Announcements
*CLOSED FOR THE SEASON* 03/02/2017
*CLOSED FOR THE SEASON* The 2016-2017 Ski Season at Coffee Mill Ski Area has officially come to a close. Conditions are no longer favorable for a safe skiing environment. For all those with lockers the doors will be open on Saturday March 4th from 10AM to 2PM to retrieve your belongings. Thanks for a great season and we are already planning for an even better 2017-2018 season! Thanks
March Hours 02/28/2017
We will be open March hours. Friday 1pm-9pm Saturday 10am-9pm Sunday 10am-8pm
Coffee Mill Ski Area Rates for 2016-2017
Lift Ticket Rates
| Weekend & Holidays |
(Adult) $32 (Children 6-12 yrs.) $26 |
| Children (5 yrs. & under w/paid adult) | FREE |
| Nights (after 4pm Sat., 3pm Sun.) | $18 |
| Weekdays (Wed.-Fri.) | $18 |
| Seniors (60+) | $15 |
| Military Discount (w/active ID) | $4 off |
| College Night (Thurs. w/active ID) | $10 |
| Family Day (Sundays starting in January) |
(Adult) $32 (Children under 12 w/paid adult) $17 |
Prices do not include 6.875% MN Sales Tax.
Season Pass Rates
| POSTMARKED BY: | Prior to Oct 31st | After Oct 31st |
|---|---|---|
| Family (Parents and children under 18) | $675 | $725 |
| Individual (13 & up) | $265 | $295 |
| Child (12 and under) | $225 | $250 |
| College or Military With ID (Active/Reserve/DAV) | $225 | $250 |
| Business/Bonus Bundle A booklet of 25 discounted lift tickets redeemable anytime! | $550 | $550 |
| *2015-2016 Season Pass Reinstatement Must have purchased in 15-16 Season. *Amount per person if purchased individual or Per family if purchased family pass. | $35 | $35 |
All of our season passes allow for unlimited skiing and snowboarding throughout the season.
Rental Package Rates
| Ski Package (Skis, boots & poles) | $20 |
| Snowboard Package (Board & boots) | $32 |
| Helmet | $5 |
Prices do not include 6.875% MN Sales Tax.
Locker Rates
| Payment received by Oct. 31st | $75.00 per locker |
| After Oct. 31st (Lockers are available on a first come, first serve basis.) | $100.00 per locker |
| 2015-2016 Lockers will be honored | N/A |
Plan your next group outing with Coffee Mill.
This is a terrific opportunity to gather your group and enjoy the majestic settings with fabulous slopes that will entertain all ages and abilities. Coffee Mill offers a centralized Chalet which makes for convenient tracking of group members and no lift lines so you are able to enjoy more slopes during your visit. The Chalet offers a great place to warm up, eat, and have a beverage while enjoying the ability to see all lifts from a single area.
Coffee Mill provides a wide range of options to fit your group needs. From tickets, rentals, and food we are here to make your trip memorable.
Gather a group of 12 or more and we will take care of the rest.
- Church
- Families
- Friends
- Co-workers
- 4-H
- Schools
- Clubs
- Boy Scouts
- Girl Scouts
- Birthday Parties
- Holiday Parties
Hours & Events
Coffee Mill Skiing & Snowboarding Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 3pm - 9pm |
| Thursday | 3pm - 9pm |
| Friday | 1pm - 9pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 9pm |
| Sunday | 10am - 8pm |
Holiday Hours
| MLK Jr. Day | 10am - 8pm |
| Presidents' Day | 10am - 8pm |
| Christmas Eve & Day | Closed |
| New Year's Eve | 10am - 6pm |
| New Year's Day | 10am - 8pm |
About The Hill
Coffee Mill, named after a historic navigational point along the mighty Mississippi, offers the best of coulee skiing with a unique "bowl" arrangement for convenient lift accessibility and protection from cold winter winds. Extra long slopes combined with high capacity chairs provide a skiing experience second to none. From the gentle slopes of Chippewa to the radical pitch of O'Chute, each run is obscured from the next by an abundant growth of birch, oaks, and pines. Modern snowmaking and daily grooming insure great snow throughout the season. The majestic area offers fantastic views of river valleys and two states with unparalleled beauty.
Download Trail MapSki School
Learn to Ski Safely! Coffee Mill Ski School can show you the ins and outs of skiing no matter what your ability. We offer beginner and advanced instruction, plus we make it fun!
