📷 Afton Alps
North America
Afton Alps
Off-season
Last season ended March 21, 2026
Best months to book: February, January, December · 30-yr snow record
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Off-season — closed March 21
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Afton Alps is closed for the season. Here is when it is usually best to book.
February
#1 to book
17cm avg
January
#2 to book
16cm avg
December
#3 to book
20cm avg
Ranked on 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Sat, Sep 12, 11:01 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Off-season
Last season ended March 21, 2026
50 runs · 18 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
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About Afton Alps
Afton Alps is located in the scenic St. Croix River Valley near Hastings, Minnesota, and features over 300 acres of skiable terrain with 50 trails and 18 chairlifts. The resort offers a welcoming atmosphere for families and skiers of all abilities, with dedicated learning areas, terrain parks, and night skiing. Signature experiences include extensive snowmaking, a variety of dining options, and a full-service rental and repair shop, making it a convenient and accessible destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Afton Alps
- Where is Afton Alps?
- Afton Alps is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Afton Alps?
- Afton Alps runs from a base elevation of 100 m (328 ft) to a summit of 213 m (699 ft), giving a vertical drop of 113 m (371 ft).
- How big is Afton Alps?
- Afton Alps has 300 acres (121 hectares) of skiable terrain, 50 marked runs and 18 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Afton Alps?
- Afton Alps is on the Epic Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Afton Alps?
- Afton Alps typically operates from December to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Afton Alps get in a typical season?
- Afton Alps averages 55 inches / 140 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Afton Alps in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #472 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -28% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Afton Alps averaged -28% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -22%, '15-16 -17%, '23-24 -45%. A pattern, not a promise.
