Big Boulder sits in the Poconos at Lake Harmony, Pennsylvania, putting it within comfortable reach of Philadelphia, the Lehigh Valley and much of New Jersey. Mid-Atlantic Masters races a full-length slalom at Big Boulder! When we race at Big Boulder, the Incline Lodge is our base of operations. This lodge has a comfortable patio that looks directly up the race slope, so non-racing spectators can easily watch the race.
Last updated: September 2026.
Before you travel: join the Race Day Communications WhatsApp group. Start lists, weather calls and schedule changes are posted there rather than emailed.
Big Boulder at a Glance
| Location | Lake Harmony, PA (Poconos) |
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| Drive time | Approx. 2 hr from Philadelphia; 2 hr from NYC |
| Race trail | Boulder Park |
| Race lift | Harmony |
| Warm-up trails | Midway Slope |
| Lift ticket |
Big Boulder is included as part of the Epic Pass. We include your lift ticket as part of your race entry, but if you have a pass that works at Big Boulder we will remove the lift ticket cost from your fee. |
| Nearest towns | Lake Harmony, White Haven, Jim Thorpe PA |
Race Day Logistics
| Detailed schedule | We share our race-day schedule in advance in the race day information sheet. This will be available prior to the race on the registration page, and via WhatsApp. |
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| Start lists | Shared on WhatsApp. Second run (GS/SL) is reverse order within age class. |
| Registration | Enter in advance on AdminSkiRacing. Entries close roughly two days out; there is no day-of registration. |
The Race Trail
We race on the Big Boulder trail.
Link to Big Boulder trail map.
Racing at Big Boulder: Common Questions
Which trail do we race?
We race on the Big Boulder trail.
Do I need a lift ticket?
We price a discounted lift ticket into your race registration fee. If you have a season pass, we will deduct the cost of the lift ticket from your bill.
Where do I warm up, and how long is the lift ride?
Midway (immediately to skier's right of our race trail) is the recommended warm-up trail.
Where should I stay?
Lake Harmony, White Haven and Jim Thorpe are the nearest towns, and each have AirBnBs and hotel chains. You can also check the Big Boulder website for lodging recommendations.
Where do I find the start list and race schedule?
Start lists are posted on the Race Day Communications WhatsApp group. Timing and order of events are in the race information sheet that we will share via WhatsApp.
Is this a good venue for a first race?
Potentially, if you like slalom. We only race slalom at Big Boulder, so if you are a first-time racer, make sure you are comfortable with the tighter turns that are part of a slalom course. You might also consider using protective equipment for slalom (shin guards, chin guard, pole guards). Many racers love slalom, and Big Boulder has an excellent slalom hill, so if you do want to jump into a slalom course this is a great mountain for your first slalom experience.
More About Adult Racing
Big Boulder puts a race day within reach of Philadelphia and the Lehigh Valley. If you are weighing up whether to enter one, start with these.
| Adult Ski Racing 101 | What Masters racing is, who can do it and what it costs — the place to start if you have never raced. |
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| Getting Started | Licenses, membership and the five steps to entering your first race. Your first race day license is free. |
| Camps & Training | Camps, weekly gate training and beer leagues if you would rather get comfortable in a course first. |
| Equipment | What gear you actually need. Short answer: a helmet, and the skis you already own. |
| All Race Venues | Guides to every mountain where we race, with trails, logistics and travel notes. |
Enter a Race
Check the schedule for Big Boulder dates and enter on AdminSkiRacing. Registration closes about two days before each event.