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In this article, we’ll give you the full scoop of what to expect at Hatley Pointe, how to plan your trip, and even where to eat.
Days with enough snow for sledding are few and far between in Upstate SC. Even when a good snow comes, icy roads make it difficult to get to a good hill. Thankfully, there’s Hatley Pointe, a ski and snowboard park just under two hours away from Greenville and Spartanburg.
Formerly known as Wolf Ridge Ski Resort, Hatley Pointe is a boutique mountain resort in Mars Hill, NC. They’re open as weather permits in the winter and offer snowboarding, skiing, and onsite dining.
Hatley Pointe currently does not offer snow tubing. If you need snow tubing suggestions, please see our list of places to snow tube in Western North Carolina.
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What to Expect at Hatley Pointe (formerly Wolf Ridge)
What does it cost to ski and snowboard at Hatley Pointe?
The resort offers several options for snowboard and ski passes, including:
- Daily Pass Weekday, Monday through Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM: $56 per adult and $44 per child ages 5-12, military personnel, and seniors 64+.
- After Hours Pass Weekday, Monday through Thursday, 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM: $38 per adult and $32 per child ages 5-12, military personnel, and seniors 64+.
- Daily Pass Weekend, Friday through Sunday, 9 AM to 4 PM: $88 per adult and $64 per child ages 5-12, military personnel, and seniors 64+.
- After Hours Pass Weekend, Friday through Sunday, 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM: $48 per adult and $42 per child ages 5-12, military personnel, and seniors 64+.
- Season passes prices start at $800
- Hatley Pointe also offers snow school lessons for all ages, rental equipment, and more.
Learn more and purchase tickets online.
What to Expect at Hatley Pointe
Before you go, here are a few things to know:
- Children under age 12 can visit with a parent or guardian who is 18+.
- Kids under age four ski free with an adult. Super seniors (70+) ski free.
- Snowboard and ski lessons and equipment rental available onsite (helmets, bibs, boots, skis, poles, and snowboards).
- It’s cold on the mountain! Be sure to dress in warm layers. They have lockers for rent on the property in the lodge.
- Make sure you stay on the trail, check the weather, and follow all safety precautions!
Activities for Non-Skiers + Onsite Dining Options
If you don’t want to hit the slopes, there are several options for other fun.
- Cozy up at one of the resort’s fireplaces and watch your friends ski.
- Grab a meal at Smoke & Timber restaurant or enjoy another onsite dining option like Steeps Coffee & Juicery, Peaks & Pies, Terrace Bistro, The Viewer’s Lounge, or The Pointe food truck.
- Grab a cup of coffee at Steeps.
Where to Eat Near Hatley Pointe (Offsite)
Snowboarding and skiing are great exercises, and you will definitely be hungry when you’re done. We were really thankful that the staff had a number of great suggestions for lunch. The food near Asheville is always delicious, so you definitely should sample it while in the area.
- Blue Mountain Pizza in Weaverville
- Twisted Laurel in Weaverville and Asheville (Greek)
- Papa Nick’s in Mars Hill (Italian)
On the way home, we looped through Asheville to get dessert at the French Broad Chocolate Lounge. This dessert restaurant is so good there’s almost always a line just to get in. They sell a liquid truffle which is a thick version of hot chocolate that you eat with a spoon. They also have cakes, chocolates, ice cream, and more. It’s all really good! The only problem you will have is choosing what to eat.
Kidding Around Mom Review of Hatley Pointe
Kidding Around Mom, Crystal Taylor, here! I recently visited Hatley Pointe and have a few tips to share before you go! Finding the resort is really easy. The staff did a great job of keeping all stairs and paths shoveled, and the check-in process was organized and went quickly. Inside, the resort is luxurious and features a moody-toned interior with a fireplace, comfy chairs, and sofas throughout.
I suggest purchasing your passes and rental equipment online 24-48 hours prior to your visit as they do book up to capacity Friday through Sunday. Once you’re checked in, you’ll get an RFID lift card to keep in your pocket. Be sure it is the only item in your pocket and not with your cell phone!
Once you get to the chair lift, the card in your pocket will automatically scan you in. But don’t get on the chair just yet. Your name will go on the rental queue where you’ll complete waiver forms and then get your gear. The staff was helpful and made the entire process so easy!
A Few More Tips Before You Go:
- The women’s restroom is nice, and there’s a changing table for small children.
- Upstairs, there is a quick-grab cafe with pre-made items such as chicken salad, quesadillas, pork sandwiches, and more. You can also purchase soft drinks, juice, and tea, or bring your own water bottle to use at the refill station.
- There is an outdoor bar with grilled hot dogs and hamburgers for purchase.
- There are multiple outdoor fire pits around the front of the resort.
- The Bunny Slope has an instructor giving lessons on the basics. Lessons are an additional cost.
- There is a “magic carpet” conveyor belt to help skiers and snowboarders get to the top of the hill to practice.
- Some areas have nice fluffy snow, but other areas may be icy and slippery.
- There are a good amount of first responders on the slopes.
- We opted for the afternoon pass (12 PM – 4 PM) to save money. Pricing depends on the day you go. We spent $63 for an afternoon pass and $55 per person (13 and up) for snowboard, boots, and helmet rentals. They will ask you for height, weight, and boot size to figure out what equipment will work for you. They do not offer goggles, so you’ll want to bring your own.
Visiting Hatley Pointe
Check the daily snow report to learn about current snow conditions are in the area. Hours vary, so check the resort website for more details.
Address: 578 Valley View Circle, Mars Hill, NC 28743
Phone Number: 828-689-4111
Website: Hatley Pointe
Are you looking for more fun things to do in Western North Carolina? Check out our Kidding Around Guide to WNC!
Have you taken your kids snowboarding or skiing? Where do you like to go?
This might be fun for very small children if you don’t want much of a slope. The conveyor belt didn’t work. My 9 and 12 year old children didn’t even want to try it. This was the only one not completely booked that day….. there was a reason.