Largest in the Midwest Vail portfolio! Encompassed by the beautiful Afton State Park, guests enjoy the finest Minnesota skiing with breathtaking valley views from above in the Meadows or ski down through the tunnel (yes Afton has a tunnel) to the Highland steeps. Dodge the weekend crowds by parking “up top” and launching from multiple access points. Truly a resort retreat near Minneapolis, and only 25 minutes from the busy capital of St. Paul, Minnesota.