December has certainly kicked off with enough snow and cold to give the ski season a good start! Wisconsin’s slopes continue to offer fun – and sometimes rather challenging – ski, snowboard, and tubing experiences. We have 30+ venues around the state you can explore, and as conditions merit we’ll provide updates. Let this be your guide to have some active winter road trip fun – because of course we’ll note the highways that bring you to each!
SE Wisconsin: Wilmot Mtn | Alpine Valley | Mountain Top at Grand Geneva | Sunburst | Little Switzerland | Crystal Ridge | Nutt Hill
South Central/SW Wisconsin: Devil’s Head | Cascade Mountain | Tyrol Basin | Christmas Mountain Village
Central Wisconsin: Nordic Mountain | Granite Peak | Powers Bluff | Perkinstown Winter Sports Area | Standing Rocks Winter Recreation Area | Bruce Mound
Western Wisconsin: Mt. La Crosse | Whitetail Ridge | Trollhaugen | Badlands Sno-Park | Snowcrest
NW Wisconsin: Christie Mountain | Mont du Lac Resort | Mt. Ashwabay Ski Area | Whitecap Mountain
NE Wisconsin: Paul Bunyan Ski Hill | Kettlebowl Ski Hill | Camp 10 Ski & Snowboard | Winter Park Ski & Tubing Area | Keyes Peak
Southeastern Wisconsin:
Wilmot Mountain
Downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing
11931 Fox River Road, Wilmot, WI 53192, 262-862-2301, 
Wilmot Mountain is the southernmost ski hill in Wisconsin; in fact, it’s so far south that the start of one run spills into Illinois! Wilmot is one of the oldest ski areas in the Midwest, having started back in 1938. They offer 120 skiable acres, 23 trails, 7 lifts, 2 surface conveyor lifts, and progression terrain parks for all skill levels. The tubing area offers 22 lanes and two surface conveyor lifts.
Snow Report: (As of 12/16) Wilmot Mountain reports good conditions.
4 of 12 lifts open
13 of 26 trails open
Terrain Parks are currently closed.
Check here for additional details.
Alpine Valley
Downhill skiing, snowboarding
W2501 County Road D, Elkhorn, WI 53121, 262-642-7374,
Alpine Valley isn’t just a famous music amphitheater; it’s also a big ski hill just off Highway 120 and I-43 near East Troy that offers over 90 skiable acres with 21 runs, and a vertical drop of 388 feet. The longest run is 3,000 feet, the steepest run is Big Thunder, the longest slope is Alpine, and the newest trail is called Snowdrift; it runs 1,400 feet. Alpine Valley also features on-site ski-in/ski-out rooms with a full-service Bistro for dining. Here’s their Trail Map.
Snow Report: As of 12/16: Alpine Valley reports man-made snow under groomed surfaces with 11″ of fresh snow
47% of the slopes are open
100% of the trails are open
7 of 13 lifts open
All 6 carpet lifts open
All 3 Terrain Parks are open
Full details here
The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva
Downhill skiing, snowboarding, sledding, ice skating, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing
7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva, WI 53147, 262-248-8811,
The Mountain Top is part of the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, once the home of the Playboy Club. This sprawling resort includes a ski hill with over 20 runs and a 211-foot vertical drop, three chair lifts, two carpet lifts, a 6-acre terrain park designed for users of all ages and skill levels, an ice skating rink, sledding runs, and over six miles of trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. New to The Mountain Top is Burton Riglet Park, built with young children in mind. They can learn through a series of different stations as their certified instructors coach kids through the course. You can also fuel up and enjoy beverages at the Leinenkugel’s Mountain Top Lodge. Shuttle service to the slopes is available from both the Grand Geneva rooms and the Timber Ridge Lodge.
By the way, their Hot Dog Open runs January 16th-18th! Its 3-day blast of slopestyle, big air & rail-jam in a custom-built terrain park with bigger jumps and better rails than ever.
