Chestnut Mountain Resort
Illinois ski resort in Galena above the Mississippi River with 18 trails, 10 lifts, and a 475-foot vertical drop.
Key Stats
Vertical Drop
145m (476ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
317m (1,040ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
172m (564ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
89cm (35in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
18
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
10
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Skiable Area
56ha (138ac)
Total groomed and patrolled skiable terrain
Terrain Breakdown
The percentage of marked trails in each difficulty level. A higher beginner percentage means more terrain suitable for novices and families; a higher advanced percentage means more challenge for experts.
Beginner
26%
Intermediate
58%
Advanced
16%
Best For
Location
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