Mount Kato Ski Area
Southern Minnesota ski area near Mankato with 19 trails, 10 lifts, and a 240-foot vertical drop.
Key Stats
Vertical Drop
73m (240ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
165m (541ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
91m (299ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
130cm (51in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
19
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
10
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Skiable Area
22ha (54ac)
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
21%
Intermediate
42%
Advanced
37%
Best For
Location
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