Carving Tracks at Gore Mountain: The Ultimate Adirondack Winter Sports Experience
ADK Talks latest episode features New York’s largest ski resort.

Listen to the latest episode of ADK Talks podcast and learn more about Gore Mountain.
In this episode of the ADK Talks podcast, we have a fascinating conversation with Ian Tomasch from Gore Mountain, New York’s largest ski area. Located in the heart of the Adirondacks in North Creek, NY, Gore Mountain boasts a rich history of catering to skiers, snowboarders, and winter sports enthusiasts in the southern Adirondacks.
Listen to ADK Talks podcast to hear about:
Gore’s origins as the North Creek Ski Bowl
SKI Magazine’s readers’ poll and Gore’s top rankings among eastern U.S. and Canadian ski areas
America’s first organized ski patrol was formed at Gore Mountain
North Creek’s expanding Nordic Center
The webcam’s at Gore’s base area, summit and on Bear Mountain
Making skiing (and snow) in the Adirondacks more sustainable
Staying in North Creek
Summer at Gore Mountain
Plans for roller coaster ziplines to enhance the year-round experience
Where to get the latest news on current snow conditions at Gore Mountain
Using Gore Mountain’s website to plan and make the most of your visit

Gore Mountain, New York’s largest ski center.
Also mentioned in this podcast:
The Alpine Lodge near Gore Mountain
Veteran’s Memorial Highway in Lake Placid
Tupper Lake’s James C. Frenette Park
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