Camelback Mountain Extends Ski Season Into May

Pennsylvania resort aims to be the last one standing in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:37am

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Camelback Mountain in Pennsylvania is extending its ski and snowboard season well into May, defying expectations and becoming the last resort still operating in the Mid-Atlantic region. The mountain has remained open through mid-April, offering five slopes with a base ranging from 24 to 80 inches. Resort officials are planning a Cinco de Mayo party and a 'Ski Beach' event as they aim to stay open as long as possible, though the final date will depend on Mother Nature.

Why it matters

Camelback Mountain's ability to stay open so late in the season is an impressive feat, especially as other ski resorts in the region have already closed for the year. This extended season is drawing skiers and snowboarders from across the Mid-Atlantic, providing a unique spring skiing experience and highlighting Camelback's resilience in the face of warming temperatures.

The details

Camelback Mountain has been open on weekends since mid-April, with five slopes still in operation: Nile Mile, Cliffhanger, Bactrian, Pharaoh, and Sunbowl. The conditions on Nile Mile and Cliffhanger remain in good shape, with a base ranging from 24 to 80 inches. Temperatures have been in the 40s, creating classic spring skiing conditions. The terrain park at Sunbowl has also been active, drawing skiers and snowboarders looking to show off their skills.

  • Camelback Mountain concluded its last full week of operations on April 9, 2026.
  • The 2025-26 season officially became the longest in Camelback's 62-year history.
  • Skiing and snowboarding operations will now shift to Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
  • Camelback is planning a Cinco de Mayo party on May 5, 2026.
  • Camelback will host its first 'Ski Beach' event next weekend.

The players

Jason Bays

Vice President and General Manager of Camelback Mountain Resort.

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What they’re saying

“Many critics thought this would be impossible to accomplish, that it would be too expensive, and that some even thought he was just joking around. He was not joking at all, and midway through April, Camelback Mountain was still operating with five slopes open.”

— Jason Bays, Vice President and General Manager

What’s next

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The takeaway

Camelback Mountain's ability to stay open well into spring, when other regional ski resorts have already closed, demonstrates the resort's resilience and commitment to providing a unique spring skiing experience for its loyal customers.