I would not consider going to whiteface unless you can do black diamonds, because this mountain is 95% hard terrain, and their black diamonds are like double blacks where i live (jiminy peak, windham mountain). i personally can ski black diamonds very well, but i also enjoy blues and greens. Lower Cloudspin is certainly not the place you want to be if your in the mood for a blue. Lower cloudspin isnt that all steep, but its extremley bumpy to the point that it would be a black. Most trails at whiteface are rediciously icy, windy, hard(like mentioned) and the signs that point out the trails (ones that you find on a nearby tree) are labled weird. Service is great! i have came across nice people while buying my lift ticket, and renting my helmet. it was crowded, however they are able to keep the lines at the lifts moving very fast. I personally will never go back to whiteface, Not worth the long ride, and Not worth spending $70 on a lift ticket.

Just got back from a holiday skiing at Whiteface and I was very impressed!

It was my first time skiing in America and Whiteface was a really great place to ski for a beginner and intermediate skiier - even though it has a good rep for more advanced skiiers too. I felt like there was more than enough to keep me occupied on blues and greens for a week, whilst my boyfriend was occupied on the harder trails. The trails can be tough at times - but the challenge is half the fun.

I did not experience any ice patches and felt that the mountain was kept in great shape with snow machines and grooming.

The staff were really friendly too - they were really patient and helpful with my tons of questions. And I had 3 private ski classes that were worth their weight in gold. My confidence and skill really improved - thanks Kevin B!

Another added bonus was that there were no crowds so you almost had the slopes to yourself and not too expensive, especially in comparison to Europe. Lake Placid and the surrounding areas have lots on offer: the olympic sites, ice skating, bob-sleding (which are included free in the 3 day ski pass), lots of restaurants, gift shops etc.

Whilst we were in America we decided to do a day at Camel Back in the Poconos too (en route to NYC). My advice would be to stay away! The skiiers were so rude there, it was stupid busy, the trails were boring and very icy-not well kept at all! I would be disappointed if I had booked a weeks holiday there but it could be ok for a day out.

Whiteface was amazing and I would love to go back again - its views were stunning, staff friendly, and I would definitly recommend it!

Its mainly focused on the Black Diamonds. This is good for me. These are some of the best black diamonds I have ever skied on. Mountain Run is awesome, and I am going to do Wilderness one of these days. Of course, it is not just black diamonds. Does the terrain here have downsides? Well, yes it does. The trail rating system is not the best trail rating system ever. Some of the greens should be blues, and there are certain blues (Draper's Drop and Lower Cloudspin in particular) that should be blacks. Some people say that Whiteface should also be called "Iceface". I disagree. The conditions here are just like conditions and any mountain. This mountain also has good service. The crowds are OK. I've seen days when the gondola is the least crowded lift, while on other days it is a 10 minute wait. There are great activities besides skiing, including Ice Skating, Bobsledding, and other stuff. Overall, this good mountain should not be missed by any advanced skier.