Lutsen Mountains Ski Report

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Last Updated: December 24, 2025

Lutsen Mountains is a ski resort in Minnesota featuring 95 runs spread across four interconnected mountains.



Snowfall Totals & Snow Forecast

Hourly Snowfall


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Past 24 Hours

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Summary

No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 0". Weather today, patchy drizzle after noon. cloudy, with a high near 44. east wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the afternoon.

Snowpack Percent Normal

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Max Recorded Snowpack

1"

Snowfall Past 24 Hours

0.0"

Snowfall Past 48 Hours

1"

Snowfall Past 72 Hours

2"

Snowfall Next 24 Hours

0"

Snowfall Next 5 Days

0"

Terrain Surface

NA

Powder Score

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Weather Forecast

Seasonal Comparison

Year over year snow water equivalent


Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) shows how much water the snow holds. This is ideal for year-to-year tracking of real snowfall and water resources. Measurements from Davenport 0.9 Ssw, Ia.

Regional Snowpack Depth

Snow levels measured from Davenport 0.9 Ssw, Ia


Snowpack depth measures how much snow has accumulated in the area. This is a key indicator of powder quality, trail coverage, and how epic your runs are going to be this season at Lutsen Mountains.

Historical Air Temperature

Temperature fluctuations at Lutsen Mountains


Recent air temperature fluctuations at Lutsen Mountains impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.

About the Area


The main mountain range at Lutsen Mountains ski resort in Minnesota is the Sawtooth Mountains. The resort features four main mountains: Eagle Mountain, Moose Mountain, Mystery Mountain, and Ullr Mountain. These mountains provide a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders, including groomed runs, tree runs, and challenging black diamond slopes. Additionally, Lutsen Mountains has the highest vertical drop in the Midwest at 825 feet.

The resort has a few signature runs like the Double Black Diamond Moose Mountain and the scenic, wide runs of Eagle Mountain. Few people know that Lutsen's longest run, "The Big Daddy," is over 5km long. For beginners, a good starting point is the 1.5 km run of "Bridge Run," where they can take in views of Lake Superior. The resort's bar called Papa Charlie's is a popular apres ski spot, serving drinks and live music.

Night Skiing

No

Lift Count

10 Lifts

Base Elevation

332 Meters

Terrain Park

Yes

Acreage

1000 Acres

Established

1948

Run Count

92 Trails

Top Elevation

583 Meters

Lutsen Mountains FAQ


How much snow did Lutsen Mountains receive over the past day?

The ski area received 0" of new snowfall since yesterday.


What's the weather like at Lutsen Mountains today?

Weather today, patchy drizzle after noon. cloudy, with a high near 44. east wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the afternoon.


What are ski area conditions in Minnesota like right now?

Nationwide, skiers and snowboarders are eyeing the latest snowfall reports and forecasts as resorts prepare for a fresh dusting. In Washington State, Nohrsc Sawmill Ridge has received 2 inches of new snow over the past 24 hours, with a base depth of 170 inches. While not a ski resort, the nearby Crystal Mountain Resort will surely benefit from this snowfall, ... Read more