After 10 year break, Afton Alps will bring back tubing this winter

Afton Alps is bringing a little fun back to Minnesota's most dreaded season.

The ski area will bring snow tubing back this winter for the first time in more than a decade. The bubbly Tube Park is situated in the Highland Zone, near the Alpine Chalet, and will feature ten tubing lanes

"After more than a decade, Afton Alps is ready to welcome back tubing," Trevor Maring, Afton Alps’ General Manager, said in a statement. "We're thrilled to offer a new winter experience that’s perfect for family fun of all ages. With music, lights, and stunning views of the St. Croix Valley, it's more than just tubing—it's a celebration of winter.”

The area is currently under construction, but the tubing lanes are expected to be ready for riders when Afton Alps opens for the 2024-25 season.

The Epic Day Pass for Afton Alps, owned by Vail Resorts , is now available for $44 per day with prices set to rise on Sept. 2. However, tubing is not included in the pass. Prices on tubing have not yet been announced.

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