Cross-Country Skiing
Regular Hours
Cross-country ski trails are open Monday–Sunday, 5 AM–10 PM. See trail conditions. Reservations are not required for cross-country skiing if using your own equipment.
Ski Passes
Season passes and daily passes can be purchased online, by calling 763-559-6700 or at the chalet.
| Cross-country Ski Pass Prices | |
|---|---|
| Daily pass | $7 plus tax for natural snow parks $10 plus tax for Elm Creek and Hyland |
| Season pass | $90 plus tax for all parks |
Equipment Rental
Advance equipment reservation is required. Cross-country ski sets can be reserved up to seven days in advance as trail conditions allow; same-day reservations are available.
Reservations for both classic skis and skate skis can be made online or over the phone by calling 763-559-6700.
Youth (Ages 11 and younger) | Adult (Ages 12+) | |
|---|---|---|
| Classic ski package | $10 plus tax | $14 plus tax |
| Skate ski package | $15 plus tax | $19 plus tax |
Elm Creek Chalet Hours
Hours for cross-country skiing, the downhill ski and snowboard area and the tubing hill may be different from chalet hours. Please see specific activity hours before your visit.
2024–2025 Hours
| Regular Hours | |
|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday–Sunday | 8 AM–9 PM |
Downhill Skiing and Snowboarding
Closed for the 2024–2025 season. See you next winter!
March Adjusted Hours
| Regular Hours | |
|---|---|
| Monday–Thursday | 3–9 PM |
Rates & Passes
| Ages 4 and younger | Ages 5+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | Free | $20 plus tax |
| Season pass | Free | $265 plus tax |
| 10-visit punch pass | $170 plus tax | $170 plus tax |
Season passes and 10-visit punch passes can be purchased online or by phone at 763-559-6700.
Equipment Rental
| Rental Prices | |
|---|---|
| Downhill skis, boots, poles | $22 plus tax |
| Snowboard boots and board | $22 plus tax |
| Helmet | $7.50 plus tax |
Tubing
Closed for the 2024–2025 season. See you next winter!
Reservations
Advance reservations are strongly encouraged. When open, please check availability online before coming to the hill.
Reservations can be made online or by calling our reservations office at 763-559-6700. A maximum of 10 tubes per day can be reserved.
- 2024-2025 Hours
Regular Hours Monday–Tuesday Closed Wednesday–Friday 4–9 PM Saturday–Sunday 10 AM–9 PM Holiday Hours Jan. 20 10 AM–9 PM Feb. 17 10 AM–9 PM
- 2024-2025 Rates
Tubing Rates 2 hours of tubing $18 plus tax Special: Half-price Wednesdays! Join us on Wednesday nights for two hours of tubing for $9.00 plus tax.
Reciprocal Passes
Alpine season pass holders enjoy the following discounts:
Winter Recreation Area of Elm Creek And Hyland Hills Ski Area
Winter Recreation Area of Elm Creek season pass holders receive a daily rate of $15 at Hyland Hills. Hyland Hills season pass holders get a daily rate of $5 at the Winter Recreation Area for downhill skiing or snowboarding.
Giants Ridge
Biwabik, MN
Get 20% off an adult or child full-day lift ticket Giants Ridge. Valid any day!
MSAA 4th Grade Passport Program
MSAA 4th Grade Passport Program members are eligible for three visits to Elm Creek during the 2024-2025 season. Pass holders must present their pass at the ticket window or guest services desk.
