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Overview

Located only minutes from the Quad Cities, Ski Snowstar, with its 28 acres of scenic runs, offers family fun for skiers and riders of all ability levels. Its ever-expanding snowmaking system assures great conditions throughout the season. A double chair lift was added last season; the 2004/2005 season offers a second Magic Carpet lift in its beginner area. A daily flex pass allows adults ($24) and children ($19) to ski anytime during the day for a four-hour period.

Inside Scoop

Learning facility with seperate teaching area for beginners, challenging terrain for all levels of skiers and boarders. Children's learning center. Full snowbaord and boot rental available. Lessons. Full-service day lodge with cafeteria, deli, bar, and two fireplaces. There are hundreds of restaurants, three movie complexes, and two malls all within a 30-minute drive.

Plan Your Trip

Best Time for Snow

Average Snowfall

14"
9"
6"
3"
0.8"
3"
Dec
11"
Jan
11"
Feb
3"
Mar
Beginners Runs
13%
Intermediate Runs
20%
Advanced Runs
27%
Expert Runs
40%
Runs in Total
15
Longest Run
0.8 mi
Skiable Terrain
28 ac
Night Skiing
28 ac
Snow Making
28 ac

Total Lifts: 6

Quad Chairs
2
Double Chairs
2
Surface Lifts
2

Elevation

Base
528'
Summit
790'
Vertical Drop
262'

Important Dates

December 06, 20242024/12/06
Projected Opening
March 16, 20252025/03/16
Projected Closing
86
Projected Days Open
56
Days Open Last Year
43
Years Open
38"
Average Snowfall
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