Snow Report: As of 12/16. The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva is open for the season! Their hours are generally Noon-8pm Monday-Thursday, 9am-9pm Friday through Sunday.
Skiing: OPEN
12 of 20 runs open
4 of 6 lifts open
Terrain Park: closed
Sledding: OPEN
Cross-Country: closed
Snowshoe Trails: closed
Sunburst Winter Sports Park
Downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing
8355 Prospect Drive, Kewaskum, WI 53040, 262-626-8404,
Sunburst is called a “winter sports park” for a reason: they offer a wide variety of winter activities and even cross-country skiing is right across the road in the form of the Eisenbahn State Trail. For skiing and snowboarding, Sunburst offers a vertical rise of 214 feet and 12 runs and 6 lifts across 40 skiable acres. For tubing, they lay claim to the World’s Largest Tubing Hill. The Das Chutes Tubing Area offers over 40 chutes and a quarter-mile run with a 90-foot drop. some great tubing opportunities; it’s a very popular destination for it. You’ll find Sunburst along U.S. 45 near Kewaskum, just north of West Bend. No reservations are needed – it’s walk-up sales only.
Snow Report: As of 12/16, Sunburst has its full season hours running! From 12/19/25 through 1/2/26, they run holiday hours.
7 of 9 runs open
1 Terrain park, the South Park, is open. Ridge Runner was Closed for Build, North Park was closed for snowmaking (as of our last check)
Tubing is OPEN on the South with 25 lanes! North Tubing was closed for snowmaking.
Little Switzerland
Downhill skiing, snowboarding
105 Cedar Creek Road, Slinger, WI 53086, 262-297-9621,
Little Switzerland first opened on Pearl Harbor Day: December 7, 1941, which means it has now been open for over 80 years. Since the beginning, it’s been making skiers – and more recently snowboarders – quite happy. “Little Switz” offers 18 trails and three terrain parks, plus a great chalet and yes, Swiss themes abound. You’ll find Little Switzerland just off I-41 near Highways 144 and 175 in Slinger, about 30 miles northwest of Milwaukee.
Snow Report: As of 12/16 Little Switzerland reports “Good” conditions with a 30″ base.
9 of 9 lifts open
19 of 19 trails open
Crystal Ridge at The Rock
Downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing
7011 S. Ballpark Drive, Franklin, WI 53132, 414-235-8818, 
Crystal Ridge at the Rock is a four-season sports complex in Franklin, just south of Milwaukee, along Highway 36 on Crystal Ridge. During summer, the Milwaukee Milkmen play in the stadium here and movies are shown outside at the Milky Way Drive-In.
In winter, the 230-foot hill offers downhill ski runs with numerous trails, plenty of snowboarding room, and a terrific series of tubing runs. A double chair lift and a series of rope tows will bring you back to the top. The chalet is roomy with plenty of concessions and a shop.
Current hours are Monday – Thursday 4pm-9pm; Friday 1pm-9pm; Saturday 10am-9pm; and Sunday 10am-8pm
Snow Report: As of 12/16: Crystal Ridge is OPEN, including weekdays 4-9pm Monday – Thursday. They report outstanding conditions with a 30″ base and are fully open for skiing, snowboarding, and tubing.
5 of 5 lifts open
9 of 9 ski trails open
Tubing lanes open
Nutt Hill Winter Park
Downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing
750 W. Main Street, Plymouth, WI 53073,
Nutt Hill is back! The ski hill serving the Plymouth and Sheboygan County area from 1962-2014 is re-opening for the 2025-2026 ski season. Nutt Hill, with a peak at 1,010 feet, offers 6 tubing lanes and 3 skiing and snowboarding runs; names include the Cheddar Shredder (beginner-level run), Docs Descent (intermediate), and Forest Glades (advanced). Closed Mondays, Nutt Hill is open Tuesday-Friday 3:30-9pm, Saturday 9am-9pm, and Sunday 9am-5pm. Some special hours will take place over Christmas break. Tubing is included with admission. Nutt Hill is just a few blocks west of Highway 67 and downtown Plymouth, just a little south of Highway 23!
