Granite Peak

Granite Peak

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At 700 vertical feet, Granite Peak stands as Wisconsin's tallest skiing destination. Stretching across 200 acres of varied terrain on Rib Mountain, this historic resort has evolved since 1937 to become the Midwest's most dynamic winter sports destination. From gentle learning slopes to challenging expert runs, Granite Peak offers memorable experiences for skiers and snowboarders of every skill level.

Live Granite Peak Webcams

Summit

Every 10 minutes
Elevation: 592m / 1942ft

Situated at a summit location this Granite Peak web cam gives you the best look at the conditions at the summit of the ski resort.

Speed and efficiency define your mountain access at Granite Peak. Our network of 7 high-speed lifts, including the Comet 6-passenger lift, ensures more time on the slopes and less time waiting in line. The lift system can transport over 10,000 skiers per hour, serving 75 runs across the mountain with minimal wait times even during peak periods.

Granite Peak Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 10
6-Person Chair
1
6-Person Chair
Quad Chair
4
Quad Chair
Triple Chair
2
Triple Chair
Surface Lift
3
Surface Lift

Granite Peak Resort Elevation

1942ft592mResort Summit699ft213mVertical Drop1243ft379mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

58

Total Area

155 ac

62.7 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
24%
Intermediate
24%
Advanced
45%
Expert
7%
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Location

Just minutes from downtown Wausau, Granite Peak combines incredible skiing with easy accessibility. The resort sits within Rib Mountain State Park, offering stunning views of the Wisconsin River Valley. Whether you're planning a day trip or an extended stay, you'll find plenty of dining, lodging, and entertainment options in the welcoming Wausau community, all within a short drive from the slopes.

Granite Peak

, wisconsin

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Season Info

Winter comes alive at Granite Peak from mid-November through early April. Our advanced snowmaking system blankets 100% of our terrain, guaranteeing reliable conditions throughout the season. Experience crisp morning runs, stunning afternoon light on the slopes, and enchanting evening sessions under our extensive lighting system, with night skiing available on 75% of our trails.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

1/1/1970

Closing Day

4/13/2025

Days Open

20192

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

1.65m

165cm

Imperial

5.4ft

65in

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