Laurel Mountain Ski Trail Map — Layered Wood Wall Art
by Mountaincut
Pennsylvania's steepest, most storied ski mountain — now on your wall. Mountaincut's Laurel Mountain Ski Trail Map is a layered wooden wall art piece featuring hand-traced ski trails expertly laser cut from premium birch and/or walnut plywood, a handcrafted tribute to one of the most legendary and resilient ski areas in the eastern United States.
A Pennsylvania Legend, Captured in Wood
Tucked inside Laurel Mountain State Park in the scenic Laurel Highlands of western Pennsylvania - roughly 72 miles east of Pittsburgh near Ligonier, Laurel Mountain holds a place in American skiing history that few resorts can match. Its slopes were originally designed by Johann "Hannes" Schneider, the legendary Austrian ski guide and inventor of the Arlberg Method, the basis of modern alpine ski technique. When the resort opened on January 11, 1941, Schneider's vision was carved into the western flank of the Laurel Ridge: steep, fast, and uncompromising. Today, that character endures across 70 acres, 20 trails, a 761-foot vertical drop, the highest on the Laurel Ridge, and a modern SkyTrac quad chairlift. This handcrafted map captures every trail, every slope, and every line that has made Laurel Mountain a revered name in Mid-Atlantic skiing for more than eight decades.
Every Slope, Every Run, Every Memory
Laurel Mountain's terrain is defined by its legendary steeps. The iconic double-diamond Lower Wildcat averages a breathtaking 60% grade, making it the steepest slope in the entire state of Pennsylvania, a narrow, north-facing run carved from a rocky ledge that has held its title as the mountain's signature trail since World War II. Upper Wildcat delivers a long, flowing descent with enough pitch to keep advanced skiers fully engaged, while Broadway, the racing trail that has hosted competitions since the mountain's earliest days, provides a wide, sweeping fall line. For those who prefer a more relaxed pace, Dream Highway and Laurel Run offer gentler terrain, and dedicated beginner areas near the summit welcome new skiers without intimidation. Gladed terrain with names whispered among locals - Goat, Midway, and the elusive Joe's can be found along the edges and between marked runs, the kind of hidden lines that develop organically over decades of devoted skiing. With a fully overhauled snowmaking system and 52 snowguns, Laurel Mountain delivers reliable coverage across its slopes throughout the season.
Exceptional Craftsmanship, Made in the USA
All Mountaincut wooden trail maps are precision laser cut and etched, hand-stained, and finished in the United States using birch and/or walnut plywood. The two-layer construction creates a rich, dimensional look where the mountain's ridgeline and trails stand out in beautiful relief. Hanging hardware comes preinstalled, so your new trail map will be on display in minutes.
Because each piece is crafted from real wood, no two maps are exactly alike — natural variations in the grain and stain give every piece its own character, just like a powder day on Lower Wildcat.
The Perfect Gift for Laurel Mountain Skiers
Whether you've conquered the steeps of Lower Wildcat, raced down Broadway, explored the hidden glades, or simply love the mountain for its grit, its history, and its refusal to stay closed, this map is a lasting reminder of a place that means more to its devoted skiers than any resort twice its size. Designed by a legend, built on resilience, and now accessible on the Epic Pass alongside neighboring Seven Springs and Hidden Valley, Laurel Mountain deserves a place on your wall. Mountaincut products are made to order and most items ship within 2–3 days. Larger sizes (30" and above) may take 5–8 days before shipping.
Available in multiple sizes. Pennsylvania's steepest and most storied mountain — on your wall every day of the year.
