Andes Tower Hills

What Andes Tower Hills does

Andes Tower Hills is a family-owned ski resort located in Kensington, Minnesota, established in 1980 by the Anderson Brothers (Vern and Paul Anderson). The resort operates across 800 acres with a 290 ft vertical drop and offers downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and cross-country skiing, alongside ancillary services such as ski lessons, equipment rentals, and lodging. The business is privately held with no public investors and operates with a small staff of 11-50 employees, reflecting a community-scale, family-operated structure.

The company's revenue model is diversified across a day-visitor business (lift tickets, lessons, rentals), a season-pass channel introduced for the 2026-2027 winter, overnight accommodation (a cabin launching in 2026, a condo unit, and 45 RV sites at the Andes RV Park launched in 2023), and cross-country ski trail fees. The 2023 RV park expansion marked a strategic pivot toward year-round operations, enabling summer and shoulder-season revenue from RV travelers, disc golf, and pickleball. Andes Tower Hills is a member of the Sister Resorts network, an 11-area coalition that offers reciprocal lift access and cross-promotion benefits to passholders.

Go-to-market is local and regional, targeting Minnesota and Upper Midwest family and recreational visitors, with no enterprise or institutional customer segment. Distribution is primarily through the resort's own digital channels (website for passes, tickets, and online waivers) and walk-in/direct bookings. There is no disclosed use of AI, dynamic pricing, or third-party distribution platforms; the technology stack appears limited to standard ticketing and waiver systems. The business is capital-constrained by its family-owned structure, with growth funded through operating cash flow rather than external investment.

Name

Andes Tower Hills

Legal name

Andes Tower Hills

Website

https://www.andestowerhills.com/

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Andes Tower Hills is a sports company that provides skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, and summer camping services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ski Resort & Outdoor Recreation

NAICS

Skiing Facilities (71392), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (72121), Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), Recreational Goods Rental (532284)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Ski Areas & Lift Operations (Independent Mountains) (THAAAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Winter Adventure & Mountain Resorts (Ski, Snowboard, Snow Activities) (THAAAAAK), Snow & Mountain Unique Stays (Chalets, Ski Cabins) (THAMADAL)

Keywords

• Ski resort services
• Snow tubing park
• Ski equipment rentals
• Ski lessons training
• Rv park camping

Headquarters

HQ city

Kensington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Lift Tickets & Season Passes: Primary revenue from downhill ski and snowboard lift tickets, tubing tickets, and season passes for the 2026-2027 season
2. Equipment Rentals: Ski and snowboard equipment rentals including regular and high-performance packages, individual items, and helmets
3. Ski & Snowboard Lessons: Private lessons at $40/hour with additional hours at $20 each; Learn to Ski/Board program
4. RV Park & Campground: 45-site RV park opened in 2023 offering year-round camping with activities including kayaking, fishing, pickleball, disc golf, and hiking trails
5. Rustic Cabin Rental: Rustic cabin rental open May 1st, 2026 season at $75/night Sun-Thurs, $100/night Fri-Sat
6. On-site Condo Rental: 3-bedroom condominium on slopes sleeping up to 10 people with full kitchen and living amenities
7. Cross Country & Snowshoe Trails: Trail tickets and equipment rentals for cross country skiing and snowshoeing across 800 acres

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Andes Tower Hills operates a ski area and year-round recreational resort located in Kensington, Minnesota, providing downhill skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, cross country skiing, ski/snowboard lessons, equipment rentals, and season passes in winter. The resort also offers on-site lodging including a condominium, a rustic cabin, and a 45-site RV park opened in 2023, along with summer activities such as hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, fishing, pickleball, and disc golf across 800 acres and two private lakes.

Product overview

Andes Tower Hills is a ski area and year-round recreational resort located in Kensington, Minnesota, offering a diverse portfolio of winter and summer activities. The core winter product consists of downhill skiing and snowboarding (Peak Elevation: 1620ft, Base Elevation: 1330ft) with 800 acres of terrain, complemented by snow tubing, cross country skiing, ski/snowboard lessons, and season passes. Equipment rentals including ski packages, snowboard packages, and helmets are available as add-on services. Year-round accommodations include an on-site 3-bedroom condominium, a rustic cabin, and an RV park (opened 2023) with 45 sites offering access to 2 private lakes, pickleball courts, and disc golf. Summer activities span hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, fishing, and swimming across 800 acres. The resort also operates a volunteer ski patrol, group rate programs, college student specials, and a sister resorts partnership network spanning multiple Midwestern states.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding Main winter activity featuring downhill ski and snowboard runs for all skill levels on a maintained ski hill with 290 feet of vertical drop; offered to individuals, families, and groups seeking outdoor winter recreation in rural Minnesota.
• Snow Tubing

