Ski Resorts in Minnesota, United States

8 ski resorts in the Minnesota region of United States, sorted by vertical drop. Compare stats on snowfall, trails, and terrain mix to find the right resort for your skiing level and holiday style.

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The Midwest's biggest ski area on Lake Superior's North Shore, with four interconnected mountains and dramatic Sawtooth views.

Vertical251m (823ft)
Trails95
Snowfall305cm/yr (120in)
Beginner30%
Intermediate45%
Advanced25%
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Duluth's hometown mountain on the shore of Lake Superior, with the biggest vertical in the Midwest.

Vertical213m (699ft)
Trails22
Snowfall254cm/yr (100in)
Beginner30%
Intermediate45%
Advanced25%
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Iron Range resort north of Duluth with two peaks, golf-course condos, and a true northwoods feel.

Vertical152m (499ft)
Trails35
Snowfall254cm/yr (100in)
Beginner25%
Intermediate50%
Advanced25%
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Twin Cities' closest big ski hill in a Mississippi River valley, night skiing five nights a week.

Vertical110m (361ft)
Trails60
Snowfall152cm/yr (60in)
Beginner33%
Intermediate33%
Advanced34%
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Minnesota ski area near Taylors Falls in Chisago County, operating since December 1960 with 26 runs across 100 acres.

Vertical82m (269ft)
Trails26
Snowfall102cm/yr (40in)
Beginner31%
Intermediate35%
Advanced31%
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Twin Cities ski area in Burnsville, Minnesota, established 1954, known for night skiing and a long lineage of World Cup racers.

Vertical80m (262ft)
Trails16
Snowfall150cm/yr (59in)
Beginner38%
Intermediate38%
Advanced24%
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Southern Minnesota ski area near Mankato with 19 trails, 10 lifts, and a 240-foot vertical drop.

Vertical73m (240ft)
Trails19
Snowfall130cm/yr (51in)
Beginner21%
Intermediate42%
Advanced37%
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Minneapolis-area ski hill in Bloomington, operated by Three Rivers Park District with 13 trails and dependable snowmaking.

Vertical53m (174ft)
Trails13
Snowfall150cm/yr (59in)
Beginner23%
Intermediate38%
Advanced54%
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Skiing in Minnesota

The Minnesota region of United States has 8 ski resorts in the SkiGrade database. The largest by vertical drop is Lutsen Mountains at 251m of vertical.

Resorts within the same region often share similar snow conditions, altitude profiles, and season lengths. Use the stats above to compare individual mountains, or click through to any resort page for a full head-to-head comparison with any other resort in the SkiGrade database.