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4 Winter Getaways Under $250
Four U.S. winter adventures cost less than $250 per night.
In brief
Four U.S. winter adventures cost less than $250 per night. Fairbanks, Alaska offers northern lights views for $310/night; Ely, Minnesota has dog sledding for $250; Big Bear Mountain Resort provides ski trips under $250; Glacier National Park ice baths cost $83, $119 per night. Originally reported by Kiplinger.
Northern Lights in Fairbanks
Fairbanks, Alaska offers northern lights views at Chena Hot Springs.
“Imagine soaking in steamy outdoor hot springs during subzero temperatures while the northern lights rage overhead”
Northern Lights Tours
Night tours for northern lights cost $160 or more per adult.
“Book a night tour dedicated to viewing the lights on a snowmobile”
Fairbanks Lodging
Chena Hot Springs Resort Moose Lodge costs $310 per night.
“A stay at Chena Hot Springs Resort's Moose Lodge costs about $310 per night”
Dog Sledding in Ely
Ely, Minnesota is the nation's 'sled dog capital' for dog sledding.
“Deemed the nation's 'sled dog capital,' Ely, Minn., just south of the Canadian border”
Dog Sledding Cost
Half-day dog sledding excursions cost $250 with 10%, 20% tips.
“A half-day dogsledding excursion is typically about $250”
Ely Lodging
Silver Rapids Lodge rooms cost $150 per night.
“A room at Ely's Silver Rapids Lodge is about $150 per night”
Big Bear Mountain Resort
Big Bear Mountain Resort offers skiing under $250 per night.
“Big Bear Mountain Resort is a great choice for those who enjoy winter sports”
Big Bear Skiing
Snow Summit night lift tickets start at $59.
“Tickets start at $59 for nights or $79 for a day pass”
Big Bear Lodging
Big Bear lodges cost $250 or more per night.
“Rooms at lodges in the area run about $250 or more per night”
Ice Bathing in Montana
Glacier National Park offers ice bathing at Grinnell Lake.
“The best ice-bathing options at the national park in winter are at Grinnell Lake”
Ice Bathing Cost
Glacier National Park accommodations cost $83, $119 per night.
“Glacier National Park has an entrance fee of $25 per vehicle in the winter”
Ice Bathing Safety
Winter hiking requires extra preparation for safety.
“Make sure you're prepared for the unique challenges of winter hiking”
The takeaway
Fairbanks, Alaska offers northern lights views for $310/night; Ely, Minnesota has dog sledding for $250; Big Bear Mountain Resort provides ski trips under $250; Glacier National Park ice baths cost $83, $119 per night.
