Information on Sundown Mountain:
Great surprises are sometimes found in the most unexpected places. Sundown Mountain is exactly the pleasant surprise that will greet you west of Dubuque, Iowa. It is snuggled in the Iowa bluffs near the Mississippi River. Who said Iowa is flat? Part of Sundown Mountain's special charm is its beautiful natural setting with runs that were carefully carved into the 45-acre mountainside to preserve the beauty of a century-old cedar forest. Five chairlifts serve 21 downhill slopes along with a new ski carpet to further enhance our learning area. The novice runs are gentle enough for even the most timid beginners, and yet the advanced slopes and mogul runs are tough enough to challenge experts. Sundown also boasts a 7-acre terrain park that includes a quad lift, new rails, fun-boxes, hips, waves, tabletops and a 100-yard half-pipe. Extensive snowmaking capabilities complement mother nature, providing a breathtaking winter wonderland from mid-November through mid-March. More than 100 professional ski coaches will guide you from your first run through advanced turns. And, Sundown has a SKIwee program to give your child a fun-filled day on the slopes. If you are traveling with a group, you are in luck. Sundown has a preset group rental system, minimizing the time spent filling out forms and waiting for boots, skis and adjustments. Groups will find skis and boots set to their specifications, arranged alphabetically, with forms filled out. All you have to do is pick them up and ski. The commitment Sundown has in providing quality service was very evident in 1989 when the area was given the prestigious Award of Excellence by the National Ski Area Association. Sundown was the only ski area in the Midwest to receive the honor. To get to Sundown Mountain from Dubuque, Iowa, follow U.S. 20 to the N.W. Arterial, just west of Dubuque. Follow the N.W. Arterial to Asbury Road, then left on Asbury Road and follow it for 4.4 miles to Sundown Mountain.
Sundown Mountain Lift closing and opening times:
Mon - Thu: 10am - 9pm Fri, Sat, Christmas Week: 9am - 10pm Christmas Eve: 9am - 4pm Sun: 9am - 9pm Nights: 4pm - Close
Length of Season:
Nov-06 to Mar-07
Types and number of lifts:
2 Double Chairs;2 Triple Chairs;1 Quad Chair;1 Rope Tow;1 Ski Carpet
Number of trails and difficulty breakdown:
Total Number: 22
Elevation at base 584 feet and elevation at summit is 1059 feet.
Skiing Options at Sundown Mountain:
Night Skiing: yes
Heli- Skiing: no
Snowcat Skiing: no
Miles of cross Country ski trails: 1 km
Snow boarding: yes
Snowshoe trails: no
Equipment Rentals:
skis
, snowboards
Getting to Sundown Mountain:
From Dubuque, IA: Follow U.S. 20 to the N.W. Arterial, just west of Dubuque. Follow N.W. Arterial to Asbury Road. Left at Asbury Road. Follow Asbury Road 4.4 miles to Sundown Mountain.
Alternate route to Sundown Mountain:
Contact Information:
563 556-6676
888 SUNDOWN
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