It's skiing and snowboarding season, and North Carolina has a handful of options if you want to take a quick trip to the mountains. Here are four ski resorts located within four hours of Raleigh.

Like many Western North Carolina destinations ... Along with 17 trails for skiing and snowboarding, it offers an average of 64 inches of annual snowfall (plus snowmaking capabilities) and a ...

The 17-year-old suffered "severe and catastrophic" injuries after crashing into an unmarked snow machine, the family says.

Whether you're seeking premier ski resorts or the best après-ski scenes, there's a destination for you on this list. Have a favorite ski town? Vote to help determine next year's list. Before you ...