Located 15 miles northeast of Omaha, Nebraska, in the rugged, mountainous terrain of the Loess Hills, Iowa, this ski resort offers various runs and a 12,000-foot freefall. The resort has a Swiss-inspired lodge that houses the Mountain Cafe & Bar, where you can enjoy winter food and your favorite beverage or relax by the outdoor fireplace and roast marshmallows. Private and group skiing and snowboarding lessons are also available. Founded in 1961 with the help of Olympic gold medalist Stein Eriksen, this resort is the perfect destination for winter sports enthusiasts.