What Gore Mountain does

Gore Mountain is the largest ski resort in New York State, operated by the Olympic Regional Development Authority (ORDA), a New York State public benefit corporation. The resort spans 453 skiable acres across four interconnected peaks (Gore, Bear, Burnt Ridge, and Little Gore Mountains) served by 14 lifts including the 8-passenger Northwoods Gondola, multiple high-speed quads, and the recently opened Hudson Chair. Beyond alpine skiing and snowboarding, Gore offers a 4K cross-country trail network, six terrain parks, equipment rentals (Rossignol, Burton), professional instruction, and tuning/repair services. Year-round operations extend to scenic skyrides, hiking, mountain biking, disc golf, Climb N' Challenge, weddings, and events at the North Creek Ski Bowl.

The resort's underlying technology stack is operational and IoT-oriented rather than AI-driven: RFID-enabled SKI3 Cards provide direct-to-lift access, automated high-efficiency snowmaking covers 97% of terrain with real-time weather response, a 14,589-panel solar array produces up to 5.5 MW offsetting approximately 41% of energy use, and PistenBully E+ hybrid groomers combine diesel and electric power. Gore Mountain has accumulated multiple sustainability awards (Golden Eagle Award, three NSAA Silver Eagle Awards, DEC Environmental Excellence Award) and consecutive NSAA Best Overall Safety Program recognition in 2020 and 2022.

Revenue is generated through a diversified mix of unit-priced consumer transactions: lift tickets and multi-day packages ($20-$450), season passes (with cross-resort perks at ORDA's Whiteface and Belleayre), equipment rentals, lessons, tuning/repair ($40-$100), six on-mountain dining venues, retail shops, group sales (20+ guests, every 21st ticket complimentary), and event hosting including weddings at the Tannery Banquet Hall and mountaintop gondola ceremonies. Distribution is direct-to-consumer via on-site ticket offices, the goremountain.com e-commerce platform, and a dedicated group sales coordinator.

Name

Gore Mountain

Legal name

Gore Mountain

Website

https://goremountain.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Gore Mountain is New York's largest ski resort (453 acres, 108 trails, 14 lifts), operated by the Olympic Regional Development Authority and serving recreational skiers, snowboarders, groups, and wedding clients with year-round mountain recreation across four Adirondack peaks.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ski Resort Operations and Outdoor Recreation

NAICS

Skiing Facilities (71392), Skiing Facilities (713920), Recreational Goods Rental (532284)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Integrated Ski & Mountain Resorts (Lift-Served Skiing/Riding) (THAAAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Winter Adventure & Mountain Resorts (Ski, Snowboard, Snow Activities) (THAAAAAK)

Keywords

• Ski resort operations
• Winter recreation services
• Mountain hospitality dining
• Ski snowboard rentals
• Outdoor adventure tourism

Headquarters

HQ city

North Creek

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Lift Tickets and Season Passes: Core revenue from lift tickets (daily, multi-day) and season passes. RFID-enabled SKI3 Cards provide direct-to-lift access. Season passes offer unlimited skiing with perks at partner resorts (Whiteface, Belleayre).
2. Equipment Rentals: Rossignol ski and Burton snowboard rentals with helmets included. High-performance demo packages available. Multi-day rental pricing with free overnight checks for demos.
3. Food and Beverage: Multiple dining venues including Tannery Restaurant (full-service), Base Lodge Food Court (grab-and-go), Saddle Lodge, Open Pit Grille, Waffle Cabin, and Timber & Thyme at The Station. Season pass holders receive 10% discount at most locations.
4. Retail Shop: Outerwear, gear, accessories, souvenirs from brands including Karbon, Obermeyer, Smith, Flylow, Bolle, Helly Hansen, Skida, Camelbak. Season pass holders save 10% on retail purchases.
5. Group Sales and Events: Group trips for 20+ guests at discounted rates. Weddings and private events at Tannery Banquet Hall and mountaintop ceremonies via gondola. Corporate outings and family gatherings.
6. Summer Activities: Scenic skyrides, hiking trails, Climb N' Challenge, mountain biking, disc golf. Seasonal operations July through early October.
7. Tuning and Repair Services: Equipment tuning from $40-$100, binding tests, mounts, and repairs. Season pass holders receive 10% discount.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Gore Mountain operates New York's largest ski resort, providing lift-served alpine skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snow tubing, and snowshoeing across 453 skiable acres served by 14 lifts including an 8-passenger gondola. The resort also delivers equipment rentals, professional instruction, terrain parks, multiple on-mountain dining venues, retail shops, and ski tuning/repair services. In summer and fall, it offers scenic sky rides, hiking, mountain biking, disc golf, and adventure attractions, complemented by group, wedding, and corporate event hosting.