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Buena Vista Ski AreaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSister resort partnership in Bemidji, MN. Andes Tower Hills season pass holders receive 50% off lift tickets when showing their pass at time of purchase.
• Mount Ski GullminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSister resort partnership in Nisswa, MN. Andes Tower Hills season pass holders receive 50% off lift tickets when showing their pass at time of purchase.
• Detroit MountainminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSister resort partnership in Detroit Lakes, MN. Andes Tower Hills season pass holders receive 50% off lift tickets when showing their pass at time of purchase.
• Giants RidgeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSister resort partnership in Biwabik, MN. Andes Tower Hills season pass holders receive 20% off lift tickets when showing their pass at time of purchase.
• Huff HillsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSister resort partnership in Mandan, ND. Andes Tower Hills season pass holders receive 50% off lift tickets when showing their pass at time of purchase.
• FrostfireminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSister resort partnership in Walhalla, ND. Andes Tower Hills season pass holders receive 50% off lift tickets when showing their pass at time of purchase.
• Thrill HillsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSister resort partnership in Fort Ransom, ND. Andes Tower Hills season pass holders receive 50% off lift tickets when showing their pass at time of purchase.
• BWP (Boulder Park)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerSister resort partnership in Bottineau, ND. Andes Tower Hills season pass holders receive 50% off lift tickets when showing their pass at time of purchase.
• Great BearminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSister resort partnership in Sioux Falls, SD. Andes Tower Hills season pass holders receive 50% off lift tickets when showing their pass at time of purchase.
• MDL ResortminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSister resort partnership in Superior, WI. Andes Tower Hills season pass holders receive 50% off lift tickets when showing their pass at time of purchase.
• Terry PeakminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSister resort partnership in Lead, SD. Andes Tower Hills season pass holders buy one full-priced adult or junior lift ticket and receive one free. Blackout dates apply.
• Explore MinnesotaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional tourism partnership promoting Minnesota slopes and ski destinations including Andes Tower Hills.
• Explore AlexandriaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal tourism partnership promoting Alexandria area attractions including Andes Tower Hills.
• Indy SkipassminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMidwest ski resort network promoting regional ski destinations including Andes Tower Hills as part of their resort portfolio.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lutsen Mountains: Largest independent ski resort in Minnesota located on Lake Superior's North Shore. Comparable as an independently owned Midwest ski area serving a similar regional customer base, though with substantially larger terrain (~825ft vertical, 1,000+ acres).
• Giants Ridge: Biwabik, MN ski area that is part of the same Sister Resorts network as Andes Tower Hills. Directly comparable as an independent Midwest ski hill with summer recreation offerings (mountain biking, golf) and similar seasonal business model.
• Spirit Mountain: Duluth, MN ski resort offering downhill skiing, snowboarding, and tubing alongside summer activities. Comparable Midwestern ski area with similar family-friendly positioning and small-to-mid scale operations.
• Welch Village: Welch, MN ski area located near the Twin Cities metro. Directly comparable independent Midwest ski resort with similar scale, day-pass pricing strategy, and family/skills-based customer mix.
• Detroit Mountain: Detroit Lakes, MN ski area in the Sister Resorts network with Andes Tower Hills. Comparable small independent Midwest ski hill offering skiing, tubing, and mountain biking with similar pricing tiers.
• Buena Vista Ski Area: Bemidji, MN ski area that is part of the Andes Sister Resorts network. Closely comparable small independent Minnesota ski hill serving a similar northern-Minnesota regional customer.
• Granite Peak Ski Area: Wausau, WI ski resort, one of the larger independent ski hills in the Upper Midwest with ~700ft vertical. Comparable Midwestern destination ski area with similar family/youth positioning and sister-resort-style pass partnerships.
• Mount Ski Gull: Nisswa, MN small ski area in the Andes Sister Resorts network. Directly comparable small independent Minnesota ski hill with tubing and family-focused offerings.
• Terry Peak Ski Area: Lead, SD ski area and Andes Sister Resorts partner. Comparable Black Hills ski destination with similar scale and reciprocal pass benefits.

Broad incumbents

• Boyne Mountain Resort: Boyne Falls, MI resort operated by Boyne Resorts. Comparable Midwest ski and family destination with lodging, waterpark, and year-round amenities; significantly larger and part of a multi-property operator.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/AndesTowerHills
• Instagraminstagram.com/andestowerhills
• Xx.com/andestowerhills

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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