Welch Village
Twin Cities' closest big ski hill in a Mississippi River valley — night skiing five nights a week.
Key Stats
Vertical Drop
110m (361ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
332m (1,089ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
222m (728ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
152cm (60in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
60
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
9
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Skiable Area
57ha (141ac)
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
33%
Intermediate
33%
Advanced
34%
Best For
Location
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