Great Bear Ski Valley

Great Bear Ski Valley 220 acres of unlimited year-round fun and excitement just minutes from downtown Sioux Falls.

🚨 Big news from Indy Pass - now including 250+ resorts worldwide for the 25/26 season!This season’s pass goes on sale Au...
08/20/2025

🚨 Big news from Indy Pass - now including 250+ resorts worldwide for the 25/26 season!

This season’s pass goes on sale August 28, 2025 at 11 A.M. CT, until capacity is reached!

👉 Learn more at https://www.indyskipass.com/

Just a few months ‘til first chair ⛷️🗻
08/19/2025

Just a few months ‘til first chair ⛷️🗻

08/18/2025
08/15/2025

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — An evening of summer fun is planned at Great Bear Ski Valley Friday night. It’s called the Trailgating Festival. People are invited to hit the hiking trails a…

This past weekend, our team had the chance to attend the Midwest Ski Areas Association conference, and we’re bringing ba...
08/13/2025

This past weekend, our team had the chance to attend the Midwest Ski Areas Association conference, and we’re bringing back plenty of ideas and inspiration! We can’t wait to put what we learned into action to make your Great Bear experience even better.

Join us for a FREE night of family fun at The Bear! Enjoy yard games, live music, crafts, live music, and s’mores by the...
08/06/2025

Join us for a FREE night of family fun at The Bear! Enjoy yard games, live music, crafts, live music, and s’mores by the campfire. Great Bear will be grilling on the deck, plus drinks at the bar available for purchase.

Feeling competitive? Sign up for the 18+ co****le tournament—registration at 6 PM, tourney at 6:30 PM (32-team limit).

Register here 👉 https://recreation.siouxfalls.gov/webtrac/web/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=80303126

Already counting down to opening day 🔜🐻❄️
08/05/2025

Already counting down to opening day 🔜🐻❄️

07/29/2025

Why bring IMBA Trail Solutions to Sioux Falls? Because world-class trails deserve world-class builders.

With decades of experience and a deep focus on sustainability, IMBA is helping us bring 10+ miles of multi-use trail to life at Great Bear Ski Valley.

Be part of this history. Donate today to support The Great Trail Build. Every dollar gets us closer to the finish line.

https://www.fallsareasingletrack.org/trails/great-bear

Please note: newly developed trails are not available to ride until construction is complete.



International Mountain Bicycling Association
Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation

Chill at the Hill is back this Wednesday, July 30th with mouthwatering eats from Backyard BBQ and live music by Todd Cas...
07/28/2025

Chill at the Hill is back this Wednesday, July 30th with mouthwatering eats from Backyard BBQ and live music by Todd Casilli!

Bring your crew, grab a bite, and enjoy a laid-back night of good food and great tunes. We’ll see you there!

Our Great Bear Lallycooler Legends! From event set up to crafting the perfect cocktails for Ultra VIP, this team brought...
07/25/2025

Our Great Bear Lallycooler Legends! From event set up to crafting the perfect cocktails for Ultra VIP, this team brought the festival to life in every way. 🎶🌟

Address

Sioux Falls, SD

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Great Bear Ski Valley posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Great Bear Ski Valley:

Share

About Us

Great Bear Ski Valley offers more than 220 acres of unlimited year-round fun and excitement just minutes away from downtown Sioux Falls, SD. As the largest park in the Sioux Falls Park and Recreation Department, Great Bear features unlimited winter sports activities for the whole family. Featuring 14 downhill trails, snowboarding terrain park, Kirby Family Tubing Park and cross country and snow shoeing trails that provide fun and excitement for all skill levels. During the summer months, Great Bear provides the perfect setting for hiking, bird watching or enjoying a picnic on our four mile trail system. Our location also provides the perfect setting for outdoor weddings as well as group events. Stop out today and experience one of South Dakota's top natural attractions. #ExploreGBSF

READ MORE

Spring, Summer and Fall Hours

The Wallin Nature Trail System is open 8 a.m. – Dusk, 7 days a week.