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Spirit Mountain is a ski area in Duluth, Minnesota. It was founded by the City of Duluth and was built in 1974. With a vertical elevation of approximately 700 feet (210 m), it is the second tallest ski hill in Minnesota. Between 2014 and 2020, the executive director was Brandy Ream.Put Spirit Mountain at the forefront of your travel plans using our Duluth vacation builder app.
The Spirit Mountain ski area held its grand opening on December 19–20, 1974. The idea was proposed by former Olympian George Hovland, who laid out the cross country trails, with support from then Mayor of Duluth Ben Boo. Local businessman Manley Goldfine served as Chairman of the Spirit Mountain Authority during its development. It greatly increased winter revenues in the city. The extension of Interstate 35 stretching to Duluth was a major contributor to its initial success.
Spirit Mountain is known for having a large terrain park. The park includes jumps ranging from 15 feet (4.6 m) to over 60 feet (18 m), and numerous rails, boxes, and other "jibs".
In the 21st century, Spirit Mountain has been renovating and adding to its infrastructure and attractions. An alpine coaster opened in 2010. In April 2011 they announced plans to add a zip line, miniature golf, and snow tubing to expand operations and attract more visitors in summer. In 2012 the hill's first high-speed chairlift, the Spirit Express II, opened, and work began on downhill mountain bike trails during the following summer. A chalet on Grand Avenue at the bottom of the slope opened in 2013 and serves as the starting point for the Grand Avenue Nordic Center, which opened 2.5km of Nordic ski trails in 2018. Additional improvements planned over the next ten years include chalet renovations, chair lift replacements.
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We have ridden the coaster here several times. The ride up is beautiful. Afterward, be sure to explore the area around the lifts for some great views of Lake Superior and Duluth.
We have ridden the coaster here several times. The ride up is beautiful. Afterward, be sure to explore the area around the lifts for some great views of Lake Superior and Duluth. more »
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We enjoyed the summer alpine slide! The line wasn’t too long, beautiful fun ride through the woods. We planned on one ride but took two!
We enjoyed the summer alpine slide! The line wasn’t too long, beautiful fun ride through the woods. We planned on one ride but took two! more »
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