Afton Alps

Afton Alps is an operating ski area in Minnesota located at an elevation of 1,018 feet with 320 feet of vertical drop. The area offers skiing and snowboarding during the winter season, serving the Minneapolis-St. Paul region and surrounding areas.

Visitors should expect modest terrain typical of Midwest ski areas. Access is straightforward from the Twin Cities metro area. The season runs during winter months when snow conditions permit, and the area's modest vertical makes it best suited for beginners and intermediate riders looking for local snow sports without traveling to distant mountains.