If you are a fan of winter sports, then this is the time of year for you. I've never actually learned how to ski or snowboard, but I would absolutely love to. The furthest extent I have is sledding. Here I am; though, living in the Hudson Valley, with all of these incredible mountains surrounding me, yet I have never learned how to ski or snowboard. It is almost embarrassing.

For those of you who are winter sport aficionados, or if you're like me and are looking for the best place to learn, then I would recommend checking out any of these ski resorts in and near the Hudson Valley. These 8 ski resorts are the highest rated locations out of a 5-star rating system according to Yelp, with no less than 20 reviews. Start packing those snow shows, parkas, and more because your next winter weekend getaway can be found right here.

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These 8 ski resorts are the highest rated locations in and around the Hudson Valley according to Yelp, with no less than 20 reviews. Start packing those snow shows, parkas, and more because your next winter weekend getaway can be found right here.

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