Snow Report: As of 12/1: Nutt Hill got 8″ of powdery snow to serve as a base on November 29th. You can join them Tuesday, December 16th at 3pm for their Ribbon Cutting and Grand Reopening! Or, join them after and go skiing.
South Central/Southwestern Wisconsin
Devil’s Head
Downhill skiing, snowboarding
S6330 Bluff Road, Merrimac, WI 53561, 608-493-2204,
Devil’s Head Resort is in the Baraboo Bluffs near Merrimac, with 30 runs – the longest trail being 3,500 feet – across 300 skiable acres and a 500 foot vertical drop; it’s the third largest such ski area in the Midwest and has frequently been named one of the “Midwest’s Top 10 Ski Resorts.”
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Devil’s Head received snow and will announce their opening day soon.
Trails open: 0
Lifts open: 0
Terrain park: Open soon
Get the latest updates here!
Cascade Mountain
Downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing
W10441 Cascade Mountain Road, Portage, WI 53901, 608-742-5588,
Sporting 47 trails, 4 terrain parks, a 350-foot vertical, and an 800 foot long chute for tubing, Cascade Mountain has a high capacity for winter sports activities. The Tech Shop at Cascade can also get your equipment at its highest performance level. Located right along I-90/94 near Portage at Highway 33, Cascade offers easy access.
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Cascade Mountain has a 18-36″ base with 10″ of fresh new snow. They are grooming hills and will open trails and lifts shortly. Ahead of time, you can buy lift tickets here.
Tyrol Basin
Downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing
3487 Bohn Road, Mount Horeb, WI 53572, 608-437-4135,
A little north of Mt. Horeb near the Blue Mound – the highest point in southern Wisconsin – you’ll find Tyrol Basin, which opened back in 1958. It offers 16 runs and a vertical of 260 feet. Three terrain parks are very popular with snowboarders, and the slopes offer everything from beginner level to a double black diamond expert run. NASTAR racing tournaments are held at Tyrol Basin frequently; they also host the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Association. Snow tubing is also available. Download the Tyrol Basin app: Google Play or Apple Store
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Tyrol Basin is open for skiing and snowboarding with a 15″ base, and the Tubing Hill opens Tuesday, December 2nd!
2 of 33 runs open
Terrain parks open soon
Tree Skiing opens soon
Regular season hours are Monday – Friday 10am-9pm, Saturday 9am-9pm, and Sunday 9am-5pm.
Christmas Mountain Village
Downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowboarding, tubing
S944 Christmas Mountain Road, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965, 608-253-1000,
Christmas Mountain is a golf and ski resort, part of the Ascend group, offering 15 trails and 5 lifts across its total vertical drop of about 250 feet. While the trails are spread out over 40 acres, their total length is five miles long. The tubing hill is now five lanes, with four single person lanes on a 650-foot slope. Two ropes bring tubers back to the top.
Christmas Mountain sits just outside Wisconsin Dells to the west, and you can get deals to stay in conjunction with Mt. Olympus in nearby Lake Delton. Christmas Mountain is accessible via County H, a little west of where Highway 13 terminates at I-90/94 (Exit 87).
Snow Report: as of 12/1, Christmas Mountain Village will be open soon for the season.
Central Wisconsin
Nordic Mountain
Downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing
W5806 County Road W, Wild Rose, WI 54984, 920-787-3324,
Established in 1976, Nordic Mountain offers 18 trails and 3 terrain park runs, along with the Camp Luwisomo Tubing Park. The vertical drop is 265 feet and the runs are fairly well distributed among the Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Expert levels. Increased snowmaking capacity has extended the seasons at Nordic Mountain, and their snow sports school is highly regarded. You’ll find Nordic Mountain near Waupaca and Wild Rose, not far from the end of Highway 152, off the junctions of Highways 21, 22, and 73.
