Winter lovers! If you are looking forward to some snowy adventures this season, you are not alone. With over 800,000 new snowboarding enthusiasts hitting the slopes in the US in 2024, it is apparent that winter sports fever is on the rise.

Here is something that you might not have expected but New York seems to be the place for all your winter sports dreams to come true.

According to the pros at LA Travel, the Empire takes the crown as the ultimate state for winter sports fans, coming in with an incredible 9.29 out of 10. From ice skating to skiing, this state seems to have it all. Did you know that there are 115 ice rinks, including iconic places like Central Park and Rockefeller Center?

New York offers a magical winter wonderland experience that's hard to beat. But wait, there's more! For all you ski bunnies out there, New York has 50 ski resorts with slopes and trails for every skill level.

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And get this - the state has an average of 68.57 inches of snowfall each year, and that blows Pennsylvania out of the frozen water with 70% more snow to play in.

Whether you're shredding the slopes, gliding across the ice, or just soaking in the winter wonder, New York is the place to be for some outdoor fun and holiday cheer.

So, grab your gear, bundle up, and get ready to take to the snowy trails or have a go on the icy rinks. After all, when it comes to winter sports, New York is where the real snowy magic happens!

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