Midwest
Chestnut Mountain Resort
Galena, IL, USA
Only in the Midwest will you find such an unexpected diamond in the rough. High above the Mississippi
Boasting an impressive array of amenities, accommodations, comforts and activities, Chestnut Mountain is the choice Illinois travel destination. Conveniently located near historic Galena, nestled neatly amongst the hills overlooking the Mississippi, it’s the perfect place to escape the everyday. Chestnut’s over 220 rolling acres and 475-foot vertical drop are home to 19 ski trails and a 7-acre terrain park, The Farside, featuring over 25 rails and structures. With two quad lifts, four triple chair lifts, two conveyor lifts and one surface lift, you won’t be waiting in line to get back to the peak.
No Blackout Dates
Elevation
Vertical: 600ft
Summit: 1020ft
Base: 420ft
Terrain Difficulty
30%
Beginner
40%
Intermediate
30%
Advanced
Annual Snowfall
100
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Average
50in
High
100in
Lifts
9
Trails
19
Acres
59
Terrain Parks
Yes
Night Skiing
Yes
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