Frequently Asked Questions | Mount Pleasant of Edinboro

Mount Pleasant of Edinboro provides the best kid-friendly winter fun for everyone in your family. We offer skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, lessons, full service tuning shop and even parties in the loft. Stop for a bite to eat at our Slopeside Grille which offers most of your grill favorites, including pizza and a daily homemade meal special.

Most people bring a large duffle bag with extra clothes in case they get wet. Other important items people tend to bring include personal items like a wallet or cell phone as well as snacks and water. Most times, people claim tables and stash the items they bring under the tables. Our groomer has smashed many cell phones in the past so please secure your phones or leave them at the desk for safekeeping.

Yes, you can bring your own food. Mount Pleasant has a loft upstairs with a crock pot area if needed.

The Slopeside Grille at Mount Pleasant offers most of your favorites, including fresh cut fries, hamburgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, pizza, salads, wraps, ice cream, cookies, and a daily homemade meal special.

Mount Pleasant does have group or party food options available. Just call ahead if you have a large group to feed – we want to be ready for you!

Mount Pleasant has free wifi available.

While your child is skiing, you are able to stand outside and watch next to the fire pit, stand inside by the fireplace, or watch upstairs out the big windows. Mount Pleasant does have free wifi available if you want to bring your tablet or laptop. It would be a good idea to bring a little sled to pull very small children around in.

Mount Pleasant is a member of the National Ski Patrol – a group of dedicated volunteers who are extensively trained in outdoor emergency care. There is always someone on duty that can help you in case of emergency.

The easiest way to get to Mount Pleasant is to take I79 to 6N EAST. Then turn right onto old 86 and Mount Pleasant will be about 4 miles down the road.

Park in the lot across the road from the hill. You can then follow the board walk to the lodge behind the yellow house.

Alcohol is generally permitted but in moderation. We strive to be a premier family atmosphere. Any individual who appears remotely intoxicated or is reducing the family values of Mount Pleasant will be asked to leave and may be asked not to return.

Riding the chair lifts at Mount Pleasant is safe if there is no horsing around. To ensure safety, small children should ride with an adult. Children should load closest to the chair attendant.

The vertical drop of Mount Pleasant is 340 feet.

Mount Pleasant has 1 beginner hill lift, 1 tubing hill lift, and 1triple chair lift. We also have at least 9 trails with some glade skiing as well.

Mount Pleasant has 40+ ski-able acres available for use.

The Snyder Ski School of Mount Pleasant l is certified through the Professional Ski Instructors of America. The Professional Ski Instructors of America is a group that certifies all ski schools across the country. A lesson you take at Mount Pleasant follows the same principles you would receive from Killington or even Aspen!

Mount Pleasant has professional instructors for skiers of all skill levels. They will work with you to set and reach your goals in skiing. We have small, kid-friendly hills yet our terrain can be challenging. Our hill is big enough to enjoy and small enough that no one has ever gotten lost on Mount Pleasant.

Skiing is typically easier to learn. The professional ski instructors of Mount Pleasant teach children as young as 3 to ski but try to hold off on snowboarding until age 6. If you want a challenge, try snowboarding!

Mount Pleasant recommends 3 as the youngest starting age for children, in fact snowboarders will have more success if they are older. Ultimately, it’s the parent’s decision. Remember - 5 and under ski free with a paying parent.

If you're looking to simply improve your skills, the best option is private lessons. With private lessons, you can select an instructor you like and they will work with you one-on-one to hone the skills you want to work on!

Mount Pleasant's Beginner Special program is perfect for you! The Beginner Special program is a great deal for those first timers who are new to skiing or snowboarding. It is a great way to test out snow sports and see if they are right for you!

We are always looking to add additional ski and snowboard clubs. Mount Pleasant offers an excellent group rate. Groups start at just $130 and include 6 weeks of lessons, rentals and lift tickets. If you are interested in starting a group, please contact Andrew at Andrew.halmi@skimountpleasant.com.

There are advantages and disadvantages to both. Group lessons are by far a better deal, but you get less one on one instruction time. Private lessons are easy to set up and planned around your schedule. They are also a bit more pricey.

The Rent-A-Pro program is what we like to call our flex package. You can purchase a package of up to 10 lessons and use them whenever you like! Your package can be made to include rentals. Inquire at the back desk for more info!

It's definitely important to stay warm while skiing, especially during the harsh winters of the Erie region. When skiing, snowboarding or tubing at Mount Pleasant, snow pants and a jacket are a must, preferably waterproof. Sometimes tights and waterproof pants are all you’ll need, depending on the weather. Another important clothing item to bring is a hat to cover up your ears to prevent illness. Gloves or mittens are important to prevent frost bite. Glove liners are very useful, not only do they add to warmth but also act as a hand covering if you need to take off your glove for something. You’ll probably want to bring goggles to help you see better when the wind is blowing or when you're riding at higher speeds. Sunny days will require sunglasses or goggles that also block the sun. We do not recommend a scarf – it may become caught in the chair or other equipment. Several lightweight layers are extremely effective like long underwear and a turtle neck. One pair of wool blend socks is ideal, but try to avoid wearing multiple layers. Your feet must be able to move around so your blood can circulate and enable your foot to stay warm. Cotton is the least warm material. Wool stays warm even when it’s wet!

When filling out a rental form at Mount Pleasant, you will be asked for your correct weight and height. The rental technicians will then use this information to determine the best equipment just for you.

Mount Pleasant provides rental skis, snowboards, boots, poles, and helmets. We do not rent clothing or goggles.

Poles help with balance and traveling on flat terrains. It is possible to ski without using them – in fact it’s kind of fun!

Yes, Mount Pleasant allows for night skiing. Most trails are lit.

Tubers must be 42” tall to ride according to Mount Pleasant's insurance. Small children would not be able to get out of the tube quickly. We do not allow children to ride with their parent in a tube. Sometimes the tubes tip over. An adult falling on a small child would be dangerous.

Mount Pleasant provides all the tubes.

To get up the tubing hill, you sit in the tube while a Mount Pleasant employee hooks the tube’s handle onto a conveyor handle tow. It will pull you up the hill in no time! At the top, you will roll out of the tube. An employee will grab the handle of the tube and pass it to you as you head to the starting ramp.