📷 Buck Hill
North America
Buck Hill
Projected to open Dec 4
Projected to open December 4, 2026
Best months to book: February, January, December · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Dec 4
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Buck Hill is projected to open December 4, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February17cm avg
- #2January16cm avg
- #3December19cm avg
Ranked on 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Oct 30, 10:03 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Dec 4
Projected to open December 4, 2026
15 runs · 11 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 30 at 10:03 PM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
No measurement at mid height (325m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.
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About Buck Hill
Buck Hill is a ski area located in Burnsville, Minnesota, offering 16 runs across 45 acres of skiable terrain suitable for all ability levels. The resort features a welcoming atmosphere with night skiing, snow tubing, and a renowned ski and snowboard school. Key amenities include multiple chairlifts, a tubing hill, and a full-service chalet with dining options. Buck Hill is recognized for its accessible location near the Twin Cities and its history of producing Olympic-level ski racers.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Buck Hill
- Where is Buck Hill?
- Buck Hill is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Buck Hill?
- Buck Hill runs from a base elevation of 280 m (919 ft) to a summit of 369 m (1,211 ft), giving a vertical drop of 89 m (292 ft).
- How big is Buck Hill?
- Buck Hill has 45 acres (18 hectares) of skiable terrain, 15 marked runs and 11 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Buck Hill?
- Buck Hill is on the Ikon 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 Buck Hill?
- Buck Hill 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 Buck Hill get in a typical season?
- Buck Hill averages 60 inches / 152 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Buck Hill in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #474 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -30% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Buck Hill averaged -30% 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 -14%, '15-16 -26%, '23-24 -50%. A pattern, not a promise.
