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WILMOT MOUNTAIN

📍Wilmot, Wisconsin, USA

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Photo: Charles Townsend · Official resort media-use permission · Photo details

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Vertical drop
230 ft*
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Skiable terrain
120 acres
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Avg snowfall
40 in*
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Lifts
10

Wilmot Mountain Ski & Ride School

Ski & Ride School building, south end of the property for groups

Ski LessonsSnowboard LessonsPrivate Lessons

Wilmot offers group and private ski and snowboard lessons. Group lessons start at the Ski & Ride School building at the south end of the property.

Why we like it

Allow time to collect equipment and confirm lift access before checking in. Follow the school signs to the south end if you’re joining a group.

Best for:

First ski or snowboard lessonsGroup instructionPrivate coaching
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, ski lessons, snowboard lessons, private lessons.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

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Wilmot Mountain Rental Center

Wilmot rental building or child lesson annex, as instructed

Rentals

Wilmot’s rental building supplies equipment for resort lessons. Children with lesson rental add-ons can use the annex beside the school office on weekends and holidays. During the week, pickup is in the rental building.

Why we like it

For repeat lessons, ask about the ski lease for multi-week participants. For a single visit, use the fitting location in the lesson instructions.

Best for:

Resort rental pickupChild lesson add-onsMulti-week ski lease enquiries
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, rentals.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

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Wilmot Child Group Lessons

Ski & Ride School building at the south end

Ski LessonsSnowboard LessonsKids Programs

Wilmot’s child group lessons meet at the Ski & Ride School building. Parents stay through gear fitting and check-in until their child meets the instructor.

Why we like it

Arrange lift access beforehand and confirm the pickup time and place at drop-off. Follow your booking’s rental directions if your child needs equipment.

Best for:

Children’s ski and snowboard groupsFamily pickup planningFirst lessons
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, ski lessons, snowboard lessons, kids programs.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

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Wilmot Junior Development & Race Teams

Wilmot Mountain

Ski LessonsRace TrainingKids Programs

Wilmot’s seasonal ski programs include a Junior Development Team for intermediate children and a Junior Race Team for intermediate and advanced young skiers.

Why we like it

Compare the two teams’ age and ability requirements before registering. These multi-week programs suit skiers who want repeated coaching through the season.

Best for:

Intermediate young skiersJunior race developmentMulti-week coaching
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, ski lessons, race training, kids programs.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

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Pro Tip: Book Early

Lessons and rentals at popular resorts often book up quickly, especially during peak season and holidays. We recommend booking at least 1–2 weeks in advance to secure your preferred times.

Sources & planning context

Historical planning figures · Figures marked * come from earlier references and may differ from current resort figures.

Other names · Wilmot, Wilmot Mountain Ski Resort

Compare the kind of instruction or equipment you need. The provider can match your ability, age and dates to a current program.

Typically early December to early March

A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.

Official schedules & conditions ↗
Schedule source ↗Official resort ↗
Official website
https://www.wilmotmountain.com/
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summit elevation (ft)
960
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Base elevation (ft)
770
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Skiable area (acres)
120
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Lifts
10
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Runs
25
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026

Historical mountain figures awaiting field-level confirmation: Vertical drop (ft), Reported average snowfall (in).

Individual listings retain their own sources and check dates. A source check covers only the named details; it does not confirm availability. Snowfall averages describe climate, not a forecast.

Wilmot winter trail map ↗The map shows Bunny East, Bunny West, the Wilmot Learning Area, Broadway, Ridge Run, The Gully and the Progression Park. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Wilmot mountain info ↗Base at 770 feet and summit at 960 feet. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Wilmot driving and parking ↗Separate ski and tubing addresses on Fox River Road, operator estimates about an hour from Chicago or 45 minutes from Milwaukee, and advance return arrangements for ride-share trips. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Ice Castles Wisconsin ↗Wisconsin attraction renamed Winter Realms; operator lists it closed for the season. No dated reopening established. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa ↗Just outside Lake Geneva, Grand Geneva offers rooms with patios or balconies, dining, pools, WELL Spa and its own ski hill. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Hampton Inn Elkhorn Lake Geneva Area ↗Hilton places the Lake Geneva area Hampton at 40 West Hidden Trail in Elkhorn, with hot breakfast, indoor pool and parking. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Days Inn by Wyndham Pleasant Prairie Kenosha ↗Wyndham identifies the Pleasant Prairie property off I-94, with breakfast, parking, guest laundry, gym and pet-friendly rooms. Address and phone agree with the former La Quinta. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Grand Geneva history ↗The Grand Geneva property began as Lake Geneva Playboy Club Hotel in 1968. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Wilmot lesson arrival and rental pickup ↗Adult and child groups meet at the Ski & Ride School building on the south end. Children’s lesson rental add-ons use the annex on weekends and holidays, otherwise the rental building. All lessons need lift access. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Wilmot ski and snowboard lessons ↗The school offers group and private ski and snowboard lessons and distinguishes required equipment and lift access. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Wilmot seasonal programs 2026–27 ↗The program list includes junior development for intermediate skiers and the Jr. Race Team for intermediate or advanced youth. Ski leases are offered for multi-week programs. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Walt's Tavern | Wilmot Mountain Resort ↗A dine-in or takeout base-area tavern serving weekend brunch, espresso, and grab-and-go food above rentals. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Ski Hill Grill | Wilmot Mountain Resort ↗A Main Lodge quick-service grill serving pizza, soup, chili, tacos, salads, cheese curds, and gourmet burgers. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Sopra Bistro ↗Welcome to Sopra Located in Lake Geneva. fresh and delicious Italian-American bold flavored foods, with global influence. Located on Main Street in the heart of downtown. casual and romantic. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

  • Wilmot Mountain official hours / current-season information ↗

    The official hours page still describes 2025–26 closure; exact 2026–27 opening and closing dates were not found there.

  • Wilmot Mountain Information ↗

    The official Wilmot Mountain Information page states the asserted mountain facts.

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