Product overview

Gore Mountain is New York State's largest ski resort, operated by the Olympic Regional Development Authority (ORDA). The resort spans 453 skiable acres across four peaks with 108 alpine trails and 7 Nordic loops, served by 14 lifts including an 8-passenger Northwoods Gondola, multiple high-speed quads, and the new Hudson Chair at the North Creek Ski Bowl. The product portfolio centers on winter recreation (skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing) supported by equipment rentals (Rossignol, Burton), professional instruction, and terrain parks. Summer operations include scenic skyrides, hiking, mountain biking, and Climb N' Challenge adventure attractions. On-mountain dining spans the Tannery Restaurant, Base Lodge Food Court, Saddle Lodge, Waffle Cabin, Open Pit Grille, and Timber & Thyme at The Station. Additional services include retail shops, tuning/repair, group trip planning, and wedding/event hosting.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ski & Snowboard Lift System 14 lifts (gondolas, high-speed quads, fixed-grip quads, triples, surface lifts) providing access to 108 trails, 453 skiable acres, and a 2,537 ft vertical drop across four peaks, sold via daily and multi-day lift tickets and season passes.
• Season Passes Multi-tier annual pass providing unlimited skiing at Gore Mountain with reciprocal perks (10% discounts on retail and dining at most on-mountain locations; partner perks across ORDA's Whiteface and Belleayre resorts), purchased via RFID-enabled reloadable SKI3 Cards.
• Ski & Snowboard Rentals Rossignol ski and Burton snowboard rental packages (1-day through 5-day), including high-performance demo options and Burton Step-On binding demos, with helmets included for full packages.
• Snow Sports Lessons & Programs Group lessons for children and adults, private lessons, adaptive lessons, and season-long programs (Six-Week, Adult Midweek, Weekend Warrior, Instructor & Patrol In Training) taught by professional instructors.
• Learn to Ski/Ride Packages Beginner bundle combining a 2-hour group lesson, Lower Mountain Ticket, and equipment rental package, offered daily with advance reservations.
• Terrain Parks Six freestyle areas with progressive features for beginners through FIS competition features on Wild Air and Pot Luck.
• Nordic Center 4-km cross-country ski and snowshoe trail network with grooming, track sets, and lights at the North Creek Ski Bowl, included with valid lift ticket or season pass.
• Scenic Skyrides Hudson Chair scenic skyrides operating 10am-5pm during summer/fall season, providing panoramic Adirondack views.
• Hiking Trails 14+ mile network of trails from interpretive loops to challenging treks to scenic vistas, free for season pass holders.
• Climb N' Challenge Adventure attraction at the North Creek Ski Bowl operating 10am-5pm with structured climbing course.
• Mountain Biking Downhill mountain biking with over 1,700 vertical feet of intermediate to expert-rated trails, plus Airbatter Woods disc golf course.
• The Station New lodge at the North Creek Ski Bowl with seating, retail shop, lockers, grab-and-go food, and Timber & Thyme full-service restaurant and bar, open year-round.
• Tannery Restaurant & Banquet Hall Full-service slopeside restaurant with two dining rooms, large outdoor deck, and banquet facility serving hot deli sandwiches, burgers, pub favorites, soups, salads, and desserts, also hosting wedding receptions.
• Base Lodge Food Court Grab-and-go station serving hot breakfast items and lunch including pizza, breakfast burritos, hot soups, paninis, salads, and beverages.
• Timber & Thyme Restaurant Full-service restaurant and bar at The Station serving inspired comfort food with locally sourced ingredients, open for lunch and dinner.
• Waffle Cabin Sweet waffles with chocolate drizzle, bottled beverages, and hot drinks located near the sundeck in the Base Area.
• Saddle Lodge Mid-mountain lodge with two levels of seating and views of the Adirondack High Peaks, serving breakfast and lunch including tacos, quesadillas, and chili.
• Open Pit Grille Slopeside grill serving burgers, wings, pizza, and casual fare.
• Retail Shop (Base Lodge) Outerwear, gear, accessories, hats, clothing, and souvenirs from brands including Karbon, Obermeyer, Smith, Flylow, Bolle, Helly Hansen, Skida, and Camelbak.
• Trailside Outfitters Retail shop at The Station offering hats, clothing, souvenirs, and accessories from premium outdoor brands.
• Tuning & Repair Services Equipment tuning from quick edge ($40) to premier tune ($100), plus binding torque tests, mounts, remounts, and base repairs performed in the Rental Shop.
• Group Trip Planning Group rates for 20+ guests including discounted lift tickets, equipment rentals, lessons, and boxed meal options for winter and summer groups, coordinated by a dedicated group sales department.
• Wedding Services Mountaintop ceremonies via gondola with panoramic views, micro weddings, and Tannery Banquet Hall receptions with customizable catering menus from casual BBQ to elevated carving stations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 41% of annual electricity offset by solar
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• National GridcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 January 2024National Grid provided over $1 million in incentives to Gore Mountain for energy-efficient snowmaking equipment. Partnership enables installation of 136 tower-mounted snow guns producing over 190 acre-feet of snow annually while conserving 2.1 million kilowatt-hours of electricity each year.
