Mountain Spring Adventures is a small mom-and-pop mountain. While it's not Blue Mountain or…read moreMountain Creek, it's a good spot to try winter sports with fewer crowds. However, conditions and equipment are not top-notch--you get what you pay for. It's an inexpensive option close to King of Prussia and Philadelphia. Parking Parking can be confusing. Arrive early on weekends for a good spot; otherwise, you may have to park farther away and take a shuttle. Parking is free. Rentals My friend and I rented gear here in early February 2023, shortly after my first private snowboarding lesson at Big SNOW. The boots were lace-up (not BOA), helmets were an extra $10, and there were no instructions. At Big SNOW, helmets were free, and staff helped with BOA boots, making a big difference. Snow & Slopes Being closer to Philly means warmer temps; a hoodie sufficed. Snow was decent but limited, and slopes were small. Great for local fun or beginners. Lessons here, I noticed, were mostly group-based, which I wouldn't recommend for adults. Group lessons are cost-effective but lack the hands-on instruction needed to truly learn. After visiting this mountain, I realized I wasn't going to progress safely on my own. This experience taught me that if I truly wanted to learn snowboarding, it was best to continue at Big SNOW, where I could build skills properly. Some areas were icy, and many kids bombed the slopes without supervision. I blew out my knee because a child cut across my path, and as a beginner, I couldn't dodge in time. His mother didn't intervene, leaving me with two options: crash into him or bail and get injured. I chose the latter and haven't returned. Unfortunately, this lack of etiquette is common at smaller mountains. Price Affordable, but if you want a high-quality experience, Blue Mountain or Mountain Creek are worth the higher price--they're expensive for a reason. Food Edible, but think public school lunches. Overall Though I wouldn't return, I'm grateful for the experience because it taught me valuable lessons about how to progress safely in snowboarding. Everyone should form their own opinion, as some may enjoy this mountain for what it offers. If you're just starting out, it can be a good introduction, but for real improvement, I'd recommend Big SNOW.

Is this really five star skiing? No. Are the ski lifts older than my Aunt Janet? (RIP)... yup…read more This is our local mountain. We are very possessive of it. The staff is nice, yet disorganized at times. Here's why it gets five stars. The instructors are amazing. Get your little ones signed up for weekly lessons and they will be up and skiing in a few lessons. The mountain is split into two areas: front and back. The front is set up for beginners. Beginners can progress from a short magic carpet to their first mid-hill very green level run. Then up the ante to a light blue run at the top. The backside is for beginners that can handle the front of the mountain and up to midlevel intermediate skiiers. It has its own, mildly terrifying, chair lift and the only low black level run. There is supposed to be a double black run under the chair lift, but in 15 years, I have never seen it open. This is not a ski mountain on any top 10 skiier bucket list. We don't want it there anyway. It our local hill. Inexpensive. Easily accessible. Plenty of beginner fun.

Took our 10 year old and 13 year old grandkids for one night and it was a fun experience. Beautiful…read moreoutdoor pool and lots of activities like Pickle Ball, Kayaking, Paddle Boats, hiking and more. The hotel is comfortable and service is great. Thinking about going during ski season which the resort is known for. Definitely a fun place to visit.

Doe Mountain which turned into Bear Creek has been in my backyard my whole life. It's nothing to…read morewrite home about, but for the price with today's Epic/IKON monopoly rip-off you can't beat it. It's like old skool pricing. The lodge has lots to offer too especially the Mountain Eatery. Grab a beer and some good eats after burning calories on the slopes. I look forward to every winter and the summer bands and events are awesome as well.

Sadly I didn't take any photos of the food, because it didn't last long on the table! It was…read moreabsolutely delicious, and fairly priced for a "mountain resort" restaurant. Major points for being able to accommodate gluten restrictions. The views at sunset simply can't be beat. Our server was PHENOMENAL. It was a wicked busy night, but by the speed and attentiveness of this server, you would never know it. We felt truly cared for while we dined here.

I wavered between 3 and 4 stars on this one. How you feel about Blue Mountain depends largely on…read morewhat kind of a skier/snowboarder you are. If you're an absolute beginner, it isn't a bad introduction to the world of snow sports. It's a small "mountain" and therefore very beginner friendly. They have a completely closed off area on one side that is entirely for beginners with conveyor lifts, very gentle and short slopes, and a short chairlift. There are also two green trails on the mountain designated as "slow skiing areas," though they might want to police them better as there were still several daredevils blasting by us. The whole process for rentals and lessons is a well-oiled machine and easy to navigate. My 11-year-old son had never been skiing or snowboarding before and was anxious to try. So this seemed like a logical spot to bring him. I had been here plenty of times as a kid in the 90's, but this was my first time back in decades. We came on a Sunday in March and arrived at 7:30. It was already crowded with cars and people at that point but we still got a good parking spot and picking up rental equipment was no problem. My son enjoyed his snowboarding lesson and was loving how quickly he was learning. I bought a lift pass for me + helmet rental, and a beginner package for him (this included snowboard/helmet rental, one hour lesson, and restricted lift ticket). All together this was $293, which seems wildly overpriced for the mountain we were on, especially considering my son was stuck to the beginner area all day unless we upgraded his lift ticket. But I guess this price is common in the skiing industry these days, and I hate to think what the big mountains out west are charging. If you're an experienced skier/snowboarder and live close by, it's probably not a bad place to get in a quick fix. As an experienced skier myself, it was a pleasant day on the slopes, but got a little boring after awhile. If I'm going to pay an arm and a leg, fight hordes of people all day, and drive for a few hours to get there, I'd rather do so on a bigger and more challenging mountain.

