Where to Find a Snowy Christmas in the U.S.

If you just have to have snow for Christmas, we’ve found the best towns across the U.S. where you’re almost guaranteed to see it. From cozy mountain hideaways to charming lakeside escapes, these festive destinations turn the holiday season into a snowy celebration you’ll never forget.

Check out our favorite snowy Christmas towns across the U.S.

Crested Butte, Colorado

Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? Crested Butte makes it almost certain. From tree lightings to live performances and Santa sightings, the magic never stops. With nearly 100 percent odds of snow, this cozy mountain town promises a Christmas full of charm, sparkle, and cheer.

Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Twinkling lights and mountain magic fill the air in Jackson Hole, where Christmas feels straight out of a snow globe. With an average of 31 inches of snowfall in December, this alpine wonderland is almost guaranteed a white Christmas.

Ski with Santa, sip cocoa under antler arches, and enjoy the possibility of building a snowman.

Marquette, Michigan

Marquette, Michigan, turns into a snowy wonderland each December, where lake views sparkle under a frosty blanket and locals toast the season with pure Upper Peninsula cheer.

With a 90 percent chance of snow on Christmas, you can count on white streets, twinkling lights, and plenty of wintry magic to ring in the holidays.

Duluth, Minnesota

If your Christmas dreams include gorgeous light displays and snowflakes by the lake, Duluth delivers in style.

Home to the nation’s largest free walk-through light display and endless festive fun, this Lake Superior city almost always wakes up white on Christmas morning, wrapped in a blanket of snow and seasonal charm.