Group lessons occur on the odd hours, (11am, 1pm, 3pm, and 5pm.) Private lessons are given based on instructor availability. Advanced reservations are not needed for group lessons, but calling ahead on the day you want to come for a private lesson will ensure instructor availability. Please make sure you arrive with enough time to purchase a lift ticket and get your equipment ready.
Lesson Rates
| Ski - Group Lesson | 50 Minutes | $10 |
| Ski - Private Lesson | 50 Minutes | $25 |
| Snowboard - Group Lesson | 50 Minutes | $10 |
| Snowboard - Private Lesson | 50 Minutes | $25 |
Prices do not include 6.875% MN Sales Tax.
Coffee Mill Developmental Ski Team
Have fun while learning to ski like a pro!
The Coffee Mill Ski Team is for students ages 5 through high school. The only requirement is that the skier can ski intermediate (blue) runs and ride the lift without assistance.
The race program takes skiers from their current ability level and develops them with their ability to be better skiers. The season begins with work on basic ski skills and control in varying conditions. These skills are then put to work on the race course for fun, improvement and the thrill of competition.
Coffee Mill Ski Team Goals- Learn to ski safely
- Have fun while learning
- Learn the sport of racing
- Ski better
- Have fun competing
Practices are held on Saturdays beginning at approximately noon and ending around 3:30 PM. Practice dates will be announced as soon as the Coffee Mill Ski Hill is open for the season.
Fees- $110 first skier
- $100 second skier
- $90 third skier
- (Fees do not include lift tickets or equipment)
For additional information, please contact Tracy Nielsen, Team Administrator by phone 507-767-2214, or by email tracynielsen19@gmail.com.
The team is led by Craig Van Oort, Head Coach and Dave McLeod, Assistant Coach.
Race Schedule
The Midwest Snowsports Development League conducts 4 race weekends each year with the fourth race being the Championship Race. Races begin at 9 AM and end with an awards ceremony around 4 PM.
Coffee Mill Race Team Schedule- January 21 - Wild Mountain
- February 4 - Coffee Mill
- February 25 - Buck Hill
- March 4 - Championship Race at Mount Kato
Employment
Coffee Mill is now accepting applications for the 2016-2017 ski/snowboarding season. Coffee Mill offers a great working environment with flexible hours with an opportunity to ski/snowboard for free. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older to apply.
Coffee Mill is looking to fill positions in the following areas:
- Lift Operators
- Outside Maintenance
- Snow Makers
- Kitchen
- Rental Shop
- Ticket Desk
- Ski-Snowboard Instructors
Applications may be submitted via:
Announcements
*CLOSED FOR THE SEASON* 03/02/2017
*CLOSED FOR THE SEASON* The 2016-2017 Ski Season at Coffee Mill Ski Area has officially come to a close. Conditions are no longer favorable for a safe skiing environment. For all those with lockers the doors will be open on Saturday March 4th from 10AM to 2PM to retrieve your belongings. Thanks for a great season and we are already planning for an even better 2017-2018 season! Thanks
March Hours 02/28/2017
We will be open March hours. Friday 1pm-9pm Saturday 10am-9pm Sunday 10am-8pm
Winter is Back! 02/24/2017
With a fresh 9+ inches of snow we will be open regular hours on Saturday and Sunday. Also, Sunday join us for our Spring Fling. Fun for the entire family. Activities throughout the day. Don't miss it.
Spring in February?? 02/21/2017
Due to the Spring weather we've had in the last week, we will be closed until Saturday 2/25. Stay tuned for more information.
100% OPEN WITH ALL LIFT S AND RUNS OPEN ENJOY THE WARM WEATHER 02/15/2017
REGULAR HOURS WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY SPECIAL HOURS OPEN Monday FEBRUARY 20TH PRES. DAY 10AM-8PM GREAT SPRING CONDITIONS
100% open all lifts and runs great weather== great skiing 02/10/2017
OPEN REGULAR HOURS WEDNESDAY THRU SUNDAY. GREAT SKIING CONDITIONS
Race Day at Coffee Mill 02/02/2017
Racers are coming this Saturday 2/4 from 9am to 2:30pm. It may be busy, but come and enjoy the fun! Conditions are amazing!
It's Snowing 01/25/2017
We have 4+ inches on the ground and it is still snowing. Conditions are great. We are opening at 3pm today. Don't forget Thursdays are College Night and Sundays are Family Day!
Sundays are Special Too! 01/06/2017
Every Sunday is Family Day @ Coffee Mill - Adults are $32 and children under the age of 12 are just $17 with a paid adult.
Thursdays are College Nights @ Coffee Mill 01/05/2017
Every Thursday is College Night at Coffee Mill - Ski all night for just $10 with an active college ID.