Illinois And Wisconsin Ski Spots Keep Winter Excitement Alive

It may not be like Colorado when it comes to skiing in the Midwest, but there are still some great slopes to hit in Illinois and Wisconsin.

Popular Places To Ski In Illinois And Wisconsin

The very first time I went skiing was in middle school. It was a school trip to Wilmot Mountain. I wasn't good, but I still had a great time. Through junior high, high school, and college, I would go with my friends to the local places in Illinois and Wisconsin. Those were perfect for my skill level. I always preferred the slow back hills to the steep slopes.

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Whether you’re planning a day trip to the suburbs to visit a beginner-friendly slope where you can learn the basics, or want to plan a winter getaway to a resort to test your skills on more complex runs, there are plenty of options for winter sports.

 

Popular ski resorts in Illinois...

• Chesnut Mountain Resort (Galena)

• Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa (Galena)

• Four Lakes Alpine Snowsports (Lisle)

• Sundown Mountain Resort (Dubuque)

• Villa Olivia (Bartlett)

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Popular ski resorts in Wisconsin...

• Alpine Valley Resort (East Troy)

• Cascade Mountain (Portage)

• Granite Peak (Wausau)

• Devil's Head Resort (Merrimac)

• The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa (Lake Geneva)

• Wilmot Mountain (Wilmot)

I tell myself all the time that someday I'll get back on the slopes. Maybe it will happen this season. When I eventually go one of these days, it will definitely be to one of these fun resorts in Illinois and Wisconsin.