• Olympic Regional Development Authority (ORDA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerORDA manages Gore Mountain along with Whiteface, Belleayre, and Olympic venues in Lake Placid. Season pass holders receive perks across all ORDA resorts.
• Town of JohnsburgcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for North Creek Ski Bowl redevelopment project including new lodge, Hudson Chair quad replacement, and summer attraction. Project aims to provide year-round boost to North Creek business community.
• State of New YorkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState funding and support for Ski Bowl project and ongoing resort operations as a New York State recreation facility.
• Polar BeveragesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial sponsor providing beverages for on-mountain dining and retail locations.
• New Belgium BrewingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial sponsor providing craft beer for on-mountain dining venues.
• Adirondack BeveragesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial sponsor providing beverages for on-mountain locations.
• Athletic Brewing Co.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerNon-alcoholic craft beer sponsor for health-conscious consumers.
• Montefiore EinsteinminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHealthcare partner sponsor.
• ChevroletminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAutomotive sponsor for the resort.
• AriensminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEquipment sponsor providing snow-related machinery and tools.
• L.L.BeanminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOutdoor apparel and gear sponsor.
• Nine Pin Cider WorksminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal cider partner for on-mountain dining.
• Ellis CoffeeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCoffee vendor for on-mountain dining locations.
• Saratoga EagleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBeverage sponsor for the resort.
• Rain WaterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWater brand sponsor for on-mountain locations.
• Whiteface MountainminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorORDA sister resort; season pass perks valid at both Gore and Whiteface.
• Belleayre MountainminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorORDA sister resort; season pass perks valid at Gore, Whiteface, and Belleayre.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves16 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Killington Resort: Largest ski resort in Eastern U.S. (Vermont), operated by POWDR. Comparable as a multi-peak, lift-served ski destination competing for Northeast regional skiers and offering similar terrain park, F&B, and group sales ecosystems.
• Stowe Mountain Resort: Premier Vermont destination ski resort (Vail Resorts). Comparable on ski operations scale, multiple peaks, gondola infrastructure, and full-service on-mountain dining and lodging offerings — directly competes for the same Northeast skier.
• Stratton Mountain Resort: Southern Vermont ski resort offering lift-served skiing, ski school, and full-service on-mountain dining similar to Gore — competing in the same New York/New England drive market.
• Mount Snow: Vermont ski resort (Vail Resorts) with comparable trail count, ski school, terrain parks, and lift-served skiing product targeting the Southern New England/NY market — overlapping customer base with Gore.
• Loon Mountain Resort: New Hampshire ski resort with comparable trail count, lift infrastructure, ski school, and F&B venues — competing in the Eastern U.S. regional ski market alongside Gore.
• Sunday River: Maine ski resort (Boyne Resorts) with comparable trail network size and multi-peak lift-served skiing, competing in the broader New England destination ski market.
• Whiteface Mountain: Sister resort also operated by ORDA in Lake Placid, NY. Gore season pass holders receive reciprocal perks at Whiteface, and both share state funding, sustainability initiatives, and pass infrastructure — making them the most directly comparable peer.
• Belleayre Mountain: Third ORDA-operated ski resort in the Catskills. Share the cross-resort season pass and centralized management with Gore, providing direct operational and pricing comparability, though smaller in scale.
• Sugarbush Resort: Two-peak Vermont ski resort offering similar lift-served alpine skiing, multi-venue F&B, terrain parks, and seasonal events — directly competing for Eastern U.S. destination skier wallet share.

Emerging players

• Smugglers' Notch Resort: Family-oriented Vermont ski resort offering lift-served skiing, ski school programs, and on-mountain lodging/cabins. Comparable on beginner/family positioning and learn-to-ski packages, though smaller in scale and privately held.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/goremountain
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/goreskiresort
• Facebookfacebook.com/GoreMountain
• Instagraminstagram.com/goremountain
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gore-mountain

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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