PEACH, PEAR, HICKORY, CHESTNUT TREES...
I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM SOMEONE SO I DON'T HAVE TO LIVE HERE WHILE MY HUSBAND IS COMMUTING WEEKLY.. OUR PRICE IS 160,000. PROPERTY IS BELOW ESTIMATED "COMPAIRING WITH LOCAL PROPERTIES... IT IS A STEAL" IS WHAT WE HAVE BEEN TOLD. THAT IS WHY I WOULD LIKE TO SELL OUT RIGHT MYSELF NOT REALATOR...
ALL OFFERS CONSIDERD.
KIMBERLY
 
Kimberly - posted by Tucker
August 25, 2009 at 4:38 pm
Kimberly,

I am interested in more info. I tried your e-mail but can't get through. What is your phone number or do you have a different e-mail.

tucker
 
Comments on Canaan Valley Resort - posted by Luke
March 8 at 1:31 pm
We went weekend of March 6, 2010. Best skiing conditions I have experienced since my childhood in Canada. Short lines, natural snow, friendly staff. I wanted my son to experience this type of skiing and he did.
You can sometimes be the only person in the whole run. This is not possible during daytime on weekends at the 'near-DC' resorts or at Snowshoe. They only run the triple if it is needed. It was only needed for a few hours on Saturday. Again, there is hardly any waiting in line. Overnight, they do a great job of grooming all the runs. In my opinion, natural snow just takes to grooming better than the snowgun stuff. The access to the backcountry trails is also something that generated much interest with the kids. So, I may be able to get them out there or in nearby White Grass on cross-country skis as well. As far as the lodging, I can't speak to it. We stayed in Oakland MD and drove down every morning. Personally, I wasn't interested in being pampered, I just wanted to ski hard for two full days and not wither away in a lift line. Mission accomplished.
 
Comments on Canaan Valley Resort - posted by fishnski
March 9 at 4:33 pm
Twas a great 2 days..bluebird & great snow galore!!..bet I passed by you a few times!
 
Comments on Canaan Valley Resort - posted by fishnski
March 9 at 4:34 pm
Not to mention about the cheapest skiing on the east coast!
 

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