How to Go Skiing in Riverside Hills, Iowa

Riverside Hills Ski Resort is located approximately eight miles outside of Iowa City, Iowa. This ski area is a popular destination for college students and families seeking an exciting escape of snowboarding and skiing on six downhill trails. The longest run is 1,400 feet, while the skiable area is slightly more than 40 acres. The ski resort gets over 60 inches of annual snowfall and also has snow-making ability. Easily accessible by car, Riverside Hills is a family-friendly ski resort ideal for those being introduced to the sport and for others looking for nearby slopes to sharpen their skills.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer with Internet access
• Valid credit card

Book Accommodations Near Riverside Hills

1. Find accommodations in nearby communities such as Iowa City, University Heights, Lone Tree or Coralville by visiting the Iowa City/Coralville Convention & Visitors Bureau Web site (see Resources below) or by calling [phone].
2. Choose from a variety of moderately priced full-service hotels, locally owned motels and quaint bed and breakfasts located within a few miles of Riverside Hills.

Book Your Trip to Riverside Hills

3. Fly into Eastern Iowa/Cedar Rapids Airport or Southeast Iowa Regional. Each airport is located within 60 miles of Riverside Hills.
4. Take Interstates 80 or 380 to State Route 1. Go south for approximately 12 miles until you reach Riverside Hills. Once inside city limits, follow the signs to the ski resort.
5. Call the Riverside Hills information line at [phone] for rates, special group pricing, hours of operation and other general facts for your trip.

Enjoy Riverside Hills

6. Experience the rush of Riverside Hills' 190-foot vertical drop.
7. Use any of the three lifts to get to Riverside Hills's six trails. With most of the ski resort's runs rated blue or higher, these slopes offer enough challenge for even advanced skiers and snowboarders to hone their craft.
8. Learn the ropes with other novice skiers on the bunny slopes before testing your mettle on steeper and longer runs.
9. Take a break from the action and warm up to a cup of hot cocoa at the guest lodge, where a selection of satisfying treats and tasty beverages awaits.
10. Teach a child or a friend who is new to the sport how to ski or snowboard in Riverside Hills's fun and safe snow environment.

Tips & Warnings

• Book your trip online to view virtual tours of selected accommodations.
• Riverside Hills Ski Area does not have an official Web site.
• Lift tickets cannot be purchased via the Internet.

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