Blue Knob is an Indy Pass ski area in Pennsylvania: 43 trails, 1,072 ft vertical, 100 acres.
Base to summit 2,074 to 3,146 ft · 1,072 ft vertical
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Why skiers choose Blue Knob
Blue Knob sits in Pennsylvania with 1,072 ft of vertical drop, 43 trails, and 100 lift-served acres. Blue Knob is well-suited to intermediate skiers, with 41% of trails in that range.
The mountain averages 120" of snowfall per season and uses snowmaking to help hold coverage. Lift tickets start around $95; day-of pricing varies. Blue Knob is an Indy Pass mountain.
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Our model predicts crowd pressure for a typical week here: who this mountain draws, how its lifts absorb a rush, and how each day loads it. It is a prediction, not a turnstile count. Snow in the forecast pushes any of these days up.
Weekend crowds exist but behave. Midweek is close to private.
Get the crowd forecast for your exact ski dayYes. Blue Knob is an Indy Pass mountain. Pass holders can ski here as part of their pass benefits. Check the current pass terms for any blackout dates or restrictions.
Blue Knob has 43 trails covering 100 lift-served acres with 1,072 feet of vertical drop. The terrain breakdown is roughly 15% beginner, 41% intermediate, and 26% advanced or expert.
Blue Knob is not an ideal mountain for beginners. Only about 15% of the terrain is beginner-rated, and the mountain skews toward more experienced skiers.
Day ticket prices at Blue Knob start at approximately $95, though window rates vary by date and demand. Indy Pass holders ski here as part of their pass.
Blue Knob averages approximately 120 inches of snowfall per season. The mountain uses snowmaking to help hold coverage and extend the season. Snowmaking matters more during lighter snow years.
January and February are typically peak season at Blue Knob when snowpack is deepest and conditions are most consistent. December is hit or miss. The base needs time to build. Midweek visits are almost always less crowded than weekends, especially when pass holders fill the mountain on Saturdays and holidays.
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*Day ticket prices are approximate and vary by date, demand, age, and promotions. Always confirm pricing directly with Blue Knob before purchasing.