Thunder Ridge Ski Area

Thunder Ridge
Location Patterson, New York
Nearest city Putnam Lake, New York
Vertical 600 ft.
Top elevation 820 ft.
Skiable area 90 acres (360,000 m2)
Runs 21
Lift system 3 chairlifts, 4 magic carpets
Terrain parks Yes
Snowmaking Yes, 95% coverage
Night skiing Yes
Website http://www.thunderridgeski.com/

Thunder Ridge is a small ski area located in Patterson, NY. Because it is located just 75 minutes from New York City, the mountain attracts skiers and snowboarders from across the New York area. While it does not receive a lot of snowfall, Thunder Ridge does have snowmaking capabilities which can cover 95% of the mountain. Because it is open at night, Thunder Ridge is a haven for high school ski racing. The mountain hosts part of Hudson Valley League racing.[1]

Under previous ownership the mountain was known as Birch Hill (1957–1968), Big Birch (1968–1995), Thunder Ridge Ski Area (1995–present).

Popular Trails

Easier More Difficult Most Difficult
Deer Pasture Evergreen Blackberry Pass
Little Thunder Fawn Meadow Competition
Lover's Lane Eagle's Lair The Face
Bull's Run Fool's Delight
The Road Santa Fe

References

  1. Ng, Matthew (2007-01-29). "Horace Mann debuts in Section 1 skiing competition". The Journal News.

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Coordinates: 41°30′26″N 73°34′52″W / 41.50722°N 73.58111°W / 41.50722; -73.58111


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