Crystal Ridge is an interesting ski resort on the northern slopes of the Root River Valley. The resort is developed and updated with good snowmaking equipments and modern snow grooming machines.
Crystal Ridge ski resort is located conveniently. The nearest airport to the resort is O'Hare International Airport. From there the resort is at a driving distance of 70 minutes. Car hires and buses are available directly to the resort. Driving from downtown Milwaukee to the resort takes merely 12 minutes.
Skiing in Crystal Ridge ski resort is of immense pleasure. Spread over 75 acres of skiable area, there are ten mountain trails in the resort. The longest run measures 2,100 feet. Base elevation in the resort is 65 feet while the summit elevation reaches 290 feet. Vertical drop in the resort is 225 feet. Five ski lifts help in accessing the ski slopes. Fifty percent of the ski slopes are suitable for intermediate skiers followed by expert skiers. Ski season in Crystal Ridge spans from December to April.
There are many small hotels, rented cabins and chalets as modes of accommodation in Crystal Ridge ski resort . Additional facilities by the resort include restaurants, cafes, bars, lounges, nightclubs, ski rentals, child care services and a ski school.