It's the closest ski and snowboard area to the Twin Cities, so while it's small, it's popular for its proximity to Minneapolis.
Skiing and Snowboarding at Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area
Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area has 9 runs - four easy, three medium and two difficult. There's a wide terrain park with plenty of features, and a beginner area with a tow rope.Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area has snowmaking equipment, and is usually open from mid-November until mid-March.
Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area has good value skiing and snowboarding lessons, albeit with limited availability. You'll need to reserve a set of lessons for a specific time, instead of showing up when it's convenient for you, as you can usually do at other ski hills.
In 2011, a set of three 90-minute ski, snowboard, or telemark lessons runs around $90 including rental gear - cheaper if you have your own gear.
Food and Drink at Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area
The food available is - no surprise - cafeteria style. But, you are right in the Twin Cities with plenty of options in nearby Bloomington, Edina and Minneapolis.
Discounted lift tickets for Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area
How can you get cheap lift tickets for Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area?
The published rate for an all-day adult lift ticket to Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area is $29 in 2011.
The cheapest way to get on the hill is to go for the last three hours on a Saturday or Sunday night, when lift tickets are $15.
Group tickets are very cheap - gather at least 19 friends and get lift tickets for $12 or $15, depending on if you are there on a weekday or weekend. The group rate is only valid after 4 pm.
