In an unprecedented turn of events for the Mid-Atlantic region, Camelback Mountain is currently holding the title for the longest ski season in Pennsylvania history. According to reporting from SnowBrains, the resort is successfully pushing its 2025–26 season into May, a feat previously unseen in the state.
As of the first weekend in May, the resort has consolidated its operations to the double-black-diamond Cliffhanger trail. Despite experiencing mid-50s temperatures and intermittent spring rain showers, resort management reports that the snowpack remains sufficient to keep the lifts spinning for diehard enthusiasts.
Jason Bays, Vice President and General Manager of Camelback Mountain, confirmed via social media that the resort will host a special Cinco de Mayo party on Tuesday, May 5. The festivities, which run from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., will include traditional offerings like tacos and tequila alongside the spring skiing experience.
Looking beyond the Cinco de Mayo event, the resort’s schedule remains fluid. Bays noted that there is an approximate 40% chance of extending operations through the following weekend, specifically May 8, 9, and 10. Management is actively performing snow maintenance to preserve the surface, though the final decision will hinge entirely on upcoming weather patterns and snow conditions.
Camelback is not alone in its late-season push. Across the Eastern U.S., a select group of resorts including Jay Peak, Killington, and Black Mountain are maintaining operations as the industry enters the final stretch of the season. For Pennsylvania, however, Camelback stands alone as the only resort in the state still welcoming skiers and riders.
