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Boston Mills in USA - a ski lift going down a snowy slope.
Boston Mills in USA - a ski lift going down a snowy slope.
Boston Mills in USA - a ski slope covered in snow.
Boston Mills in USA - an aerial view of a house in the snow.
Boston Mills in USA - an aerial view of a ski slope in the mountains.
Boston Mills in USA - an aerial view of a ski slope in the mountains.
Boston Mills in USA - an aerial view of a snow covered ski area.

Boston Mills Overview

Boston Mills is a popular ski resort that attracts a diverse range of visitors, particularly locals, young people, and teenagers. The resort offers a range of slopes to suit different skiing abilities, with easy slopes for beginners and intermediate ones for more advanced skiers. Many customers appreciate the excellent customer service and the convenience of the Epic card, which offers discounts on food and rental equipment.

The resort is conveniently located, making it a preferred choice for those who prefer not to drive too far from Cleveland. However, it can get crowded during the weekends or weekday evenings when ski clubs are present. Boston Mills has a tradition of installing park features, offering added attractions when snow conditions permit. Despite some criticisms about the current absence of park features, the resort remains a favorite destination for family outings due to its comfortable and spacious facilities.

The ski lifts are plentiful, reducing wait times even on busy days. The lodge is large and accommodating, making it an ideal venue for group ski days. However, there have been some criticisms about the pricing, with some customers feeling that the cost of lift tickets and rentals is high compared to the facilities and services offered. Some customers also expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of the food offered.

Despite these criticisms, many customers have had positive experiences at Boston Mills. The resort is particularly commended for its efficiency, with customers reporting smooth experiences getting rentals and accessing the slopes. The resort is regarded as a good destination for beginners, with many first-time skiers having positive experiences. Even during busy periods, the resort manages to maintain good snow conditions, although it can get crowded.

In recent years, there have been some changes at Boston Mills following its acquisition by Vail Resorts. Some customers feel that the quality of the resort has declined, citing issues such as potholed roads, old lifts, and reduced opening hours. Nevertheless, Boston Mills remains a popular ski destination, providing many locals and visitors with enjoyable skiing experiences.

Key insights

8 insights available

Skiable Terrain

40.0
Total area of accessible ski terrain
Max: 12366 ac

Night Skiing Area

40.0
Skiable terrain at night

Snow Making Coverage

40.0
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Terrain Difficulty

Beginner
8.0%
Intermediate
47.0%
Expert
45.0%
Measured independently from mapped ski runs — figures may differ from resort marketing. Terrain statistics are derived from OpenStreetMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors, via OpenSkiMap.

Features

2 features available

Traditional Ski Resort

A classic ski resort with real snow

Night Skiing

Enjoy after-dark skiing operations

Frequently asked questions about Boston Mills

Where is Boston Mills?

Boston Mills is a ski resort in Peninsula, Ohio, United States, at coordinates 41.2600, -81.5600.

How many lifts does Boston Mills have?

Boston Mills has 7 lifts, serving 2 km of marked runs and 40 ac of skiable terrain.

How high is Boston Mills?

Boston Mills has a peak elevation of 264 m, a base elevation of 202 m and a vertical drop of 62 m.

How is Boston Mills rated?

ShredIndex rates Boston Mills 50.5 out of 100, based on catalogued resort data and 4 skier reviews.

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40 ac

Skiable Terrain

40 ac

Night Skiing Area

2km

Total Run Distance

7total

Number of Lifts

62m

Vertical Drop

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Best Time to Visit

83.5cm
Annual Snowfall
11 year average
Peak: January (22.1cm)
9.4cm
Nov
18.7cm
Dec
22.1cm
Jan
19.2cm
Feb
10.7cm
Mar
8.3cm
Apr
Snow Season (Nov-Dec-Jan-Feb-Mar-Apr)
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