Roundtop Mountain Resort has been a mainstay in Central Pennsylvania for 60 years. The reason for their continued success? Turning their traditionally winter-focused ski resort into a year-round experience for families. When most think of Roundtop Mountain Resort, skiing down the slopes probably comes to mind. Don't be mistaken: Roundtop offers great skiing and snowboarding, but it wants you to know that's not all it offers.
The great thing about Roundtop is that all the experiences actively engage each participant. Nothing at Roundtop is passive, allowing you and the whole family to get outside and enjoy the beauty and adventure only the outdoors can offer.
Play in the Snow
Roundtop will open for the 2025/2026 season on Saturday, December 13, at 8 am. Even if Mother Nature does not cooperate, Roundtop's state-of-the-art snowmaking system ensures snowy slopes with the best snow conditions in the region.
Here are some mountain stats:
- Vertical Drop: 600'
- Trails: 21
- Lifts: 5 chairs, 3 carpets (including tubing), 1 jbar
- Snowmaking Coverage: 100%
- Beginner Terrain 19%, Intermediate Terrain 24%, Advanced Terrain 57%
- Highest Elevation: 1,335'
View the trail maps to plan your perfect day on the slopes.
If you are an experienced skier or snowboarder, head straight for the mountain. Or, build your confidence and have fun on slopes with expert instructors who offer lessons for all skill levels. Be sure to check out Ski Roundtop's Beginner's Guide to Skiing and Snowboarding for tips and advice on how to get started.
Roundtop also offers convenient online equipment rental bookings. The package includes either skis, boots, and poles, or snowboards and SB boots. Helmets are included with each rental.
Lift tickets can be booked online, but are limited during popular holidays. To get the best savings, book 7+ days in advance. Same-day tickets can also be purchased at the resort window, but they may be sold out.
For those who don't ski or snowboard, snow tubing at Roundtop is a fun activity that gives you and the family some outdoor time without requiring a ski pass. There are 10 large tubing lanes serviced by a covered Magic Carpet lift. The slick runs are 800' long and have a vertical drop of 80'. Guests must be 42" or taller to tube. TIP: Tubing tickets sell out and aren't available to purchase on-site. Be sure to purchase online before your visit. Be sure to check the snow tubing hours of operation.
Dining
When you are ready to warm up or need to refuel, Roundtop has several dining options. Cozy up in the Fireside Lounge for a relaxing table-service dining option, where you can enjoy your favorite drinks from the bar in a warm, inviting atmosphere. The Main Lounge Food Court is open all day and provides grab-n-go or sit-and-savor options. The lower level of the Main Lodge also features a coffee shop for a quick snack and a jolt of caffeine to help you re-energize. Mountain View Lodge, located next to the tubing area, is ideal for re-energizing with a quick snack and hot cocoa. The Smokehouse offers on-site smoked food & a unique selection of beers & drinks in a courtyard with outdoor seating & a fire pit to warm you up.
Soak Up the Sun
When the snow starts to melt, Roundtop doesn't slow down. They ramp up for an entire season of summer camps for kids ages 8 to 15. All dates include a FULL WEEK of Outdoor Adventure, where kids can unplug from technology and discover the joys of nature. Activities include Swimming, Paddle Boarding, Canoeing, Kayaking, High and Low Ropes Courses, Rock Climbing, Orienteering, Camp Games, Fishing, Archery, Water Wars, Scavenger Hunts, and more.
Seasonal
Roundtop also features the largest paintball operations in Central Pennsylvania, with 9 fields and a retail shop in a beautiful wooded setting. Fields include a two-story container field, a Western town, a concrete jungle, and a D-D field with an airplane, a car, and a boat. Groups ranging from children's birthday parties (ages 10+ for traditional paintball and 8+ for lower-impact paintball) to bachelor parties can take advantage of this exhilarating good time. A pavilion with a fire pit and grills is also available. The fields are open from early April through mid-November, Monday through Friday, by appointment for groups of 10 or more, and from 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday and Sunday.
