Skiing in Iowa
Iowa is a ski destination in United States, part of the North America region, with 5 ski resorts to explore. The skiing spans elevations from 225m to 388m, giving a vertical range of 163m. Across the area there are 9km of prepared pistes. There are 47 runs in total - 19 easy, 20 intermediate, 8 advanced - catering to all ability levels. 14 ski lifts serve the slopes, including 9 chairlifts. Notable resorts in the area include Crescent Hills, Sundown Mountain Resort, Seven Oaks and Sleepy Hollow Sports Park. The ski season typically runs from November to April. A daily adult lift pass costs around €180 on average.
Ski Resorts in Iowa
5 ski resorts in Iowa
Crescent Hills
Crescent Hill at Hitchcock, formerly Mt. Crescent Ski Area, is currently fundraising to implement a Four-Season Master Plan for new year-round recreation activities and infrastructure. The resort offers elevated adventures and operates with a no-refund policy.
Horseshoe Bend
Horseshoe Bend Winter Sports Area is a tubing hill that operates on weekends and some school breaks, weather permitting, as it lacks snow-making capabilities. A single tow rope assists tubers up the hill, with a daily pass costing $15 per person.
Seven Oaks
Our summer activities include full service canoe, kayak and river tube floats on the Des Moines River. Camping and paintball also available.
Sleepy Hollow Sports Park
It’s outdoor fun everyone will enjoy in every season. The unique Snowflex® hill is designed for every skill level and almost every age, 3 and up.
Sundown Mountain Resort
WELCOME TO SUNDOWN MOUNTAIN RESORT Since 1973, Sundown Mountain Resort is a family-friendly ski and snowboard destination just outside Dubuque in the scenic Driftless Region of eastern Iowa. Offering some […]
Iowa at a Glance
Aggregate stats across 5 resorts
Total Resorts
5
Total Piste km
9 km
Total Lifts
12
Elevation Range
225–388 m
Avg Day Pass
€147
Total Runs
47
Where to start in Iowa
Top picks across 1 category
Best value
- 1.Horseshoe BendExcellent
- 2.Crescent HillsGood
- 3.Seven OaksGood
Top Resorts in Iowa
Sorted by Piste km
| Resort | Piste km | Vert. Drop (m) | Lifts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Hills | 3 | 67 | 2 |
| Sundown Mountain Resort | 3 | 127 | 6 |
| Seven Oaks | 2 | 51 | 2 |
| Sleepy Hollow Sports Park | 1 | 35 | 1 |
| Horseshoe Bend | - | - | 1 |
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