Resort Comparison

Hole in the Mountain vs Lutsen Mountains

Hole in the Mountain excels for families prioritizing family features, while Lutsen Mountains offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Hole in the Mountain leads with 5 wins

Best for Families

Hole in the Mountain

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall

Lutsen Mountains

64.4" average season

Best Terrain

Hole in the Mountain

Impressive mountain

Best Value

Hole in the Mountain

$0 day pass

Easiest Access

Hole in the Mountain

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe

Hole in the Mountain

Pleasant base area

Hole in the Mountain

Minnesota, United States

$$

Lutsen Mountains

Minnesota, United States

$$

Family

Ski School Age

-

-

Full-Day Program

-

-

Beginner Terrain

6.5

5.0

Walkability

5.0

5.0

Village Vibe

5.0

5.0

Mountain

Vertical

1,640'

777'

Skiable Area

0 ac

0 ac

Green Runs

25%

9%

Trails

10

69

Lifts

2

8

Getting There

Airport

MSP

MSP

Drive Time

2h

2h

Road Ease

5.0

5.0

Cost

Passes

None

None

Day Pass

$0

$0

Cost Tier

Moderate

Moderate

Village

Dining

Limited

Limited

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Hole in the Mountain

39.3"

avg season

2024-25 season

19.8" total

50%

Lutsen Mountains

64.4"

avg season

2024-25 season

51.6" total

80%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

64"32"0"

Hole in the Mountain

Lutsen Mountains

Key Insights

Hole in the Mountain excels for families prioritizing family features, while Lutsen Mountains offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Key Differences

Hole in the Mountain's beginner terrain score (6.5) exceeds Lutsen Mountains's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
Hole in the Mountain offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)
Hole in the Mountain has greater vertical drop (1,640' vs 777'), offering longer runs

Best For

Hole in the Mountain

Families with first-time skiers (good beginner terrain)
Budget-conscious families

Lutsen Mountains

Budget-conscious families

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