Snow Report: As of 12/3 Nordic Mountain is busy getting ready for its re-opening Friday and continues to make snow! Sugarbush, Seagull classic, Deerpath and Black Bear have all been groomed. The skate lane on Anchor, Seagull, Jolly and the connector from tin shed has been groomed. The Abbey Road classic track has been groomed along with both side of Seagull, the skate track on The Buzz and both sides of Roller Coaster.
Base: 20″ including 7″ of new snow
Lifts: 2 of 7 open
Ski trails: 3 of 12 open
Terrain Parks: 1 of 4 open
Tubing: CLOSED
Here’s a sample of snowboarding at Nordic, from boarder Johnathan Buckhouse:
Granite Peak
Downhill skiing, snowboarding
227200 Snowbird Drive, Wausau, WI 54401, 715-845-2846,
Granite Peak is legendary, with 74 runs, 68 trails, 200+ acres of skiable area, four terrain parks, and a 700-foot vertical drop – the highest in the state. It’s one of the oldest ski areas in the country, having opened in 1937 – this is their 85th anniversary season! Granite Peak spreads its trails across the north slope of Rib Mountain just outside Wausau, one of the highest points in the state and a prominent hill that can be seen for 15-20 miles around. While the northern slopes have the trail runs, the eastern slopes offer terrain parks; the west side of the hill is more for blue cruisers. Plenty of moguls and tree terrain dot the landscape as well. Granite Peak is aggressive with snowmaking, using 500 snow guns to assure enough snow from November through April. The modern and extensive lift systems include the state’s only high-speed six-pack and two high-speed quads.
Ski Report: As of 12/16, Granite Peak reports great conditions with a 36″ base.
29 of 62 trails are open
3 of 7 lifts are open
4 of 6 terrain parks are open
90% of trail acres open
You can also get updates via phone (715-845-2846) or their Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter accounts.
Powers Bluff Winter Recreation Area
Tubing, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowboarding
6990 Bluff Drive, Arpin, WI 54410, 715-421-8422,
Located halfway between Wisconsin Rapids and Marshfield in Wood County, Powers Bluff rises above the relatively flat terrain to 1,472 feet above sea level, making it the 13th highest point in Wisconsin. The bluff is the centerpiece of Powers Bluff County Park, which offers trails year-round. In winter, Powers Bluff has a very popular tubing hill. A 250-foot vertical drop offers winter fun for tubers, along with downhill skiers and snowboarders. You can purchase tickets in advance here. Lift tickets price are generally $13.
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Powers Bluff is waiting to open for the season.
Perkinstown Winter Sports Area
Tubing, cross country trails, snowshoe trails
N4168 Winter Sports Rd., Medford, WI 54451, 715-785-7722, 
Perkinstown Winter Sports Area is four-chute hill with a tow rope and a set of stairs. Perkinstown also offers 9 miles of cross-country and snowshoe trails that weave through the beautiful Chequamegon National Forest. No need to bring your own gear as equipment rentals are available on-site at reasonable full- and half-day rates. The trails are groomed on a regular basis. The chalet offers a place to warm up along with snacks and concessions. You can even reserve a space for your private group. Perkinstown Winter Sports Area is open Saturdays and Sundays, based on weather conditions. Be sure to call ahead at 715-905-0569 or check online at: facebook.com/Perkinstown-Winter-Sports-Area. They accept cash and checks, no debit or credit cards.
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Perkinstown Winter Sports Area is waiting to open for the season.
Standing Rocks Winter Recreation Area
Downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing
7782 Standing Rocks Road, Stevens Point, WI 54482, 715-743-5140
Standing Rocks is a Portage County park in the Stevens Point area with activities available year ’round. In winter, it’s the “Standing Rocks Winter Recreation Area” offering downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, and snowshoe trails.
Snow Report: As of 12/16, Standing Rocks Park is waiting to open for the season.
