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 GREEK PEAK        STAY


 MOUNTAIN RESORT

 S  now-covered peaks. Cozy fireplaces. Warmly-dressed skiers hitting the   HOPE LAKE LODGE AT




                    GREEK PEAK MOUNTAIN RESORT
 slopes. These are the images that typically come to mind when one thinks
 of a classic mountain resort. At Greek Peak Mountain Resort, there is no
 “off season.” Situated on more than 7,000 acres of state-protected forests
 in Virgil, just minutes from Interstate I-81, and 10 minutes south of Downtown
 Cortland, the resort packs a big, family-friendly adventure.


 CORTLAND COUNTY’S WINTER WONDERLAND
 Central and Upstate New York’s largest ski resort was founded in 1958 and offers
 day and night skiing seven days a week from late December until mid March. The
 mountain sports 56 trails, six aerial lifts, two surface lifts, and terrain parks. Some
 recent additions to the facility include a new quad chairlift, new ski and board equipment
 in the rental shop, and state-of-the art ski and board tuning facility.  Greek Peak
 also has a great beginner area and offers lessons for all ages and every level of skier
 and boarder.

 The Greek Peak Nordic Center boasts over 15 miles of gorgeous trails that are open
 to cross country skiers and snowshoers of all abilities. And, the ten-lane snow-tubing
 center has a lift to get you back to the top of the hill!
 EXPERIENCE GREEK PEAK ALL YEAR-ROUND  T  he “stay” portion of the equation at Greek Peak is Hope Lake Lodge where luxurious
                       accommodations and panoramic vistas of Cortland County’s rolling hills and forests go
 The Nor’Easter Mountain Coaster is a state-of-the-art gravitational hybrid of an alpine slide    hand-in-hand. The “green” hotel features 106 luxury condominium-style suites, as well as
 and a roller coaster. Fly through the air on four dual zip lines, or test your strength, endurance and
 balance on the Team Challenge Ropes Course. Take a scenic ride on the Summer Chairlift Rides   additional lodging in the form of mountainside condos, townhouses and single-family homes.
 while watching mountain bikers whiz by below.
 Conquer the Virgil Mountain Loop, a 4.7 mile hike that takes you to the highest point in Cortland
 County. If you’re looking for something a little less taxing, take an evening stroll around the Town
 of Virgil’s Hope Lake Park.

 At Cascades Indoor Waterpark, the little ones can get in on the fun in the Toddler Activity Pool, while the adults
 experience Wave Pools and The Rapids slides. Let the kids dry off at the Starlight Arcade while the adults wrap up an
 adventure-filled day with a relaxing soak in the Hot Springs hot tub.









                   Hope Lake Lodge is more than just a place to sleep   Worked up an appetite? The main property
                   though. After a day of seeking exhilarating thrills on the   features Carvers Steakhouse, where you can indulge
                   mountain, take a minute to yourself and recharge at the   in homemade classics and chef-inspired creations,
                   world-class Waterfalls Spa, or try a seasonally-inspired   or if you don’t want to get off the mountain yet, slide
                   cocktail or a local brewery’s draft at the Bobcat Lounge.    over to Trax Pub & Grill to chow down (and warm up)
                                                             with their wood-fired pizza or with a pint of beer on the
                                                             heated outdoor deck.

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