Mountain Review: Lutsen
MOUNTAIN SCORE Lutsen, MN 54 #99 Overall WRITTEN REVIEW MOUNTAIN STATS VIDEO REVIEW CATEGORY BREAKDOWN See our criteria 4 Snow: 5 Resiliency: 3 Size: 5 Terrain Diversity: 4 Challenge: 6 Lifts: 8 Crowd Flow: 6 Facilities: 6 Navigation: 7 Mountain Aesthetic: GOOD TO KNOW 1-Day Ticket: $94-$128 Pass Affiliation: Indy Pass On-site Lodging:…
Read MoreIs Your Ski Jacket Poisoning You? How the Industry Is Phasing Out PFAS
With wear and tear, PFAS-treated jackets can release toxins that are harmful to the environment. Background Most skiers and riders don’t think twice about what’s in their outerwear—only whether it keeps them dry. But the same chemical technology that made modern ski jackets nearly invincible against rain and slush also created an invisible…
Read MoreUSA Ski States Ranked: 2025-26
When it comes to skiing and riding in the United States, there are a ton of states to choose from. And this can be more relevant than you think when you’re actually planning a vacation; sometimes one resort isn’t enough, and you might want to cover multiple mountains in the same states to really…
Read MoreSpooky Pass and Badge Deadline
Don’t let these price changes steal your deal! Today’s the final day before pass and badge prices head for higher ground. So, collect this treat, don’t get tricked into waiting, and snag your mountain access before the clock tolls at midnight. – Season pass prices jump after today, October 31.– The deadline to buy a Bash Badge…
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Top Destination Disc Golf Courses for Older Adults These breathtaking courses double as vacation spots for travelers who love a little friendly competition. The resort offers two scenic courses: Brewster Ridge, a wooded track with tighter fairways, and Fox Run Meadows, a more open, hilly layout that rewards long throws. In the fall and summer,…
Read MoreThe Yan Detachable Quad: Skiing’s Most Dangerous Lift
If you’ve been on a ski lift with teardrop or pentagon-shaped chairs in recent years, you’ve ridden on a chair that once had catastrophic design flaws. Background If you’ve been to a North American ski resort in recent years, there’s a small chance you’ve seen a teardrop- or pentagon-shaped chairs during your visit.…
Read MoreThe 8-Ball says, “Outlook Good”
In my extensive exploration of all things related to winter weather, as someone who depends on snow in the winter for both employment and recreation, I have noticed a recurring theme recently. I would like to take a moment to address that common concern and then provide some pieces of information to help get your…
Read MoreGearing Up for Snow
As the chill creeps into the air and the trees are almost done showing off their colors, our Mountain Ops team is already in winter mode. Brush cutting is underway, lifts are getting prepped, and snowmaking systems are nearing go-time. It’s quiet on the mountain—but behind the scenes, we’re full speed ahead. We will be…
Read MoreVoting is Live! Vote Now, Vote Often
Hey Smugglers! Help us become one of the Ten Best for USA TODAY. Smuggs is currently nominated in two categories – Best Ski Resort and Best Ski School. Please visit online and vote! Voting is live now and will be open for the next four weeks, you can submit one vote per category per day.…
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