Chestnut Mountain Resort

Name

Chestnut Mountain Resort

Legal name

Chestnut Mountain Resort

Website

https://chestnutmtn.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1959

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ski Resort & Outdoor Recreation Destination

NAICS

Skiing Facilities (71392)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Ski & Mountain Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

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

Keywords

• Ski resort
• Outdoor recreation
• Winter sports
• Wedding venue
• Mountain lodging

Headquarters

HQ city

Galena

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, Others

Revenue model

1. Lift Tickets & Season Passes: Revenue from ski/snowboard lift tickets (ranging from $53-$87 per person depending on day and package) and season passes (All Mountain, Four Seasons, Winter Trails, Moonlight, Bluebird, Legacy options). Season passes include perks like buddy tickets, lesson discounts, and summer activity access.
2. Adventure Activities: Revenue from summer/adventure activities including Alpine Slide ($15 single, $60 five-ride, $95 eight-ride), Soaring Eagle Zipline ($17 single, $29 double), Mississippi River Cruise ($49/person), Segway Tours ($65/person), Mini Golf ($7), Disc Golf ($5), Chestnut Mining Company ($9+ mining bags, $10+ geode cracking).
3. Lodging: Over 100 slopeside rooms offering scenic views with amenities including indoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi. Room rates vary by season; special packages like 'Buy 1 Night Get 2nd Night Half Off' available.
4. Food & Beverage: The Summit Food & Spirits restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner with classic American fare. Bar operates with extended hours on weekends. Revenue from dine-in service, alcoholic beverages, and catering for events.
5. Retail - Mountainside Outfitters: Year-round retail shop selling ski/snowboard apparel and accessories (brands: Anon, Arctix, Burton, Dakine, Fox, Kari Traa, Silipint), resort-branded souvenirs, snacks, games, and drinkware. Located at skier services building.
6. Event Hosting & Weddings: Revenue from hosting weddings, corporate meetings, group outings, and gatherings. Includes ceremony packages, reception packages, catering, and venue rental. Meeting rooms accommodate up to 250 people.
7. Equipment Rentals: Ski and snowboard rentals bundled with lift tickets and lessons. Complete rental packages include skis/snowboard, boots, helmet. Also rental discs for disc golf ($5).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Chestnut Mountain Resort is a year-round adventure resort in Galena, Illinois, operating over 220 acres overlooking the Mississippi River valley. It sells lift tickets, season passes, ski and snowboard lessons, and a portfolio of summer activities (Alpine Slide, Soaring Eagle Zipline, Segway Tours, Mississippi River Cruises, Farside Gravity Bike Park, mini golf, disc golf, Chestnut Mining Company). It also operates 100+ slopeside lodging rooms, the Summit Food & Spirits restaurant, the Mountainside Outfitters retail shop, and event venues for weddings and corporate meetings.

Product overview

Chestnut Mountain Resort is a year-round adventure destination offering a diverse portfolio of recreational activities and hospitality services. The resort features winter activities (skiing, snowboarding, terrain park) and summer activities (Alpine Slide, Soaring Eagle Zipline, Segway Tours, Mississippi River Cruises, Mini Golf, Disc Golf, Farside Gravity Bike Park, Chestnut Mining Company, and hiking). Supporting services include lodging (100+ rooms), dining (Summit Food & Spirits), retail (Mountainside Outfitters), instructional programs (ski/snowboard lessons, Burton Learn to Ride, Powder Pups), and event services (meetings, weddings). Season passes and lift tickets provide access to winter recreation, while activity tickets and tours enable summer adventures.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Alpine Slide
• Soaring Eagle Zipline An 800-foot zipline ride providing eagle's eye views of the Mississippi River Valley, available as single ($17) or double ($29) rider experiences with height and weight limits.
• Segway Tours Guided 75-90 minute Segway X2 tours through 220 acres of scenic mountain terrain overlooking the Mississippi River, including training; $65 per person.
• Mississippi River Cruise A 1.5-hour scenic boat cruise along the Mississippi River through the Driftless Area, featuring wildlife viewing and area history; $49 per person, max 30 people, includes Alpine Slide or Scenic Chair Ride to/from departure.
• Mini Golf An 18-hole interactive mini golf course with unique challenges and scenic outdoor views, open daily during summer season from 8am to dusk at $7 per person.
• Disc Golf A 9-hole disc golf course navigating wooded areas, open fairways, and elevation changes with panoramic Mississippi River valley views. Course fee is $5 (free for house guests); discs rent for $5.
• Farside Gravity Bike Park Lift-serviced downhill mountain biking featuring four gravity-based trails and a skills development area; described as one of the largest bike parks in the Midwest.
• Chestnut Mining Company Gemstone mining and geode cracking activity where visitors can find real gemstones and crack open geode specimens; mining bags start at $9 and geode cracking starts at $10 (weather-dependent).
• Hiking Trails Scenic hiking trails across 220 acres offering Mississippi River Valley views, with trails suited for all skill levels.
• Skiing & Snowboarding Downhill skiing and snowboarding across 19 trails with a 475-foot vertical drop and 3,500-foot longest descent, serviced by 9 ski lifts with a combined capacity of 10,000+ skiers per hour; suitable for all skill levels.
• Farside Terrain Park A 7-acre freestyle terrain park with over 25 rails and features, served by its own triple chair lift, recognized as the largest terrain park of its kind in the Midwest.
• Ski & Snowboard Lessons Professional group and private ski/snowboard lessons taught by PSIA/AASI certified instructors for all skill levels; group lessons $45/hour, private lessons $80-$250 per hour.
• Burton Learn to Ride Program Beginner snowboarding lessons developed in partnership with Burton Snowboards and AASI/CASI, featuring specialized equipment and terrain designed for first-time riders aged 7+; $185 online / $200 at window.
• Powder Pups Children Lessons Specialized ski program for children ages 4-10 focusing on age-appropriate techniques in a fun and safe environment with small class sizes; includes skis, boots, helmet, and lift ticket.
• Season Passes Multi-tiered season pass options for the 2025-2026 season: All Mountain (unlimited skiing + summer activities), Four Seasons, Winter Trails, Moonlight, Bluebird, and Legacy (ages 70+); perks include buddy tickets, lesson discounts, retail discounts, and dining discounts.
• Lift Tickets & Equipment Rentals Lift ticket options with equipment rental packages for skiing and snowboarding; tiered by day, holiday status, and add-on combinations for the 2025-2026 season.
• Lodging Over 100 slopeside rooms with scenic Mississippi River valley views, amenities including indoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi, and direct access to the ski center and Mountainside Outfitters retail shop.
• Summit Food & Spirits On-site restaurant offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner with panoramic Mississippi River views, featuring classic American dishes, handcrafted pizzas, and craft beverages; bar operates with extended hours on weekends.
• Mountainside Outfitters Retail Shop Year-round retail shop selling ski and snowboard apparel and accessories, resort-branded souvenirs, snacks, games, and drinkware; brands include Anon, Arctix, Burton, Dakine, Fox, Kari Traa, and Silipint.
• Meetings & Corporate Events Meeting and conference facilities accommodating groups up to 250 people, with full catering services, latest technology amenities, and on-site lodging options for corporate retreats and team-building events.
• Weddings Wedding ceremony and reception packages at two scenic locations overlooking the Mississippi River valley (Sunset Garden and Grand View North Pointe), with full planning support, catering, and on-site lodging.

