Chestnut Mountain Resort
HospitalityIllinois, United States51-200 Employees
Chestnut Mountain Resort operates as a year-round hospitality destination in Illinois, offering winter sports alongside a range of outdoor activities in the summer. The property spans more than 220 rolling acres with a 475-foot vertical drop, 19 ski trails, and a 7-acre terrain park named The Farside, served by multiple lifts to move guests efficiently. In 2020, Ski Magazine recognized Chestnut Mountain as one of the top 10 ski resorts in the Midwest, underscoring its regional profile. Located near historic Galena and perched on hills overlooking the Mississippi, the resort supports couples, families, conventions, groups, and wedding celebrations as a destination. During warmer months, visitors can enjoy activities such as the Alpine Slide, Mississippi River excursions, the Soaring Eagle zip line, Segway tours, mountain biking, mini golf, and disc golf. The operation is a mid-sized hospitality business based in Galena, Illinois.