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Buck Hill  ski resort, United States (North America) — luxury alpine destination — Mountain views, ski slopes, and alpine landscape
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Buck Hill

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Resort Guide

Buck Hill is a ski area located in Burnsville, Minnesota, offering 16 runs across 45 acres of skiable terrain suitable for all ability levels. The resort features a welcoming atmosphere with night skiing, snow tubing, and a renowned ski and snowboard school. Key amenities include multiple chairlifts, a tubing hill, and a full-service chalet with dining options. Buck Hill is recognized for its accessible location near the Twin Cities and its history of producing Olympic-level ski racers.

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Key Info

Resort data by SnowSure™

RegionNorth America
CountryUnited States
Base Elevation280m
Summit Elevation369m
Vertical Drop89m
Skiable Acres45
Total Runs15
Total Lifts11
Annual Snowfall60 inches / 152 cm
Longest RunUnable to determine longest run for this resort.
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Live Conditions

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Buck Hill

Weather Forecast · 280m369m

Data reported at Fri, Aug 21, 1:00 PM UTC
Last Snowfall
Last 24h
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Last 7 Days
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Off-Season Resort (Northern Hemisphere)

This resort is currently closed for the season. Northern Hemisphere resorts typically operate November–April.

Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 1:00 PM UTC
Base
280m
Temp
18°C
Wind
12km/h
Snow Depth
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
325m
Temp
17°C
Wind
12km/h
Snow Depth
14-Day Forecast
Summit
369m
Temp
17°C
Wind
12km/h
Snow Depth
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
of 110% open
10-Day Forecast
Summit (369m) · Updated Fri, Aug 21, 1:00 PM UTC
Today
21
27°
17°
Sat
22
26°
17°
Sun
23
25°
14°
Mon
24
25°
13°
Tue
25
29°
19°
Wed
26
29°
19°
Thu
27
26°
18°
Fri
28
27°
16°
Sat
29
28°
19°
Sun
30
24°
20°
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 1:00 PM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+107%
vs 5-Year Avg
79cm avg by now
+103%
vs 30-Year Avg
86cm avg by now
79cm
5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~84.5 cm. That's 7% above the 5-year average (79 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: near the 30-year average (86 cm).

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Last synced Fri, Aug 21, 1:00 PM UTC

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Top Après Ski

Buckstone Lodge – Known for its cozy atmosphere and welcoming staff, Buckstone Lodge at Buck Hill offers a relaxed après-ski experience with a full bar, hearty food, and frequent live music, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Buck Hill — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about skiing and staying in Buck Hill , United States.

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Buck Hill has 15 runs. and 11 lifts. covering 45 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 280m to 369m. with a vertical drop of 89m. The resort averages 60 inches / 152 cm of snowfall annually..

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