Book accommodations through the North Dakota Tourism Division Web site (see Resources below) or call 1-800-HELLO-ND.
Look in the nearby town of Bottineau, North Dakota, just 10 miles away from the slopes, for a range of budget accommodations. Comfortable, nationally known hotel and motel chains can be found within the city limits.
Book the ultimate getaway with reservations at an authentic log cabin. Several inexpensive rental cabins are available near Bottineau Winter Park, which boast beautiful mountain views, spacious interiors and fully equipped kitchens. Some resort communities even have onsite grocery stores to facilitate cooking.
Plan a weekend visit to Bottineau Winter Park. Unless you travel during the peak winter season, the park is only open from Thursday through Sunday and on holidays.
Come between mid-December and the first week of January to enjoy the slopes every day. During this high time, Bottineau Winter Park is open every day from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. On the weekends, the park extends its hours to 9:00 pm.
Take a look at the special events going on during your trip via the Bottineau Winter Park Web site (see Resources below). Bottineau Winter Park sponsors several winter events, including a youth ski tournament. Fundraisers and adult ski competitions are also offered throughout the winter.
Decide whether you want to bring your own equipment or rent it from the onsite shop. Bottineau Winter Park has full-service store run by certified technicians who can help you rent the best ski or snowboarding equipment for your vacation.
Take Highway 5 into Bottineau, North Dakota, and follow signs to the ski area.
Check the snow report via the Bottineau Winter Park Web site.
Get ready to enjoy 9 runs and a 250-foot vertical drop.
Contact Bottineau Winter Park directly at 1-701-263-4556 for information about booking ski packages or reserving ski lessons. While it's not possible to make reservations online, you can speak with a customer service representative who will be happy to assist you with reservations.
Purchase your day tickets and season passes when you arrive at Bottineau Winter Park. Tickets and passes can be picked up at the Special Tickets Desk located in the lodge.
Make your group or special events reservations in advance by calling 1-800-305-8079. Special sessions of snow tubing or ski instruction are available for groups of more than 10 visitors, but these arrangements must be made in advance to ensure space.
