Lutsen Mountain

Lutsen Mountain

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Spanning four mountains along Lake Superior's North Shore, Lutsen Mountains stands as Minnesota's largest ski area. With 95 runs across 1,000 acres of terrain, the resort combines the rugged beauty of the Sawtooth Mountains with stunning views of the world's largest freshwater lake. From gentle learning slopes to challenging expert runs, Lutsen offers Midwest skiing on a scale typically found out West.

Lutsen Mountains' modern lift network includes the Midwest's only gondola, plus six chairlifts strategically positioned across four peaks. The iconic red gondola provides year-round access to Moose Mountain, while high-speed quads serve key terrain pods. This efficient system can transport over 10,000 skiers per hour, ensuring maximum time on the slopes and minimal wait times even during peak periods.

Lutsen Mountain Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 8
Gondola
1
Gondola
8-Person Chair
1
8-Person Chair
Triple Chair
1
Triple Chair
Double Chair
4
Double Chair
Surface Lift
1
Surface Lift

Lutsen Mountain Resort Elevation

1686ft514mResort Summit823ft251mVertical Drop863ft263mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

95

Total Area

1000 ac

404.7 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
18%
Intermediate
47%
Advanced
25%
Expert
10%
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Location

Located just 90 minutes from Duluth along Minnesota's scenic North Shore, Lutsen Mountains rises dramatically from Lake Superior's coastline. The resort's unique position provides both stunning views and favorable weather patterns that enhance snow conditions. The surrounding area offers diverse lodging options, from slope-side accommodations to cozy lakeside cabins, plus easy access to the Superior National Forest and the charming harbor town of Grand Marais.

Lutsen Mountain

, minnesota

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Season Info

Winter transforms Lutsen into Minnesota's snowsports capital, with reliable conditions from mid-November through mid-April. The resort's sophisticated snowmaking system and Lake Superior's natural snow effect combine to maintain excellent coverage across all terrain. Summer and fall bring spectacular hiking, mountain biking, and scenic rides, with the autumn colors creating an especially magnificent display against the lake backdrop.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

1/1/1970

Closing Day

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Days Open

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

3.05m

305cm

Imperial

10ft

120in

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