Linley Taber

If you are a skier (or snowboarder) there is no better way to tackle the winter time blues than getting out to the slopes. Terrain across the northeast has been blessed with early season snowfall—with many resorts ranging from Bellerye to Killington opening up trails even before December.   With a handful of the resorts within hours of the city, you can already enjoy powdery conditions comparable with what you’d get out west for now. But don’t fret, you still embrace the icy conditions the east coast (or colloquially referred to as ice coast) that resorts across the eastern seaboard are known for.  If you’re looking to get out for the day or the weekend, here are our expert recommendations:  RECOMMENDED: The best Airbnbs near NYC with snowy viewsThe best Airbnbs for ski getaways from NYC The coziest Airbnbs near NYC This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.