The 5 Largest Ski Areas In Minnesota

Minnesota is much more of a water and ice state than it is a mountain state, but quite a few ski areas spread throughout. In fact, according to statistics from the National Ski Areas Association, Minnesota is home to 21 total ski areas (as of the 2024/25 season), more than Montana and Nevada combined. These 5 ski areas represent the largest in the Land of 10,000 Lakes.

5 Largest Ski Areas in Minnesota

5. Welch Village – 140 acres

• 50 trails.
• 360 feet of vertical rise.
• 10 lifts.

4. Spirit Mountain – 175 acres

• 22 trails.
• 700 feet of vertical.
• 5 lifts.

3. Giants Ridge – 202 acres

• 35 trails.
• 500 feet of vertical.
• 5 lifts.

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2. Afton Alps – 300 acres

• 50 trails.
• 350 feet of vertical.
• 17 lifts.

1. Lutsen Mountains – 1,000 acres

• 95 trails.
• 825 feet of vertical.
• 9 lifts.

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