Laurel Mountain
United States, Pennsylvania
Laurel Mountain
LocationUnited States, Pennsylvania
RegionPennsylvania
TypeState Park
Coordinates40.1500°, -79.2500°
Established1964
Area1.99
Nearest CityLigonier (6 mi)
Major CityPittsburgh (44 mi)
About Laurel Mountain
A historic ski area at nearly 3,000 feet elevation, once known as the Ski Capital of Pennsylvania. Opened in 1939 by General Richard K. Mellon, it features Pennsylvania's steepest slope (Lower Wildcat) and highest vertical drop on Laurel Ridge at 761 feet. Summer hiking includes Beam Rocks Trail and access to Wolf Rocks.