This place is a small charming place with lot to offer . The food and service are the best and it's…read morevery calming atmosphere to enjoy a evening out or first date. We enjoy ourselves evertime we're there . I'm a very picky eater and evening I've had so far was very good . Here's how good this place is . I live in Hereford PA and I travel a little over an hour to go eat . If you don't believe me just try it one time and you to will be hooked .

Over the years on several occasions I have had the good blessing thru the AMC to stay here with our…read moreIce Climbing group. Eclectic affordable Bunk Room type lodging for a skiing family or outdoor enthusiast. Yes a bit outdated in decor but full of New Hampshire charm. Our hostesses Barbra was very gracious in every way to accommodate our family's needs. Bathrooms were tidy with hot showers and there was plenty of space to place our food cooler. In the AM a traditional Bacon and egg breakfast was served. The downstairs gear room is an asset for storage and parking was plentiful enough considering the large number of skiers that weekend.

Hitting the slopes! without actually hitting the slopes…read more Big Snow American Dream is such a cool, unique spot. Definitely one of the most fun things you can do year-round in New Jersey! It's wild walking into the American Dream mall and suddenly stepping into a real indoor snow park with actual snow, lifts, and multiple slopes. Perfect for scratching that ski/snowboard itch when it's 90 degrees outside or just getting some practice in during the off-season. The snow felt legit (cold and grippy), the terrain park features were fun and progressive for all levels, and the staff was helpful with rentals and getting everyone set up. We did a couple of hours and it was plenty of time to get solid runs in, work on technique, and hit some jumps and rails without the usual outdoor crowds or icy conditions. Great for beginners and families. There is also snow tubing which was really fun! If you wanna practice skiing or snowboarding but are still a bit iffy on going on an actual mountain, this can be a great option for you to get started.

I went here during the long weekend in January with a few friends for the first time not expecting…read moremuch. It was my first time skiing or snowboarding but I was fortunate to have a friend with me that can teach me how to snowboard. I think at base price the day pass only provides 2 hours on the slopes which is not a lot of time, I don't think I would pay full price out of pocket. There was a Groupon offer at the time that significantly reduced the price of my visit and at the price point I would encourage going. While there isn't anyone there to actively teach you how to ski or snowboard, the fake snow is quite soft making it a good place to learn. However the slopes aren't too steep and it's hard to gain speed so if you are someone experienced not sure if I would recommend this visit. Staff is incredibly nice at helping you fit into your snowboard or ski or grab rentals with the all inclusive day pass. The lines can get long so I would say in a 2 hour period we were able to get on the lift about 7-8 times. But I had a fine time during my visit here. I think it's a great place to start your ski and snowboard journey, fall at ton but safely on soft snow to break the initial fear of trying something new. However would probably not come again.

Great place very accommodating goes out of their way to service you my favorite ski shopread more

My wife and I bought ski boots today. The lady helping us was very knowledgeable and patient. We…read morechose this store because of its glowing reviews even though it's not the closest. We'll be repeat customers.

Awesome trip! This is my second year with this crew. Very organized and efficient! Tom is great!…read more Thanks for having Frank and I! We loved our room, breakfast daily, and the snow was incredible when it finally arrived. Will do again!

Tom is extremely knowledgeable about the amenities and the mountain. His prices are extremely…read morecompetitive and he has always answered any question or concern I have had promptly. Highly recommended, you won't regret it.

I took OvRride when going up to Hunter for snowboarding. Let's start with what went well: the staff…read moreare extremely friendly. Everyone is so kind, bringing you waters, beers, and snacks. The trip goes by relatively smooth. The only problem I had was with the bus capacity. They had overbooked the bus by at least 8 or so folks. Because of this, the overbooked people had to be dropped off at another bus while standing in the aisle space. It did create some delays, but the staff handled it well and apologized profusely. Overall, good experience and the pricing was solid.

We took OvRride's snow bus to Belleayre and unfortunately had a very frustrating experience…read more Our group boarded at 42nd Street in Manhattan and sat in the last few rows near the restroom. The restroom door did not latch properly and kept slamming loudly with the motion of the bus. This issue was present on the ride to Belleayre as well, though it was more tolerable at the time. However, on the three-hour return trip--after a long day of skiing--it became unbearable, as many passengers were trying to rest and the constant banging made it impossible to sleep. I notified a staff member, who came to the back and pulled out a dirty rope from under the last-row corner seat to tie the door shut. While this reduced the noise slightly, the rope was loose and visibly dirty. Every time someone used the restroom, they removed the rope and left it on the floor, so the door would start slamming again. I had to repeatedly get up, retrieve the rope from under the seat, and secure the door myself. This happened multiple times, and we didn't get any rest the entire ride back. The fact that a rope was being used suggests this is not a new issue. The restroom also had no water or hand sanitizer available. For a three-hour bus ride, basic maintenance and functional facilities should be standard. Unfortunately, this experience makes us unlikely to use this service again.