Summit Express
You won't find a better vantage point to view the Sawtooth Mountains and Lake Superior's dramatic coastline. This aerial gondola is one of the North Shore's most popular attractions, taking you on a scenic ride to the top of Moose Mountain. Rising 1,000 feet above Lake Superior, the gentle ride is an experience not to be missed.
Keep your eyes open for eagles, pine marten, bear, timber wolves, and moose, explore hiking trails, or stop at the Summit Chalet at Lutsen Mountains for gorgeous views and lunch or a snack.
2023 Summit Express Dates & Hours
| SPRING SATURDAYS |
May 13 & 20 |
|---|---|
| SAT-MON (MEMORIAL WEEKEND) |
May 27-29 |
| OPEN DAILY |
June 2-Oct 15 |
| THUR - SUN (MEA WEEKEND) |
Oct 19-22 |
| FALL SATURDAYS |
Oct 28, Nov 4 & 11 |
Our summer attractions are weather dependent, on days with heavy fog or rain we are unable to operate the Alpine Slide. Please call our central reservation at 877-458-8736 on days with inclement weather prior to online purchase.
| hours of operation | 10:00am-5:00pm* |
|---|---|
| SPRING & FALL SATURDAYS | 10:00am-4:00pm |
Schedule may vary due to weather.
*September 23 & 30: Summit Express OPEN 9:00am-6:00pm
2023 Summit Express Gondola Rates
SUMMIT EXPRESS TICKETS
| ADULT [AGES 16-64] |
$29 |
|---|---|
| CHILD [AGES 6-15] |
$21 |
| SENIOR [AGES 65+] |
$25 |
| TOTS [5 AND UNDER] |
FREE with paid adult |
| FAMILY GONDOLA PACKAGE (1 ADULT/1 CHILD COMBO) |
$45 |
| UNLIMITED [ALL AGES] |
$37 |
| One-way tickets |
Save $4/person Ride up and hike down via Superior Hiking Trail |
Rates and availability are subject to change.
Prices do not include applicable taxes and fees. 8.375% State & County Tax, 5.5% Resort Fees.
Slide/Gondola Combo
| adult [ages 16-64] |
$40 |
|---|---|
| child [ages 6-15] |
$32 |
| senior [ages 65+] |
$36 |
| adventure pass upgrade [onsite only] |
$29 |
Non-transferable, a single ride on each the alpine slide and gondola.
Rates and availability are subject to change.
Prices do not include applicable taxes and fees. 8.375% State & County Tax, 5.5% Resort Fees.
All-Day Adventure Pass
| all ages |
$59 |
|---|
Non-transferable, unlimited slide/gondola pass.
Rates and availability are subject to change.
Prices do not include applicable taxes and fees. 8.375% State & County Tax, 5.5% Resort Fees.
