Chestnut Mountain Resort in Galena, Illinois

The name Chestnut Mountain Resort has become synonymous with premier skiing destinations. Chestnut Mountain is set among 220-acres of land, and offers 19 ski trails, with a vertical drop of 475 feet. The facility has 100 slopeside rooms, the Alpine and Steinhaus restaurants, festive nightlife, an electronic game room and Three Gables Lounge.

Chestnut Mountain has a rustic lodge feeling and is perfect for everything from family trips to romantic getaways. The standard rooms feature all the comforts needed with the option for one or two queen sized beds, a private bath. A television with satellite and free wireless internet access, come standard with all the rooms offered.

The resort offers four affordable packages available for guests to choose from. The "No Frills, Just Thrills'' package consists of Friday and Saturday night accommodations, one discounted 2-day lift ticket per night. The package is based on double occupancy and a two-night stay is required.

The "Weekend Ski'' package includes two-nights lodging, two breakfasts, two lunches, one dinner, two discounted all-day lift tickets and ski/snowboards lessons for an additional fee. There is an additional fee for guests over the age of 6 years of age and the package is based on double occupancy.

The "Midweek Sneak Away'' package includes a two-night accommodation, two breakfasts, two dinners, three lift tickets and one ski/snowboard lesson Sunday through Thursday. Each additional guest over 6 years of age is subject to an additional fee and the package is based on double occupancy.

The "Ski `N Z'' Package provides a one night lodging available Sunday-Thursday, with a special discount rate for lift tickets. Each additional guest over 6 years old requires an additional fee and the package is based on double occupancy.

The Chestnut Mountain Resort offers several seasonal amenities for guests. During the summer amenities include the alpine slide, Mississippi Explorer Cruises, miniature golf, hiking and biking trails and an indoor pool, sauna and Jacuzzi. In the winter months the resort offers downhill skiing, snowboarding, casual dining, an indoor pool, Jacuzzi and sauna. There are also many entertaining things to do nearby such as sleigh rides, museums, casinos and shopping in Historic Galena, Illinois.

For guests traveling with children, Chestnut Mountain has the Powder Playcare facility. Located in the Children's Center, the play care area contains a romper room, cribs, cozy beds and an entertaining staff. Powder Playcare is devoted to providing a fun, flexible and playful environment for children.

Chestnut Mountain Resort is located in upper western Illinois and is close to Chicago, Madison, Wisconsin and De Moines, Iowa. The resort is perfect to visit all year-round because of the wide variety of activities offered and close proximity to entertainment and nightlife. Visiting Chestnut Mountain is perfect any time of year for those seeking a relaxing place to get away from it all.