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Bluewood is a lesser-known ski area in southeastern Washington, east of the Tri-Cities area and northeast of Walla Walla. It has the second highest elevation base for a ski area in Washington state and enjoys about 300 inches of snowfall ... more »
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Bryce, Virginia houses the Bryce Resort, which has a range of year-round activities in addition to downhill skiing and tubing. Located two hours from Washington, D.C. in West Virginia, Bryce has eight ski trails with an even distribution of ... more »
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Canaan Valley Resort is a winter playground offering just about everything under the sun. Skiing, ice skating, tubing, cross-country, snowshoeing and snowboarding are all available--you can even try out a new trend called 'airboarding.' In fact, ... more »
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Considered by many to be the premier skiing destination in Wisconsin, Cascade Mountain offers 10 ski lifts, 34 challenging trails for all skill levels and fun snow tubing trails to boot. With an annual snowfall of around 80 inches, you're sure to ... more »
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The Blue Hills of Northern Wisconsin are home to Christie Mountain Ski and Snowboard area. You'll find traditional skiing as well as snow tube runs, cross-country ski trails and plenty of rails and tabletops for snowboarding enthusiasts. The ski ... more »
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Crystal Ridge is located just minutes outside of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, making it the ideal weekend getaway for Midwest outdoor enthusiasts. This small ski area packs a punch with some of the more challenging runs in the region, all while ... more »
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Devil's Head Resort is home to the longest run in Wisconsin, measuring more than a mile! Located near Madison, Wisconsin, and the family-friendly Wisconsin Dells area, you're sure to find comfortable and affordable accommodations at this ... more »
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Echo Valley sits in the vacationer's paradise of Chelan, Washington, and provides an alternative to some of the state's larger and more densely crowded ski areas. Offering slope options for skiers of all skill levels and ages, Echo Valley, ... more »
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The Grand Targhee Ski Resort in the Caribou/Targhee National Forest of Wyoming offers not only alpine and Nordic skiing, but also snowboarding, Snow Cat adventures, dogsled tours and snowshoe tours. Accommodations are available on site and nearby... more »
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With over 70 challenging runs and an amazing 700-foot vertical drop, Granite Peak is easily one of the largest ski areas in the Midwest. Test out your skills on one of the two mogul runs or take it easy on the beginner runs. Located in Wausau, ... more »
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Hogadon Ski Area is a small winter sports area about 11 miles south of Casper, Wyoming. With close to half of the ski runs at a black diamond rating, this area boasts great terrain and tough trails for the advanced skier... more »
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Jackson Hole Mountain Ski Resort celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2006. Since that time, the ski resort has emerged as one of the most popular in the state of Wyoming, offering visitors 76 trails and 11 lifts to access them... more »
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Visir Jay Peak, Vermont and discover everything it has to offer. This ski area is open between November and April, and their hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and weekends and holidays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m... more »
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Located in Northern Wisconsin, Keyes Peak Ski Hill is a quaint little ski area operated by the Florence County Forestry and Parks Department. Book a ski trip here and kick back in a charming log cabin or stay in nearby Florence, Wisconsin. With ... more »
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Killington, Vermont is a fantastic ski destination. Its season occurs between October and May and the mountain is open on weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. and on weekends between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m... more »
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Leavenworth Ski Hill, Washington is a perfect place to teach your kids how to ski and for the whole family to enjoy a day on the slopes, whether you like downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or tubing. It's a wonderful family ... more »
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Little Switzerland is one of the top ski trip destinations in the Midwest dating back to 1941. Located just 25 miles north of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and 100 miles north of Chicago, this top ski destination has 15 trails on the front and back of ... more »
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More than just luring avid skiers with its memorable name, Loup Loup Ski Bowl in north central Washington offers short lines, great Alpine and Nordic skiing, safety, and fun for all ages and skill levels of skiers. It has all the amenities and ... more »
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Have a mad time at the Mad River Glen. Mad River Glen, Vermont is open between December and mid-April. Its hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on the weekends from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m... more »
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In operation for over 35 years, Massanutten, Virginia is a family-friendly ski resort that has activities year-round. You'll find Massanutten just off Interstate 81, about 10 minutes from Harrisonburg, Virginia. There are 14 ski trails to choose ... more »
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Book a ski or snowboard trip to Middlebury College Snow Bowl, Vermont. This ski park is open from December until April. Its hours of operation will vary depending on snow conditions, however, it will typically be open between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ... more »
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For the avid skier, Mission Ridge is one of the premier ski area in the state of Washington, mostly because of the quality of its powder. Its powder is so light and so consistent that it is sometimes compared to ski areas in the usually ... more »
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Mont du Lac Ski Area is located in the beautiful mountains of Wisconsin. This resort, bordering the St. Louis River, makes its own snow and features 55 acres of manicured ski runs geared toward experts and beginners alike... more »
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Mount Ashwabay offers skiing for all levels of skiers on the slopes in Wisconsin. The Mount Ashwabay Recreation Area provides snow and snow sports with a view of Lake Superior and nearby lodging for your trip... more »
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Mount Snow is a Vermont ski area that provides Alpine skiing, snow tubing and snowboarding opportunities. This winter recreation area is open between November and mid-April... more »