Bruce Mound Winter Sports Area
Downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing
N791 Bruce Mound Avenue, Merrillan, WI 54754, 715-743-5140,
Bruce Mound Winter Sports Area dates back to 1948, when it was started by the Half Moon Ski Club. Clark County took it over in 1960. Bruce Mound offers skiing, including lit trails at night, the longest of which is a 3,000-foot slope and a 375′ vertical; six of the trails are “expert” level. They have trails for all skill levels, 10 slopes for snowboarding, five tubing runs, a rental shop, and a Chalet with a restaurant.
Snow Report: Bruce Mound will have an opening date of December 20th.
Western Wisconsin
Mt. La Crosse
Downhill skiing, snowboarding
N5549 Old Town Hall Road, La Crosse, WI 54601, 608-788-0044,
Mt. La Crosse is located just minutes southeast of downtown La Crosse, close to Stoddard in the heart of Wisconsin’s Driftless Area just off U.S. 14/61 and Highway 35. With a summit elevation of 1,110 feet, they offer a 516-foot vertical drop – one of the largest in the Midwest. The Mileaway is one of the longest ski runs in the Midwest and offers a gentler slope, while Damnation is Mid-America’s steepest trail. Overall, Mt. La Crosse offers 18 runs and a terrain park. The St. Bernard Bar in the beautiful A-frame chalet is a popular spot for… refreshments… before or after! And the Mt. La Crosse Winter Pop-Up Shop will be back. Regular hours are Monday-Thursday Noon-8pm, Friday-Saturday 10am-8pm, and Sunday 10am-7pm.
Snow report: (as of 12/1) Mt. La Crosse has fresh snow and will be open soon for the season.
Whitetail Ridge Ski & Tubing
Downhill skiing, tubing
8061 West J Street, Fort McCoy, WI 54656, 608-388-4498
Whitetail Ridge is located on the grounds of Fort McCoy, between Sparta and Tomah. Supported by National Ski Patrol, Whitetail Ridge offers slopes with a vertical drop over 185′ in the heart of the Driftless Area. The longest run is 1,300 feet and you can ride up using their T-Bar. Tubers can access multiple runs up to 800 feet long. Whitetail Ridge also maintains and grooms 5 miles of cross-country ski trails which are free to use; equipment can be rented for $10/day. The Chalet and Ten Point Pub offers a chance to warm up and grab food and drinks.
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Whitetail Ridge will open soon!!
Trollhaugen
Downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing, ziplining
2332 100th Avenue, Dresser, WI 54009, 715-755-2955,
Trollhaugen is in Dresser along Highway 35, not far from the beautiful topography of Interstate State Park near the Minnesota border. Popular with Twin Cities skiers, Trollhaugen offers 23 runs, four terrain parks, three chair lifts, and a rope tow with a peak summit at 1,200 feet. Trollhaugen, which originally opened back in 1950, added the tubing runs in 2004 and by 2012 added the Trollhaugen Adventure Park, which offers six zip lines and a 120 element aerial challenge course. Their three-phase multi-year terrain expansion project continues.
Snow Report: As of 12/1: Trollhaugen reports a base ranging from 12-36″
11% of runs open
1 of 4 chairlifts open
1 of 4 rope tows open
Tubing is closed
1 of 4 terrain parks open
You can also follow their latest daily updates here.
Badlands Sno-Park
Tubing
772 Kinney Road, Hudson, WI 54016, 715-386-1856,
Just outside Hudson in its 55th season, Badlands Sno-Park offers a variety of tubing hills across 25 acres; in all, they offer seven hills and five rope tows. Hours are generally 5pm – 8pm Wednesday-Friday; 10am – 1pm, 1:30 – 4:30pm, and 5pm – 8pm Saturday; and 10am – 1pm, 1:30pm – 4:30pm Sunday. You’ll find Badlands Sno-Park along Kinney Road east of Hudson, near I-94, U.S. 12, and Highway 35.
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Badlands is awaiting official announcement of their opening day. You can purchase Lift tickets online here.
