Looking for an exhilarating winter adventure near La Crosse? Keep reading for highlights of the best skiing and snowboarding destinations in the area, offering something for every skill level and plenty of fun in the snow!
Mount La CrosseÂ
Location: N5549 Old Town Hall Road, La Crosse
Mount La Crosse offers 18 different scenic trails and slopes nestled in the bluffs, catering to beginners, seasoned skiers, and snowboarders! The resort features a terrain park, night skiing, chair lifts, and a unique A-frame chalet with dining and an award-winning après-ski bar. Check out their lift rates, rentals, and special nights here!Â
Snowflake Ski Club
Location: E7940 County Road P, Westby
Just a short drive from La Crosse, the Snowflake Ski Club has been a hub for ski jumping enthusiasts for decades. Learn how to ski jump with the Skier Membership, or have the kids try out the sport with the Youth Ski Jump Team. Each winter, the club also hosts international competitions on its Olympic-sized 118-meter hill, attracting athletes and spectators from around the globe. This year, international ski jumpers from the US, Norway, Poland, and Slovenia will be at the tournament!
Whitetail Ridge Ski Area
Location: 8061 South F Street, Fort McCoyÂ
Whitetail Ridge Ski Area is open to the public and offers a variety of winter activities for all ages! The ski hill features a vertical drop of over 185 feet, with the longest run stretching 1,300 feet. Snowboarders can enjoy the terrain park, while snow tubing enthusiasts have access to an 800-foot slope. Cross-country skiers can explore over five miles of groomed trails, often accompanied by wildlife sightings. After a day on the slopes, visitors can relax and warm up in the Chalet and Ten Point Pub!
Up for a day trip? Check out these ski destinations within a few hours of La Crosse!
Bruce Mound Winter Sports Area
Location: N791 Bruce Mound Ave, Merrillan (Just over an hour from La Crosse)
With snowboarding runs, tubing runs, and a 3,000-foot slope for skiing, the Bruce Mound Winter Sports Area has plenty to do to fill the whole day. New to Bruce Mound this year is a conveyor lift for the tubing lanes! After a day of outdoor fun, warm up with a delicious lunch at their on-site Chalet.
Cascade Mountain
Location: W10441 Cascade Mountain Road, Portage (About 1.5 hours from La Crosse)
Cascade Mountain is a premier family-friendly ski and snowboard resort featuring 48 trails – something for all skill levels! Ski, snowboard, snow tube, take lessons, rent equipment..this resort has it all! With a vertical drop of 460 feet and 100% snowmaking coverage, it ensures optimal conditions throughout the season.Â
Devil’s Head Resort
Location: S6330 Bluff Road, Merrimac (about 2 hours from La Crosse)
Devil’s Head Resort, nestled in the scenic Baraboo Bluffs, offers an impressive 500-foot vertical drop and 30 trails catering to skiers and snowboarders of all levels. With state-of-the-art lifts, diverse terrain, and stunning views, it’s a top destination for winter adventure in South Central Wisconsin.
