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.
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.
