Spirit Mountain Recreation Area

Ski resort · Duluth ·

Spirit Mountain Recreation Area

Ski resort · Duluth ·

Winter skiing and summer mountain biking with alpine coaster

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9500 Spirit Mountain Pl, Duluth, MN 55810 Get directions

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"With a 700‑foot vertical drop, 175 skiable acres, an extensive trail system, and fabulous views of Lake Superior, this premier destination offers some of the Midwest’s best skiing and snowboarding in winter, then transforms in summer into a lift‑accessed mountain biking park where adventure enthusiasts can hone their skills." - Jacqueline Kehoe Jacqueline Kehoe Jacqueline Kehoe is an award-winning writer, editor, and photographer. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, National Geographic, Lonely Planet, Afar, Sierra, Backpacker, Thrillist, Midwest Living, and elsewhere. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Spirit Mountain Recreation Area

The Google R.

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Spirit mountain has some of the best skiing in the midwest. The runs are always groomed well and the side hits and woods runs are great. The views you see at spirit mountain are amazing as well and the atmosphere is just great. The terrain park has plenty of features and the jump lines are sooo well built. The jump lines always give you the perfect speed and just feel great. Highly recommend.

Carter

Google

Loved the terrain park had great features but not beginner friendly. The food was great and tasted amazing. Lifts were fast and comfortable. Overall a great resort to visit.

Matthew N

Google

Highly recommend coming to Spirit for their tubing hill. The quality of the runs was great and they provide both a rope tug up the hill or you can walk it if you want to save time and get some exercise.

A Little of E.

Google

The Coaster ride was super fun and a little scary during the quick turns. The line was crazy long with about 40 people in front of us. It took about a minute per person for the line to move...guessing. the scenery was amazing during the ride. It was fairly easy to get on and off the ride. Im a bigger person. My husband is very tall and he fit fine. It was easy to control the carts.

Carson M.

Google

While this place is a little far from the twin cities it’s more than worth it to go. Tons of runs with feature like a half pipe, rollers, small and big jump lines, and tons of tree runs. Not only can you hit your new top speed, but you can find fantastic views of Duluth and the sunset. Super chill beautiful vibes with great food and plenty of lounge area in the chalet.

Allan D.

Google

Spirit Mountain is one of those places that’s just fun no matter the season. As a season pass holder, I’m there a lot, and it never gets old. In the winter, the skiing is solid every time well groomed runs, a good mix of terrain, and great views of Lake Superior that make even a cold day worth it. Summer is just as good with mountain biking. The trails are fast, flowy, and well maintained, with enough technical features to keep things interesting. It feels welcoming, laid back, and built for people who genuinely love being outside.

Briana L.

Google

Our kids were 5 and 3 when we visited last fall. We didn't know for sure what to expect so only bought the minimum to try out the coaster. Our kids LOVED it so much I wish I had planned some extra time here. When we go back in the future the all day pass will be so worth it!

Joshua W.

Google

Before you come just recognize that this ski hill is the most poorly run operation in the state of Minnesota. With that bar set the rest of your experience should be fine. Good luck Post 1/31/26 update: I wish to let the staff at Spirit know they absolutely handled ski race weekend with perfection for non-race guests. Thank you for the up front transparency and communications, service at riverside chalet was excellent, and racer management - closed runs and lift access practices meant limited experience degradation for the rest of us.

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Spirit Mountain Recreation Area

The Google R.

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Carter

Google

Loved the terrain park had great features but not beginner friendly. The food was great and tasted amazing. Lifts were fast and comfortable. Overall a great resort to visit.

Matthew N

Google

A Little of E.

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Carson M.

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Allan D.

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Briana L.

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Joshua W.

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