Quantifiable outcome

• Lift capacity over 10,000 skiers per hour
• +2 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Indy PasscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChestnut Mountain Resort is a partner on the 25/26 Indy Pass, a ski pass uniting 250+ of the world's best family and independently owned ski resorts. All Mountain, Four Season, Winter Trails, and Legacy Season Passholders can purchase an Indy Add-On Pass allowing two lift tickets at any Indy Pass Partner Resort.
• Burton SnowboardscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBurton Snowboards partnered with Chestnut Mountain to provide the Learn to Ride (LTR) Program. Developed with American Association of Snowboard Instructors (AASI) and Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors (CASI), the program provides beginner-friendly snowboarding lessons with Burton equipment specifically designed for first-time riders.

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Crystal Mountain Resort: Michigan family resort with skiing, lodging, golf, water park, and weddings; closely mirrors Chestnut's full-service Midwest mountain resort model with on-site accommodation and year-round programming.
• Boyne Mountain Resort: Year-round Michigan mountain resort with skiing, lodging, water park, spa, and golf; nearly identical business mix (ski operations + slopeside rooms + summer activities + weddings/meetings) and directly comparable Midwest destination positioning.
• Perfect North Slopes: Indiana ski and tubing resort with comparable Midwest day-pass pricing, snowmaking infrastructure, and family programming; targets similar Cincinnati/Indianapolis/Chicago-day-trip audience as Chestnut.
• Cascade Mountain: Wisconsin ski and snowboard resort offering comparable day-pass pricing, terrain park, lessons, and rentals plus snow tubing; same Midwest regional market and family-oriented visitor base.
• Granite Peak Ski Area: Wisconsin's largest ski resort, comparable scale to Chestnut with similar lift infrastructure, terrain park, lessons, and rentals; year-round operation with summer mountain biking and events in Rib Mountain State Park.
• Ski Snowstar Winter Sports Park: Illinois-based ski area serving the same in-state market as Chestnut; comparable mid-size Midwest day-resort footprint with similar lift ticket pricing and beginner terrain emphasis.
• Sundown Mountain Resort: Iowa ski and snowboard resort located near Dubuque, ~25 miles from Chestnut; directly competes for Tri-State area visitors with similar lift tickets, lessons, and beginner-friendly programming.
• Paoli Peaks: Indiana ski resort with similar size, lift ticket pricing, terrain park focus, and beginner/lesson programming; shares the Midwest regional ski-day-trip market with Chestnut.

Regional players

• Wilmot Mountain: Wisconsin ski and snowboard area; Vail Resorts-operated Epic Pass partner. Comparable Midwest ski operations and customer base, though now backed by a national consolidator with materially greater capital than Chestnut.

Emerging players

• Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa: Galena, Illinois destination resort offering lodging, spa, golf, and weddings; directly competes with Chestnut for the same Tri-State visitor and wedding market with overlapping meeting/event capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/chestnutmtn
• Facebookfacebook.com/Chestnut.Mountain.Resort
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/chestnut-mountain-resort

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Chestnut Mountain Resort