One of the best ways to enjoy winter in Pennsylvania is to hit the slopes. If you live in Allentown, there are several excellent ski resorts nearby where you can hone your downhill or cross country skills. Check out these two awesome ski areas near Allentown.

1. Bear Creek Mountain Resort

Less than 10 miles south of Allentown, Bear Creek Mountain Resort in Macungie, Pennsylvania offers family-friendly winter fun. Whether you want to ski or go snowboarding, Bear Creek has 21 trails with terrain to accommodate all skill levels. At the on-site snow sports school, people of all ages can learn the basics of skiing and snowboarding. There are also private lessons for advanced skiers and snowboarders. For those who may not want to ski, there’s snow tubing, a fun and thrilling way to zip down snow-covered hills.

If you want to go for a weekend trip, Bear Creek has comfortable accommodations. In addition to a lodge, the resort has a spa, two restaurants, and a hotel.

2. Blue Mountain Resort

Located in Palmerton 18 miles north of Allentown, Blue Mountain Resort is in Palmerton, Pennsylvania. What sets Blue Mountain apart is its vertical drop. At 1,082 feet, it’s the highest in the state. By the numbers, Blue Mountain has 21 tubing lanes, 39 ski trails, 16 lifts, and six terrain parks. There’s no shortage of space, making this a great place to visit anytime during the winter.

Between Bear Creek and Blue Mountain, residents of Allentown, Pennsylvania, have two great places where they can ski or enjoy other winter activities.

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