Minnesota's #1
Ski Area

Voted Minnesota’s Best Ski Resort and Best Weekend Destination by Minnesotans through the Star Tribune’s annual Best of MN reader’s choice awards, Giants Ridge is the premier year-round getaway for families and outdoor enthusiasts across the Midwest. Located an easy drive from both the Twin Cities metro and Duluth, it’s the perfect close-to-home escape for four-season fun.

A Four-Season Destination, Closer Than You Think

Set in the heart of Minnesota’s Superior National Forest, Giants Ridge delivers unmatched winter adventure and year-round recreation. From alpine skiing, snowboarding and a dedicated terrain park to world-class Nordic skiing, tubing, fat biking and snowshoeing, Giants Ridge offers something for every level of outdoor enthusiast.

In summer, Giants Ridge transforms into an outdoor playground featuring Minnesota’s top public golf courses, lift‑served mountain biking with lessons for all ages, an 18‑hole disc golf course, a climbing wall, and one of the area’s best slopeside restaurants. No matter how the day is spent, the new Pool & Sauna Haus provides the perfect place for families and friends to relax and rejuvenate for tomorrow’s adventures.

We’re excited to be part of Adventures Unbound, a new initiative that connects iconic destinations across the country, dedicated to exceptional experiences in America’s great outdoors. From charming lodges to grand state and national parks, we offer a variety of settings and activities for every adventurer. Your next adventure awaits!