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Hyland Hills Ski Area

8800 Chalet Rd
Bloomington, MN 55438-1209
Phone: (763) 694-7800
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Hours:
Mon-Thu 10am-9pm, Fri-Sat 9am-10pm, Sun 9am-9pm

Editorial Review for Hyland Hills Ski Area – by Citysearch Editors

The Scene
You can't miss finding Hyland Hills Ski Area--the hill is located five minutes from the Mall of America, just south of Interstate 494 and Highway 100 in Bloomington. Hyland's teaching staff is busy--more than 34,000 ski lessons are given here annually. It's the perfect place for beginners. Snowboarders are also welcome.

The Slopes
The ski area, owned and operated by the Hennepin Regional Park District, is nestled within the 1,000-acre Hyland Lake Park Reserve, which offers extensive winter recreational activities including lighted cross-country ski trails, snowshoe trails and a Nordic ski jumping complex.

Vital Stats
Vertical drop: 175 feet
Base elevation: 900 feet
Top elevation: 1,075 feet
Lifts: 3 chair lifts, 3 rope tows, 1 magic carpet
Skiable acres: 35
Beginner terrain: 40 percent
Intermediate terrain: 40 percent
Advanced terrain: 20 percent
Snowboarding: Terrain park with rails, hits, jumps

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The Extras

The large chalet complex features a food court with two levels of seating.

Know Before You Go

Alpine ski/boot rentals are $19. Snowboard/boot rentals are $27.

When to Go

Night skiing is available Sunday through Thursday until 9pm and Friday and Saturday until 10pm. Rates after 3pm are adults $25 and kids $22.

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Editor's Review

This hill's easy runs are perfect for beginners of all ages.  See the full editorial review.

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The Extras

The large chalet complex features a food court with two levels of seating.

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Directory & Services Information

Admission

  • $25-$28
  • Children $22-$25

Parking

  • Lot

Hours

  • Mon-Thu 10am-9pm
  • Fri-Sat 9am-10pm
  • Sun 9am-9pm

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • Check
  • American Express
  • Discover

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