Out of safety concerns for guests, employees, and resort property, as well as concerns for individual privacy, Cataloochee Ski Area prohibits the operation or use of unmanned aerial systems, or drones, by the general public – including recreational users and hobbyists – without the prior written authorization.  This prohibition includes drones used for filming or videotaping, as well as any drone use by media or journalists operating above or within Cataloochee Ski Area boundaries.

This prohibition on drone operations or use extends to any drones launched or operated from Cataloochee Ski Area property, as well as drones launched from private property outside of such boundaries. Please contact the Cataloochee Ski Area General Manager with questions or requests for prior authorization. Any authorized operation of aerial drones may be governed by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules and regulations, local law enforcement as well as those policies separately established by Phoenix Ski Corporation, which may include certification, training, insurance coverage, indemnification requirements, and waivers or releases of liability.

Any violation of this policy may involve suspension of your skiing or snowboarding privileges, and/or the revocation of your season pass, as well as confiscation of any drone equipment, and may subject violators to any damages, including, but not limited to, damages for violations of privacy and/or physical or personal injuries or property damage, as well as regulatory fines and legal fees.