Nevis Range Mountain Resort | Best for Beating the crowds. We have the easiest access to backcountry in Scotland. The landscape is challenging and exciting, and the scenery is dramatic. Best time to go As we rely on prevailing west wind to fill in the snow to the back bowls, February and March are usually better than January. One-day lift pass Adult £30, child￡18.50. Where to hire kit Nevis Range equipment on site, it also hires clothing and backcountry though it's advisable to book in advance. More info nevisrange. co. uk |
Gleneoe Mountain Resort | Best for Steeps. Glencoe has some of the best natural terrain in Scotland and it is great for those who love adventures. Best time to go It can be a little unpredictable so when it snows you have to drop everything and go. One-day lift pass Adult￡30, child￡20 for week days/weekends. Where to hire kit There's a ski/snowboard hire shop in the car on site. Kit cannot be pre-ordered but they have only ever run out once. More info glencoemountain. co. uk |
The Lecht Ski Centre | Best for Families. One of the smaller, quieter resorts, with a magic carpet lift and smaller pistes lower down that are great for kids and beginners. Best time to go Traditionally, January to March——but April has also been good in recent years. Go during the week to beat the crowds, but also on big weekends as it'll be less busy than Cairngorm. One-day lift pass Adult￡23-￡29, child £16-£19. Where to hire kit The hire centre at the ski lodge——items can be reserved online. More info lecht. co. uk. |
Glenshee Ski Centre | Best for Varied skiing and snowboarding. Glenshee's USP is definitely its size——it has the most varied riding avaiable on home soil. Best time to go Keep an eye on the forecasts and the webcams and be prepared to make a last-minute trip when the conditions are looking good(Especially in January). One-day lift pass Adult￡29, child￡19 Where to hire kit The resort has on-site hire; you can book online. more info ski-glenshee. co. uk |