About Our Hills
THE MOST CURRENT INFO
HILL CONDITION REPORT
BEGINNER Runs
Run
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Status
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WUNDERBERG
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OPEN
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ZIG ZAG
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OPEN
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FRIEDA'S RUN
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OPEN
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INTERMEDIATE Runs
RUN
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STATUS
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SECOND CHANCE
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OPEN
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EDELWEISS
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OPEN
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RIDGE RUNNER
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OPEN
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EXPERT Runs
RUN
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STATUS
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ECO ALLEY
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OPEN
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WERENER'S WAY
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OPEN
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THE OTHER WAY
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OPEN
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TERRAIN PARKS
RUNS
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SOUTH PARK
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RIDGE RUNNER
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OPEN
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SOUTH PARK
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OPEN
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NORTH PARK
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OPEN
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SUNDAY - THURSDAY
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CLOSES AT 8PM
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TRAIL STATUS

Full Trail Map
Hit the Trails
Know where to go before you get to the hill! Check out our trail map to see where our runs and terrain parks are located. Thereās something for every skill level!
Our Hills
Hit the Slopes

TRAIL MAP
We have a wide variety of trails to offer everyone from beginner to expert.

WUNDERBERG
BEGINNER RUN | This beginner-friendly hill is ready to welcome you! Enjoy a sloped run and beginner terrain as you build your skill.

ZIG ZAG
BEGINNER RUN | After youāve mastered Wunderberg, head out to Zig Zag! This terrain is perfect for beginner and intermediate skiers.

FRIEDAāS RUN
BEGINNER RUN | Good terrain, great snow! Cruise down this beginnerās run for the easiest way to the bottom of the hill.

SECOND CHANCE
INTERMEDIATE RUN | Meet Sunburstās only south-facing hill. Perfect for intermediate skiers, this run turns into Zig Zag halfway down.

EDELWEISS
INTERMEDIATE RUN | Hit the slopes on Sunburstās most popular hill. Since 1961, intermediate skiers have loved Edelweissās wide, steady pitch.

Ridge Runner
Terrain Park | This run is great for skiers and snowboarders looking to up their excitement with features and jumps.

ECO ALLEY
ADVANCED RUN | Take it to the next level with this advanced run. Very narrow and very steep, hitting this slope feels like launching through a chute!

WERNERāS WAY
ADVANCED RUN | Searching for a challenging hill? Our primary race run features two head walls and a fall line.

OTHER WAY
EXPERT RUN | Stand at the top of our steepest hill and you wonāt be able to see the bottom! Enjoy the most challenging terrain Sunburst has to offer.
Hill Descriptions & INFO
Say Hello to the Hills
BEGINNER RUNS
Wunderberg
The friendliest of all the hills! Dubbed after the original namesake of our resort, this run is the first stop for newbies. This sloped hill is filled with beginner terrain thatās easy to navigate and features a rope tow and carpet lift.
Zig Zag
The next natural step after mastering Wunderberg. Hone your skills here before you move on to new terrain ā Zig Zag is the perfect hill for beginner and intermediate skiers.
Frieda's Run
Take a leisurely ride to the bottom of the hill. Named after the ownerās beloved mother, this beginnerās run offers multiple fall lines and the best snow on the hill. Whether you’re a beginner building up your skills or an intermediate skier wanting a warm up, this run is the easiest way down!
INTERMEDIATE RUNS
Second Chance
Sunburstās only south-facing hill. This intermediate run is wide open and features a steeper grade on skiers’ left. If you’re a beginner, keep right to start building your confidence ā once you’re ready, head down the left to experience Second Chance in a new light! This runĀ turns into Zig Zag halfway down so you get the best of both worlds.
Edelweiss
Meet Sunburstās fan favorite! Perfect for intermediate skiers, this run has been around since 1961. Itās our oldest and largest hill! With a wide, steady pitch, it’s the best hill to achieve high speeds. Cruise down Edelweiss just once and it’s sure to become one of your favorites, too.
Ridge Runner
Snowboarders, this oneās for you! Though itās great for beginner skiers and boarders alike, Ridge Runner marks the entrance to our stellar terrain parks. With great snow and a variety of rollers, small jumps, and small features, itās hard to get āboardā of this run!
EXPERT RUNS
Eco Alley
Named after our ownerās three daughters ā Emily, Caroline, and Olivia ā this hill takes it to the next level. Narrow and steep, this expert run has some real rock ‘n roll to it! Moguls love its terrain, multiple fall lines, and the chance for three or four good slalom turns.
Werner's Way
This advanced run pays homage to the ownerās father, Werner, who skied for the German national team in the 1950s. Serving as our primary ski race run ā and crowned the best ski run in the Milwaukee area ā this hill features a steep skiers’ left, double head walls, and a fallaway. Plus, itās great for catching some air!
The Other Way āā
If itās not Wernerās way, itās the Other Way! When you stand at the top of our steepest and most challenging hill, you wonāt even be able to see the bottom. This hill is home to the motorcycle hill climb every June, but in winter itās open to thrill-seeking skiers. It’s as steep as any run in the Midwest!
TERRAIN PARKS
Ridge Runner
Build on the basics at this terrain park! Designed for beginner and intermediate boarders, this diverse area has a variety of rollers, small jumps, and small features with great snow.
South Park
Perfect for intermediate to advanced boarders, this terrain park is the perfect place to practice some sweet tricks. With jumps, spines, kickers, and a variety of rails ā box rails, single rails, and double barrel rails ā there’s so much to enjoy!
Events, Safety, & Lessons
Know Before You Go

Upcoming Events
Donāt miss a thing! Thereās always something fun to do at Sunburst. Get all the details on upcoming events.

Safety at Sunburst
When youāre out on the hills, make sure youāre following our safety protocols. Itās the easiest way to make sure everyone has fun!

Ski & Board Lessons
Want to upgrade from green to black? With our ski and board lessons, you can build up your skills and hit the hard hills.