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North Creek Today
By the People, for the People
Nearly 70 Skiers Stranded for Hours After Gondola Malfunction at New York Resort
Rescue teams evacuated the guests without any injuries after the lift stopped due to a mechanical issue.
Published on Feb. 7, 2026
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More than five dozen winter adventurers had an unexpected experience at Gore Mountain ski resort in New York when a gondola malfunction left nearly 70 skiers stuck in midair for hours. The gondola stopped due to a mechanical alignment issue that triggered a safety sensor, bringing the lift to an automatic halt. Trained mountain operations and ski patrol teams assisted in evacuating all 67 guests from roughly 20 cabins, completing the rescue before 2 p.m. after the call for help came in shortly after 9 a.m.
Why it matters
Gondola malfunctions at ski resorts can pose significant safety risks and disrupt the winter recreation experience for guests. This incident highlights the importance of proper maintenance, safety protocols, and emergency response preparedness at popular alpine destinations.
The details
The gondola stopped due to a mechanical alignment issue that triggered a safety sensor, bringing the lift to an automatic halt. Trained mountain operations and ski patrol teams assisted in evacuating all 67 guests from roughly 20 cabins, completing the rescue before 2 p.m. after the call for help came in shortly after 9 a.m. Officials said some of the responding forest rangers had completed gondola evacuation training at Gore Mountain last fall, helping crews safely carry out the rescue.
- The call for assistance was made shortly after 9 a.m. on February 7, 2026.
- The evacuation was completed before 2 p.m. on February 7, 2026, leaving skiers stranded for nearly five hours.
- The gondola returned to normal operations on the morning of February 8, 2026.
The players
Gore Mountain
A popular alpine skiing and snowboarding destination in the Adirondacks region of New York.
Olympic Regional Development Authority
The organization that oversees operations at Gore Mountain ski resort.
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
The state agency that provided information about the gondola malfunction and evacuation.
What’s next
The resort has completed all safety checks and returned the Northwoods Gondola to normal operations.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the importance of robust safety protocols and emergency response preparedness at ski resorts, where mechanical failures can put guests at risk and disrupt the winter recreation experience. The successful evacuation by trained teams highlights the value of proactive training and coordination to mitigate the impact of such unexpected events.
