Resort Comparison

Lester-Amity Ski Trails vs Spirit Mountain

Spirit Mountain excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain. Lester-Amity Ski Trails offers better value, while Spirit Mountain caters to those seeking a premium experience.

The Verdict

Spirit Mountain leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Spirit Mountain

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Lester-Amity Ski Trails

51.4" average season

Best Terrain
Spirit Mountain

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Lester-Amity Ski Trails

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Spirit Mountain

0.3h from DLH

Best Village Vibe
Spirit Mountain

Pleasant base area

Lester-Amity Ski Trails
Minnesota, United States
$$
Spirit Mountain
Minnesota, USA
$Independent

Family

Ski School Age
-
3+
Full-Day Program
-
Beginner Terrain
6.5
8.0
Walkability
5.0
7.0
Village Vibe
5.0
7.0

Mountain

Vertical
353'
700'
Skiable Area
0 ac
175 ac
Green Runs
25%
30%
Trails
10
22
Lifts
2
7

Getting There

Airport
MSP
DLH
Drive Time
2h
0.3h
Road Ease
5.0
8.5

Cost

Passes
None
Independent
Day Pass
$0
$59
Cost Tier
Moderate
Budget

Village

Dining
Limited
Moderate
Grocery
Spa
Pool

Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Lester-Amity Ski Trails

51.4"

avg season

2024-25 season

33.9" total

66%

Spirit Mountain

47.6"

avg season

2024-25 season

30.8" total

65%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
51"26"0"
Lester-Amity Ski Trails
Spirit Mountain

Key Insights

Spirit Mountain excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain. Lester-Amity Ski Trails offers better value, while Spirit Mountain caters to those seeking a premium experience.

Key Differences

  • Spirit Mountain's beginner terrain score (8.0) exceeds Lester-Amity Ski Trails's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Spirit Mountain's walkability score (7.0) exceeds Lester-Amity Ski Trails's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Spirit Mountain's family village atmosphere score (7.0) exceeds Lester-Amity Ski Trails's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Spirit Mountain offers more terrain variety (175 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Spirit Mountain has greater vertical drop (700' vs 353'), offering longer runs

Best For

Lester-Amity Ski Trails

  • Budget-conscious families

Spirit Mountain

  • Families with first-time skiers (excellent beginner terrain)
  • Those seeking a walkable village experience
  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere

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