More Than A Million People Visit Minnesota’s Elm Creek Winter Recreation Area For Cold Weather Fun

Minnesota winters are full of fun! There is much to see and do when the temperature drops and the snow starts to fly. The only difficult part is figuring out a way to do it all! Luckily, there is one place in Minnesota where you can take part in several favorite winter activities. More than a million people visit Elm Creek Winter Recreation Area every year, and it's no wonder. Thanks to all of the skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing in Minnesota found at this park, it's one of the best places in the state to have fun this winter. Here's all that Elm Creek has to offer:

Elm Creek Park Reserve is a 4,900-acre expanse in Maple Grove, Minnesota. Every winter, the Elm Creek Winter Recreation Area transforms the reserve into a wonderland of activity. And it's just as good as the best ski resorts in Minnesota.

The land is transformed by snow with the snow-covered tree branches making it look like something from a fairy tale. But this place is not just good to look at. It also holds much to do!

Cross-country skiing is a popular activity at Elm Creek. The park has more than 18 kilometers of groomed trails, lighted and with snowmaking to keep the paths fresh.

Downhill skiing is also popular at Elm Creek Winter Recreation Area. There are even free events, like the Nordic Ski Opener, to get people involved in this favorite winter sport. If you enjoy other ski resorts in Minnesota, you'll love skiing at Elm Creek.

Of course, snowboarding is also welcome at Elm Creek. Ski and snowboard day passes and season passes are available to anyone over the age of five. Children age four and younger are free. Rentals are also available.

One of the most exhilarating activities at Elm Creek is snow tubing. There are many lanes, ranging from steep and speedy to slow and steady. One of the best snow tubing hills in Minnesota can be found here.

When you get to the bottom, simply ride the moving sidewalk back to the top! Tube rentals are included in the cost. Reservations are required ahead of time and the tubing sessions are set at two hours.

No matter what your favorite winter activity, you'll love your visit to the Elm Creek Winter Recreation Area this winter. Join millions of other visitors and plan your trip today for some of the best skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing in Minnesota!

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For more information about Elm Creek Winter Recreation Area, including hours, costs, and opening dates, take a look at the official website and Facebook page. And if you're looking for more winter activity in the Maple Grove area, check out our article about the ice skating trail in Maple Grove, Minnesota.