Chestnut Mountain

The Chestnut Mountain ski resort is located in Galena, Illinois, 20 miles southeast of Dubuque, Iowa, in Jo Daviess County.

The ski resort opened in 1959 and features two restaurants, a lodge with 119 rooms, an indoor pool and hot tub area, as well as several other accommodations.

[2] During the warmer seasons the resort operates a mini golf course and a playground, as well as an Alpine Slide served by a ski lift.

[5] Chestnut Mountain annually hosts a Special Olympics event that consists of nine state sport winter game competition.

The entire Special Olympics event consists of an opening ceremony, the winter games reception, and a victory dance to celebrate the day.

During the reception guests are able to observe presentations, socialize with other families, and meet different sponsors Board members and staff.

The victory dance gives the athletes of Special Olympics Illinois a chance to celebrate their accomplishments and to socialize with others from around the state.

[7] In 2012 the EPA issued a Permit to the Chestnut Mountain ski lodge allowing them to discharge into the waters of the State.