Detroit Mountain Recreation Area
Ski resort
Detroit Mountain Recreation Area is a community-focused ski resort located in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. It offers a variety of winter activities suitable for all ages, making it a family-friendly destination. The skiing conditions at Detroit Mountain are generally reliable with artificial snowmaking supplementing natural snowfall to ensure a consistent skiing experience throughout the season, which typically runs from late November to early March. The terrain at Detroit Mountain caters to all skill levels, with beginner-friendly slopes available, as well as more challenging runs for experienced skiers. The resort features a terrain park for those looking to practice their freestyle skills. While there are no designated backcountry areas, the resort does offer cross country trails for Nordic skiing enthusiasts. Night skiing is available, providing a unique experience under the lights. The lift system includes a handle tow, a conveyor, and chairlifts to access the various trails. The views from the slopes include picturesque landscapes of the surrounding Minnesota woodlands. Beyond skiing and snowboarding, Detroit Mountain Recreation Area offers additional winter activities such as a snow tubing hill, ice skating rink, and snowshoeing trails. There are no specific snowmobiling or sledding areas within the resort, but the region around Detroit Lakes is known for its snowmobiling trails.
Details
Affiliated passes:Indy
Hours:
Varies by day and season, typically: Thursday-Friday 3pm-8pm, Saturday 10am-8pm, Sunday 11am-6pm
Location
29409 170th St, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, USAGPS: 46.813, -95.7832

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