How to Go Skiing in Mont Du Lac, Wisconsin

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.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Book Lodging and Transportation for Mont du Lac

1. Book your accommodations in the nearby city of Superior, Wisconsin, by visiting the Wisconsin Department of Tourism's Web site (see Resources below). You can also book over the phone by calling [phone].
2. Choose from several inexpensive hotels along Superior Bay.
3. Consider staying in the nearby towns of Duluth, Minneapolis or St. Paul, Minnesota, during your ski trip to Mont du Lac. These towns offer expensive hotels bordering Lake Superior, moderately priced bed and breakfasts housed in Victorian mansions and budget hotels located near the city centers.
4. Fly to Duluth International Airport (DLH).
5. Rent a car from your lodging outside of Mont du Lac. There are no viable public transportation options to get to the ski area.

Get to Know the Mont de Lac Ski Area

6. Keep in mind that Mont du Lac is a medium-sized, affordable ski area with a relaxed atmosphere. It is considered a great ski trip to book for families with children and skiers who are just beginning.
7. Notice the moderately sized Mont du Lac slopes. The base elevation of the area is 617 feet, and the elevation of the summit is 917 feet.
8. Check out the current ski conditions at the Ski Town Mountain Resort Guide Web site (see Resources below).

Prepare for the Slopes in Mont du Lac

9. Book one-hour lessons with the snow sports department of the Mont du Lac Ski Area. Lessons should be reserved one day in advance; group or private lessons are available.
10. Rent ski equipment from the Mont du Lac Ski Area. Skis and accessory rental rates are available on the Web site (see Resources below) along with a printable rental form.
11. Purchase lift tickets for the rope tow or double chair lift in Mont du Lac, or online. Rates are more economical the longer you ski.
12. Enjoy the more than 300-foot vertical drop and seven runs designed for various experience levels of skiers. The longest run featured at the resort measures 2,400 feet.
13. Experience the variety of snow activities Mont du Lac has to offer: snowboarding, sledding and snow tubing, when there is enough snowfall.

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