Deer Mountain Ski Resort Ski Resort
# 2Apres Ski in South Dakota
All ReviewsOverview
Deer Mountain Ski Resort is where skiers and riders go to find the most snowfall in the Black Hills of South Dakota, where over 200 inches of average annual snow falls across the mountain. The mountain boasts an impressive 6,850 foot summit elevation, over 40 skiable mountain trails, and over 850 feet over vertical. Their 33,000 square foot base lodge features a Ski Café and Ski Pub, fireplace, satellite TV and wi-fi internet.
Deer Mountain Ski Resort is permanently closed since 2017. The 150-acre winter sports venue and lodge should reopen on December 1, 2022.
Best Time for Snow
Average Snowfall
7"
5"
3"
2"
0"
0.6"
Nov
6"
Dec
6"
Jan
6"
Feb
3"
Mar
0"
Apr
Terrain Overview
29%
Beginners Runs
48%
Intermediate Runs
24%
Advanced Runs
63
Runs in Total
1.6 mi
Longest Run
500 ac
Skiable Terrain
50 ac
Snow Making
Total Lifts: 4
1
Triple Chairs
1
Double Chairs
2
Surface Lifts
Elevation
6850'
Summit
940'
Vertical Drop
6040'
Base
Important Dates
December 13, 20252025/12/13
Projected Opening
March 31, 20262026/03/31
Projected Closing
81
Projected Days Open
69
Days Open Last Year
55
Years Open
200"
Average Snowfall
Contact Information
Deer Mountain Ski Resort
PO Box 622
57754 Lead, South Dakota
United States
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