Snowcrest Ski Area (in process of returning)
Downhill skiing, possibly more
Somerset, WI 54025,
It’s coming back! Snowcrest was a popular ski area before closing in 1979, and its resurrection is underway. Part of today’s St. Croix National Golf & Event Center and their efforts to use the land year ’round, Snowcrest is being rebuilt. When will it open? We don’t know for sure yet. Previously, Snowcrest had 17 runs, 3 double chair lifts, and 7 rope tows. Also, 8 miles of groomed cross-country trails were just to the south. No word on if those will re-open.
Perched right along Highways 35 & 64 in Somerset, we’ll have more details shortly. Stay tuned!
Snow Report: As of 12/1: Snowcrest is not yet open, we will stay on top of their plans.
Northwestern Wisconsin
Christie Mountain
Downhill skiiing, cross country skiing, snowboarding, tubing
W13755 County Road O, Bruce, WI 54819, 715-868-7800,
In the beautiful Blue Hills – and “Home of the Blue Hills Beast” – near Bruce, Christie Mountain offers 30+ trails with 26 lighted runs, the longest of which is 5,000 feet. The vertical drop is 350 feet and six lifts, one double and five surface, bring you back up. They also offer a ski school, tubing, and extensive rentals for both skiers and snowboarders. Christie Mountain does not require advanced purchase or registration.
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Christie Mountain reports a likely opening day of Friday, December 5th!
Mont du Lac Resort
Downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing, snowshoeing
3125 S. Mont du Lac Drive, Superior, WI 54880, 888-258-0013,
Wisconsin’s northwestern-most ski destination, Mont du Lac actually requires driving into the southern neighborhoods of Duluth, Minnesota before you can access it. Minnesota Highway 23 ducks into Wisconsin for less than one mile due to the road’s angle and the state line shifting from a water boundary on the St. Louis River to a land boundary that runs straight north-south. It’s strange, but once you’re in that little Wisconsin “zone” on Minnesota 23, you can hit Mont du Lac Drive and enjoy some great skiing in Superior. Mont du Lac offers 8 trails and 3 lifts with a vertical drop of 320 feet. The expert runs include a western-style bowl covering over 10 acres, plus mogul runs, un-groomed terrain, and tree skiing. Thursday nights are tele-skiing nights with instructors available for lessons. The Outta Bounds Tubing Park will be available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and all-day passes run $19.99. Mont du Lac also features two restaurants and two bars, and plenty of activities in other seasons, from mountain biking and disc golf to archery.
Snow Report: As of 12/1 Mont du Lac is open, reporting “Fair” conditions and 1 of 11 runs open.
Mt. Ashwabay Ski Area
Downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowboarding, tubing, Fat Tire biking, skijoring
32525 Ski Hill Road, Bayfield, WI 54814, 715-779-3227,
Offering a 317 foot vertical drop in the vicinity of Lake Superior – the views are stellar – Mt. Ashwabay is where you’ll find Big Top Chautauqua in the summer, and 12 downhill ski and snowboard runs covering over 65 acres, 25 miles’ worth of groomed trails for cross country skiing, and Fat Tire bike riding in winter. Tubing will be closed for this season. For dog lovers, skijoring is also available. And this is cool: Mt. Ashwabay is one of two Tier 1 “Virtual Birkie” sites in the nation!
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Mt. Ashwabay is getting everything ready and will open soon for the season.
Whitecap Mountain Resort
Downhill skiing, snowboarding
9106 W. County Road E, Upson, WI 54565, 715-561-2227,
Located in the Lake Superior snowbelt, the three peaks of the Whitecap Mountains get plenty of natural snow annually – often over 200 inches! The extensive complex offers 43 runs, 4 double chair lifts, one triple, and one quad; vertical drop is about 400 feet into an Austrian-style ski village below. The runs are well-distributed across ability levels, and cover around 400 acres; a ski map is recommended. There’s also a terrain park, lessons, lodging, and more. You can get to Whitecap Mountain via Highway 122, north of Highway 77, west of U.S. 51, and south of U.S. 2 – all a little west of Hurley and southeast from Ashland.
