GREAT BEAR RECREATION PARK

SKI REPORT
December 25, 2024
43.58, -96.66

Dense Fog Advisory
2024-12-25T12:00:00-06:00

* WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Minnesota and east central and southeast South Dakota. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.


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No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 0". Snowpack levels for this time of year average around 3 inches, but can be as high as 25 inches. Weather today, areas of dense fog between 10am and 2pm. areas of dense freezing fog before 10am. otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 35. south southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Great Bear Recreation Park in South Dakota is located in the Big Sioux River valley, which is part of the Coteau des Prairies. The area is characterized by rolling hills and valleys, with the park itself situated within the Big Sioux River Recreation Corridor.

The park's ski resort features several ski runs and trails varying in difficulty, with the highest point in the park reaching an elevation of around 1,100 feet. The terrain is relatively gentle compared to other mountain ranges, making it ideal for beginner and intermediate skiers.

While not located in a specific mountain range, Great Bear Recreation Park offers beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts in South Dakota.

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Max Recorded Snowpack 25"
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Great Bear Recreation Park ski resort in South Dakota offers 14 trails, ranging from beginner to advanced, and is best known for its night skiing. The beginner-friendly Bunny Hill trail is recommended for first-time skiers. The resort also offers snowboarding and tubing. An interesting fact is that the Great Bear Recreation Park was originally a dumpsite, which was transformed into a winter recreation area in the 1960s. The resort's lodge features a full-service bar and restaurant, with the Caribou Lounge being a popular spot for apres ski drinks and entertainment.

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