Lift Tickets & Season Passes

Minnesota’s Top Rated Ski Resort and Weekend Destination

New for 2026/27!

KIDS 12 & UNDER SKI FREE!

Yes, you read it correctly, as part of our bold new initiative to make skiing more accessible and affordable for families across Minnesota and the surrounding Midwest region, all kids 12 and under now ski free at Giants Ridge. Qualifying kids will receive a plastic media card on their first visit and then keep and use for the card for the season, just like a season pass!

Also new, Giants Ridge has partnered with the Ikon Pass as a Bonus Mountain for the 2026/27 season – welcome new friends! Plus, all Giants Ridge Season Pass Holders can enjoy a 50% discount on an Ikon Session 3-Day Pass, opening up three days of discounted access at more than 40 different Ikon Pass destinations. Read more below on redeeming your Ikon Session 3-Day Pass.

Recognized by the Star Tribune Best of MN awards, Giants Ridge is celebrated as both Minnesota’s Number 1 Ski Resort and the Best Weekend Destination in the state. Winter at Giants Ridge brings endless ways to explore, play and push your adventure further.

Enjoy 35 downhill runs, 7 lifts and 63 kilometers of world class Nordic trails, plus snowtubing, fat tire biking and snowshoeing. Along with winter recreation, guests can unwind at the Giants Ridge Pool and Sauna Haus, creating the ideal balance of adventure and relaxation. From beginner friendly slopes to elite terrain parks and black diamond challenges, Giants Ridge offers experiences for every skill level.

Start your adventure at Minnesota’s top rated destination. 

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2026-2027 Season Pass Prices

2026/2027 SEASON PASSES2026/2027 Prices BEFORE October 18, 2026
INDIVIDUAL PASSES
Adult (13+)$439
Senior (62+)$399
Child 12 & UnderFREE
FAMILY PASSES
Family of 2$730
Family of 3$903
Family of 4$1189
Family of 5 or more$1408
Additional Family Member$99
MULTI-USE ADD-ON (includes Nordic, XC Fat Tire Biking, Snowshoeing)$25

As a valued Giants Ridge season pass holder you enjoy a host of value-added Season Pass Perks including 25% off at the Pool & Sauna Haus, plus 10% off Food Court menu items and 10% off select retail items at the mountain. View all of your Passholder Perks!

*Proof of age required for all child passes. 

  • Family Season Passes limited to one household, including children under 18, living at home.
  • Dates, rates & times of operation are subject to change without notice.
  • Season Pass Agreement and Release of Liability form must be completed online before the passes will be issued.
  • Season rentals are only available over the phone or in person.

Special Summer Welcome to our Ikon Pass Friends!

Giants Ridge is excited to partner with the Ikon Pass, welcoming a new community of outdoor enthusiasts to experience the Iron Range this summer. Ikon Pass holders are invited to enjoy two (2) complimentary summer lift tickets, including access to the Mountain Bike Park and cross-country trail network. Simply present your valid 2026/27 Ikon Pass at the ticket window and discover everything Giants Ridge has to offer, from lift-served downhill adventures to scenic exploration across the mountain.

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IKON Pass FAQ

Giants Ridge & Ikon Pass Partnership FAQ

Giants Ridge has announced it is joining the Ikon Pass as a Bonus Mountain for the 2026–27 winter season as a strategic next step for the resort’s growth. The Ikon Pass is a multi-resort season pass that provides skiers and snowboarders access to more than 50 mountain destinations worldwide through a single pass.

What are Bonus Mountains?
Bonus Mountains are a collection of destinations across North America as a benefit to Ikon Pass holders, offering two days of access at each Bonus Mountain. Access to Bonus Mountains is not available on Ikon Base Pass or Ikon Session Pass.

How do Ikon Pass holders use their 2 days at Giants Ridge?
Access is direct-to-lift. Ikon Pass holders may go directly to the lift, where their Ikon Pass will be scanned for access. No lift reservations are required. Blackout dates apply: Dec. 26-30, 2026, Jan. 16-17, 2027, and Feb. 13-14, 2027.

What benefits do Giants Ridge season pass holders receive?

In turn, Giants Ridge season pass holders receive a 50 percent discount on the purchase of an Ikon Session Pass 3-Day. The three-day Ikon session pass, currently priced at $399, provides three days of access to more than 40 Ikon destinations. Ski three days at one mountain or split your days between three different mountains. Not valid Dec. 26-30, 2026; Jan. 16-17, 2027; Feb. 13-14, 2027. Go to IkonPass.com to learn more and purchase.

How do Giants Ridge pass holders redeem the discount?

To receive the discounted three-day Ikon Session Pass, Giants Ridge pass holders will receive a Promo Code via email. They can use this code to purchase the discounted three‑day Ikon Session Pass online at IkonPass.com. Pass holders have until Dec. 1, 2026 to make the purchase.

Questions? Email us at [email protected] 

MNSAA 4th Grade Passport

4th Graders ski free all season long at Giants Ridge!

This is one of the biggest winter perks in Minnesota. Once enrollment is complete, your Fourth Grader unlocks unlimited lift access at Giants Ridge for the entire season. Come for a day or come every weekend. The Passport gives kids the freedom to ski as much as they want at one of the state’s top winter destinations.

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Minnesota Ski Area 4th grader passport