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Whitecap is open and, while doing some reorganizing, they just got a lot of snow and opened on November 29th. They are spending the week prepping and grooming the trails, more to come! You can get updated details at 715-561-2227 or checking their Facebook Page.
Northeastern Wisconsin
Paul Bunyan Ski Hill
Downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing
15360 Ski Hill Lane, Lakewood, WI 54138, 715-850-1129,
Paul Bunyan Ski Hill reopened in 2022 after a quarter century of being closed. The Kerscher family originally purchased the hill in 1986 but had to close the ski hill in 1995. They have several ski runs available now but plan to add six more runs, snowshoeing, and a skating rink in the upcoming years. Tubing will also be available for $15 for a 2-hour slot. You’ll find Paul Bunyan Ski Hill in Lakewood just off Highway 32 in Oconto County, about 9 miles north of Mountain.
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Paul Bunyan Ski Hill is awaiting their opening date, their Facebook page has the most timely updates.
Kettlebowl Ski Hill & Cross Country Trails
Downhill skiing, cross-country skiing
N6875 State Highway 52, Bryant, WI 54418, 715-216-0371,
Situated between Antigo and Lily along Highway 52 in Langlade County, Kettlebowl offers weekend skiing from Noon – 4pm when weather cooperates and volunteers are available – this is very much a community ski area. With 5 trails, they are family- and beginner-friendly, with 4 of them slated for beginners and one for intermediate-skill skiiers. The vertical drop from the top hill is 325 feet. Kettlebowl is a great value; they offer low-priced lift tickets topping out at $5 for kids under 18 and $10 for adults. They offer five rope tows and a nice chalet for warming and refreshments. They are CASH ONLY.
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Kettlebowl is awaiting for fresh snowfall and will be open soon!
Camp 10 Ski & Snowboard
Downhill skiing, snowboarding
1604 Camp 10 Road, Rhinelander, WI 54502, 715-362-0506,
Camp 10 is a family-oriented ski and snowboard area southwest of Rhinelander that offers a total of 15 runs, a chair lift, two T-Bar lifts, and a beginner tow for downhill activities. You can snowshoe on trails, learn at their ski and snowboard school, rent needed equipment, or eat and drink in the cafeteria.
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Camp 10 will be opening soon! Hours are Saturday & Sunday 9:30am-4pm.
Winter Park Ski & Tubing Area
Downhill skiing, tubing
N3787 Ransom Moore Lane, Kewaunee, WI 54216, 920-388-7199,
Winter Park Ski Hill is just outside of Kewaunee, taking advantage of the Niagara Escarpment’s hills. They offer several tubing runs. The ski and snowboard hill does feature a 160′ vertical drop; the 5 tubing runs offer a 70′ vertical. Winter Park offers rental and uses a T-Bar lift system. You cannot reserve space there in advance; Winter Park is first-come, first-served.
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Winter Park is awaiting its opening date – but it is soon! Once open, hours are 10am-4pm Saturday for tubing and skiing; Sunday hours are 11am-5pm for tubing, 11am-4pm for skiing.
Keyes Peak
Downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, tubing
4960 Highway 101, Florence, WI 54121, 715-528-3228,
A county-owned park and ski area, Keyes Peak (pronounced “Kai-yez”) offers a 230 foot vertical from the highest point in Florence County. It opened in 1964 as a ski hill but now also has tubing runs and room for snowboarding along with cross country ski trails. There are 5 trails, 3 lifts, and night skiing is offered. Rates are $12 for adults, $10 for students, and $8 for kids 12 and under. Hours are 3pm – 9pm Friday, 11am – 9pm Saturday, and Noon – 7pm Sunday. Keyes Peak only accepts cash or checks, no credit cards.
Snow Report: As of 12/1, Keyes Peak is awaiting its official opening date.
Updates will continue throughout the winter season. And we welcome your feedback and input on any of these locations – anything we can do to enhance your road trips, especially in winter!
