Great Bear Ski Valley is a premier destination located just minutes from downtown Sioux Falls, SD, offering over 220 acres of outdoor fun year-round. As the largest park in the Sioux Falls Park and Recreation Department, it provides a wide range of winter sports activities for families, including 14 downhill trails, a snowboarding terrain park, and Kirby Family Tubing Park, along with cross-country and snowshoeing trails suitable for all skill levels. In the summer, visitors can enjoy hiking, bird watching, and picnicking along the four-mile trail system. The venue is also a popular choice for special events, particularly weddings. Many couples have praised the beautiful setting, with options for outdoor ceremonies surrounded by trees and indoor receptions featuring lovely wooden beams. The staff, including Jill and Jayne, have been highlighted for their exceptional service, making the planning process easy and accommodating. Great Bear Ski Valley offers in-house catering with diverse food and drink options, ensuring a delightful experience for guests. With friendly staff and ample space for activities, it is highly recommended for both winter sports enthusiasts and those planning special events.
Laser tubing was fun for our family tonight. But it's more like colored LEDs, not lasers. Also, if I could add a suggestion to have another person directing people which way the lines work at the top of the ride up. There were several kids cutting (under 13 yo) while the rest of us waited in line.
January 2026
Cool location for family fun. A good slope for skiing and the tubing was great !
January 2026
Some fun runs for a short day of skiing! Hardly any lines for the lift and runs were well maintained
