Four Lakes Ski Resort

Four Lakes

Projected Opening: Dec 12
Projected Closing: Mar 07
Lifts: 7
Trails: 7
Skiable Terrain: 9 ac
Base: 400'
Summit: 500'
Vertical Drop: 100'
Average Snowfall: 4"

Snowfall

Annual Snowfall

Dec0.2"
Jan0.8"
Feb2"
Mar1"

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Closest ski area to metro Chicago, the Four Lakes Ski and Snowboard Area is an ideal place to bring the family. It's all located within a cozy 20 acres of terrain. Although the vertical is a relatively short 100 feet, it's ideal for learning the skiing or snowboarding or honing your skills in between weekend trips.

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Important Dates

Projected opening date
Dec 12, 2026
Projected closing date
Mar 07, 2027
Projected Days Open
70
Days Open Last Year
78
Years Open
65
Average Snowfall
4"

Terrain

Runs in Total

Longest Run

0.1 mi

Skiable Terrain

9 ac

Night Skiing

9 ac

Snow Making

9 ac

Lifts

Surface Lifts

Inside Scoop

Ski rental at area; day lodge with cafeteria; bar and grill. Ski instruction offered for group and private skiers; Little Bumpers for ages 4-8 years.

Reviews

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I learned to ski here in the late '60s and my son did in the early 2000's. Overall I give it high marks for proximity and making the most out of what they have. Local kids can be obnoxious (line cutting, out of control, etc.) but that is on their parents and not Four Lakes.

Clay K

Dec 02, 2025