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Why Vacation to Granite Peak

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Close to Home. Skip the Travel Hassle.

Granite Peak is just a drive away from major Midwest cities like Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, and St. Louis. Skip the airports and start your vacation when you’re ready, in the comfort of your own car. The journey is easy, the welcome is warm, and the resort is waiting.

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More Ski Days. One-Third the Cost.

A Granite Peak trip means one more day on the slopes compared to a Western vacation. With no airfare, car rentals, or sky-high costs, you’ll spend about one-third less than heading out West. A family of four can save over $2,000 on a three-day trip all while skiing Wisconsin’s biggest mountain.

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The Mountain Experience

Granite Peak combines well-rounded terrain with small-town charm. You’ll find 65 runs across 225 acres, from tree glades and mogul fields to long family cruisers and terrain parks. With three high-speed lifts serving 97% of the mountain, you’ll spend more time skiing and less time waiting. Pair that with night skiing and there's no doubt you'll be stacking up the vertical. 

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Wausau

Mid-America’s Great Ski Town

When the lifts close, the adventure continues in Wausau. Just minutes from Rib Mountain, this welcoming town is full of dining, live music, arts, and community spirit.

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Dining highlights

  • Ciao – Handmade pasta & Italian wines
  • Lemon Grass – Thai & sushi favorites
  • Van Acre – Elevated American plates
  • Zaika – Bold Indian flavors
  • Char Grill House – Steaks & wood-fire specialties

Après & Music

  • Juliette Cocktail Bar
  • Malarkey’s (live music)
  • Timekeeper Lounge & Distillery

Arts & Theater

  • Grand Theater – Live plays, concerts, and touring acts like the Oak Ridge Boys, Marshall Tucker Band, and more.
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Shop Local

Find one-of-a-kind gifts, gear, and treasures in Wausau’s walkable downtown. From ski shops to boutiques, there’s something for everyone.

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Family Fun & Winter Activities

Beyond skiing, Wausau is filled with family-friendly fun. Whether it’s skating under the lights, tubing hills, or exploring the arts, the whole crew will find something to love.

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Sylvan Hill Snow Tubing

Sylvan Hill Park is home to the Wausau area's only snow tubing hill.

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Sawmill Adventure Trampoline Park

The Sawmill Adventure & Trampoline Park has virtual reality games, mini golf, and more!

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Nine Mile County Forest

Explore Nine Mile Forest Unit on skis or snowshoes in the winter, and on foot or mountain bike in summer.

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Stay Your Way

Stay just minutes from the mountain in Wausau, with options for every budget and style. From family-friendly hotels to boutique stays, ski-and-stay packages make it easy to bundle and save—so you can focus on fun.

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