![]() The infinite ski slope of Riversport OKC rotates like a treadmill and is covered with low-friction artificial ski grass misted with water to create the sensation of snow. Southwest of Branson lies Oklahoma’s only place for indoor alpine skiing. This resort is also owned by Vail Resorts and is part of the EPIC Pass.ġ Snow Creek Dr., Weston, MO 64098 ( map) | (816) 640-2200 | Ski OKC – Oklahoma City, OK: 323 miles | 4.75 hours Practicing before hitting the slopes, Riversport OKC, Oklahoma City, OK. ![]() The resort is spread out, so there’s plenty of room for wide turns. Snow Creek has a 300-foot vertical drop and 2 terrain parks, one for beginner and intermediate skiers and snowboarders, and the other for experts. The base lodge includes a walk-up window for grab-and-go dining, and a food truck visits the resort daily for additional choices. The resort has 2 terrain parks and 12 trails, primarily for intermediate and beginner skiers. North of Branson, Snow Creek Mountain Resort, outside of Kansas City, is the largest ski area in Missouri, with 60 skiable acres. Hidden Valley is owned by Vail Resorts and is part of the EPIC Pass, which gives skiers and snowboarders access to a variety of resorts around the world at a discounted price.ġ7409 Hidden Valley Dr., Eureka, MO 63025 ( map) | (636) 938-5373 | Snow Creek – Weston: 248 mi | 4 hours Skiers and snowboarders in their natural habitat, Snow Creek Mountain Resort, Weston, MO. Both lessons and equipment rental should be scheduled in advance to ensure availability, which also ensures a discounted rate. Hidden Valley has ski school for adults and children, plus an adaptive program to empower athletes of all abilities to learn skiing and snowboarding. ![]() There are 2 terrain parks and night skiing every evening. The resort has 100 percent snowmaking to ensure slopes are ready almost any time during the winter. It has only 12 trails on 25 acres, but it’s an opportunity to learn to ski or practice skills on a mellow mountain with a 310-foot vertical drop. Hidden Valley – Eureka: 228 miles | 3.5 hours The calm before the snowstorm, Hidden Valley Ski Resort, Eureka, MO. In addition to Missouri’s 2 ski areas, there are places to ski in Iowa, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Indiana, all within a day’s drive of Branson. Skiing isn’t plentiful in this area of the Midwest, so skiers and snowboarders may have to cross the border to sample different choices. ![]() Those living in the city can enjoy a weekend ski trip, and those visiting can tack it onto their vacation from nearly any direction to and from the southern Missouri city. Branson’s entertainment options abound, and a trip to its surrounding ski areas can be part of the fun. ![]()
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