Beech Mountain Coverage

Romantic escapes in North Carolina for a weekend getaway

Enjoy a relaxing getaway in the mountains or a romantic weekend in the city at one of these luxury escapes in North Carolina.

Delaney Eyermann, WRAL multiplatform producer

How ski resorts are adapting to climate change

As winter temperatures warm, ski resorts are investing in high-efficiency snowmaking technology that can create higher volumes of snow in warmer weather. Business models are also changing, as resorts promote year-round mountain activities.

Liz McLaughlin, WRAL Climate Change Reporter

NC ski resorts adapt to changing climate

Ski resorts in North Carolina are seeing less snow as the climate changes, but technology and year-round options keep the visitors coming.

Beech Mountain vs. Sugar Mountain: Comparing NC's ski resorts

Thinking about taking a ski trip this winter in North Carolina? Here's how Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain compare.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Tar Heel Traveler: Sledding Hill

Wintertime, snow in the mountains and people from all over love to go sledding on the highest sled run east of the Mississippi. Sledding Hill is at Beech Mountain and a snowy magnet for kids and families.

What to do at a ski resort if you don't ski

Here are alternative ways to enjoy a ski resort without actually skiing.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Skiing down Beech Mountain's Upper Shawneehaw trail

WRAL senior multiplatform producer Mark Bergin skied down Beech Mountain's Upper Shawneehaw trail. It is a blue slope, meaning it is considered medium difficulty.

Here's when every North Carolina ski resort plans to open for the 2023-24 season

Wondering when you can go skiing in North Carolina? Look no further.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Land of Oz celebrates 30 years, opens ticket sales for three weekends only

Click your heels three times and make a wish - it's almost time to go back to the Land of Oz! Tickets are on sale now for North Carolina's Land of Oz theme park, which reopens for three weekends in September.

Heather Leah, WRAL multiplatform producer

NC's famed 'Wizard of Oz' theme park to reopen in fall

If you follow the yellow brick road to Beech Mountain, it will take you to the Autumn Oz Festival in Beech Mountain, North Carolina!

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Skiers, snowboarders test the slopes at the Beech Mountain Ski Resort

In December 2022, skiers and snowboarders test the slopes at the Beech Mountain Ski Resort.

Beech Mountain Resort to close slopes Friday and on Christmas Eve

The Beech Mountain Ski Resort is closing its slopes Friday and Saturday due to forecasted cold temperatures and high winds.

High winds, bitter cold cancel WRAL Nights of Lights, other outdoor activities

WRAL Nights of Lights, the drive-through holiday lights experience at Raleigh's Dorothea Dix Park, will be canceled on Friday night, Dec. 23, due to wind damage along the route and the forecast for high winds and bitter cold.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Land of Oz opens ticket sales for 'Wizard of Oz Festival' in September

Click your heels three times and make a wish - it's almost time to go back to the Land of Oz! Tickets are on sale now for North Carolina's Land of Oz theme park, which reopens for three weekends in September.

Heather Leah, WRAL multiplatform producer

People injured when pipe bursts at NC ski resort

Two people were hospitalized after multiple skiers on Beech Mountain were sprayed with freezing cold water on Friday.

WCNC Charlotte

Hit the slopes with our NC Ski resort guide

Are you looking for the best places to ski in North Carolina? We have a list of resorts and skiing options in the state.

Kathy Hanrahan, WRAL lifestyle editor

Dentist killed in skiing accident on Beech Mountain

A dentist from Tennessee was killed in a skiing accident at Beech Mountain Ski Resort on Wednesday.

WCNC News

NC mountain resorts making snow

Beech Mountain was one of the many places at the NC mountains that were making snow participants to enjoy.

Here are the dates when you can visit Dorothy at NC's Land of Oz theme park

If you want to make the trip to the Land of Oz, it's time to mark your calendar. The 1970s-era theme park in the North Carolina mountains will open on select dates for a "Journey with Dorothy."

Several inches of snow expected in NC mountains this week

Western North Carolina will see snow this week, according to WRAL meteorologist Elizabeth Gardner.

Elizabeth Gardner, WRAL meteorologist

Land of Oz takes fans, children on 'Journey with Dorothy'

A winding stretch of mountain road leads drivers up Beech Mountain. It is neither yellow nor made of brick, yet it leads you to the Land of OZ.

Richard Adkins, WRAL photojournalist

Fred's Backside Deli offers warm food on chilly Beech Mountain

Fred's Backside Deli is located downstairs from Fred's General Mercantile Store, which will celebrate its 40th year in business next month.

N.C. Mountains Week: Five days of family fun in Beech Mountain, Boone, Blowing Rock

From fishing and canoeing to gem mining and swimming near a waterfall, here are a few family fun activities in the North Carolina mountains.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Ready for a family vacation? NC mountains town lines up June deals, activities for families

If you're hoping to escape the summer heat - Beech Mountain might be the place to go. At an elevation of 5,506 feet, you'll typically find not-so-sweltering temperatures and low humidity.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor