Michigan is really three states in one; the Upper Peninsula, the northern Lower Peninsula and southern Lower Peninsula, resulting in 46 individual ski areas. Only New York State has more ski areas. The highest point in Michigan is Mount Arvon 1,979 ft and the lowest point is Lake Erie 571 ft above sea level.
Big Powderhorn is a midwest favorite, it combines 17 feet of average natural snowfall with incredible views of Upper Peninsula forests. Add a dash of renowned grooming, family friendly specials, and a down-home staff who treats you like family. Throw in a charming Bavarian style village with a complementary shuttle and you have the makings for an unforgettable winter getaway!
Blackjack Ski Resort is nestled in the beautiful Black River Valley in the Lake Superior snow belt of Michigan's western Upper Peninsula and receives an average of 250-plus inches of natural Lake Superior snowfall and has become a weekend hideaway for local skiers and destination skiers.
Located in Harbor Springs, Boyne Highlands has slightly more advanced terrain. Night skiing is available on weekends, holidays and on Wednesday and Thursday evenings throughout the season. Boyne Highlands base village can accommodate up to 1500 guests and has incorporated two heated outdoor pools and one indoor heated pool.
The first North American resort to install a six seater chair lift, Boyne Mountain's 52 runs are up to a mile long over a 500 foot vertical. Although the trails predominantly suit beginners and intermediates, 3% of the trails are rated "experts only." The slopes have 100% snow making cover. Base accommodation can cater for up to 600 guests; facilities include a new warm outdoor pool and a huge hot tub as well as ice skating, a sauna, massage, gym and beauty parlor. There are several restaurants, cafes and bars.
Caberfae Peaks Ski Resort now boasts some of the biggest vertical drops and longest and best ski runs in the Midwest. Rising higher than South Peak and boasting a 485-foot vertical drop, the North Peak complex provides the best ski terrain in Northern Michigan.
Crystal Mountain offers lodging for over 1,200 people, indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, two clay tennis courts, a 175-seat restaurant and an IACC-approved conference center for up to 300 people.
Crystella Ski Hill is a City owned facility is operated with the cooperation of Crystal Falls Township (the City and Township each provide an employee to operate the tow rope lifts). This is a great starter hill for the kids! The hill is open for all to enjoy once a good base of snow has fallen.
Hickory Hills opened in the 1950-51 season and features 8 runs with 1 beginner, 5 intermediate, and 2 advanced runs that are serviced by 5 rope tows. Night skiing is available on 7 of the runs.
Indianhead in the western Upper Peninsula offers 195 acres of skiable terrain served by nine lifts. Their acreage is 95% served by man-made snow so Indianhead enjoys the longest season in Big Snow Country, opening earlier and staying open later in the spring.
Mont Ripley Ski hill is operated by Michigan Tech University. The area is known for its professional National Ski Patrol unit. Mont Ripley ski area is located in the Keweenaw Peninsula and sits adjacent to the Keweenaw National Historic Park. Beginning as well as advanced skiers will find Mont Ripley ideally suited to their needs. A 423-foot vertical drop that provides plenty of challenge for the advanced skier, while beginners can take advantage of the midway unloading station, where the descent is wide and gentle.
Mount Bohemia, near Houghton in the Keweenaw Peninsula of Michigan, has the longest runs with the highest vertical and deepest powder in the Midwest.
Bohemia is all natural snow, and has no problem without snow guns. The average snowfall in the Keweenaw Peninsula is 273 inches. The lake effect snow is dry similar to western resorts and accumulates as powder which is untouched because they do not groom.
Mt Holly in Goveland Oaks the northern suburbs of the metro Detroit area opened the 1956-57. Mt Holly offers terrain for the whole family for day or night skiing and snowboarding.
Nub's Nob, featuring "the Midwest's best snow", is an excellent family ski area and a perfect panacea when you need a snow-fix.
The mountain is simple, with a maximum elevation of 1338' and a vertical drop of 427' but the terrain is significantly varied, offering every skill level a number of choices among its 53 trails. With 100% snowmaking, Nub's Nob offers consistent conditions throughout the year and 9 lifts keep the lines short. The lights are turned on five nights a week as well.
Nowhere else in northern Michigan will you find a four season resort quite like the Otsego Club! Nestled at the top of the Sturgeon River Valley in the alpine village of Gaylord, Michigan, the Otsego Club is the destination of choice throughout the year.
Pando is a great family winter sports park. Pando is located 15 minutes outside of Grand Rapids, Michigan in picturesque Rockford. We cater to the beginner, as well as, the advanced skier and snowboarder. The tube hill offers exciting family fun for all ages.
Petoskey Winter Sports Park has a free to the public sledding area, outdoor hockey rink, large outdoor ice rink, small ski hill and warming house with concession and lighted facilities.
Pine Knob with terrain for skiers of all abilities, is the most perferred ski area in the metro Detroit area because it has a completely northern facing hill and the greatest capacity for snow making out of all southeastern Michigan ski areas. Therefore Pine Knob has a longer ski season and is open with more days in a row.
Pine Mountain Lodge resort in Iron Mountain, Michigan's upper peninsula. Pine Mountain Resort is the perfect destination for year round recreation and a home away from home for the business traveler. Surrounded by stunning views and majestic red and white pines, the resort is the perfect gateway to all that the Upper Peninsula has to offer.
Porcupine Mountains ski area is located in Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, Michigan's largest state park.
With new expansions for the 2006-2007 season the Porkies is now offering snowcat skiing, the first of it's kind in the Midwest. A whole new mountain just west of the main ski area has been added featuring over 100 acres of inbounds backcountry terrain and lots of fresh powder. Ride the Expedition Everest snowcat as it takes you to the top of a half-mile wide virgin forest to explore!
Shanty Creek offers 46 runs at two ski areas. The more challenging terrain is found at Schuss Mountain, with demanding runs like Goose Bumps and Kingdom Come. The Summit Slopes ski area offers wide-open, relaxing runs for skiers of all abilities. Shanty Creek has a ski school, a recreational race program (NASTAR) and special programs for kids. Night skiing is available seven nights a week.
Silver Mountain is located in the entrance of the upper peninsula of Michigan. Three downhill runs for the beginner and intermediate skier and snowboarders. Snow tubing w/ rope tow, tube rentals. Silver Mountain has a warming chalet and snack bar, groomed runs and paddle towing for tubers. There is a seven-mile cross-country ski trail adjoining the property.
Ski Brule was founded in 1956 by the Iron County Ski Corporation, with runs laid out in 1957 by Ernie McCullough, a two-time men's international racing champion. He constructed in eight phases between 1956 and 1997. The resort consists of seventeen runs and eleven lifts. Ski Brule is usually the first to open and the last to close.
Swiss Valley located in southwestern MI is a great destination resort for those traveling from places like Chicago. Swiss Valley has a vertical drop of 225 over 60 acres of terrain for skiers of all abilities.
Discover a winter resort experience high above Lake Michigan. Stroll the boardwalks. Hike the beach. Snowshoe the woods. Ski and snowboard with a view of Lake Michigan. Savor fine dining. Travel to nearby Sleeping Bear Dunes. Explore shops, galleries, museums and historical sites. Ski the way it was meant to be.
Treetops Sylvan Resort, in Gaylord, the heart of Northern Michigan's snowbelt, is a perfect family getaway. Treetops Resort has an average annual snow fall of 153 inches, which provides the ideal setting for fantastic Alpine and Nordic skiing.
The trails wind their way through the majestic hardwood forests that cover the 400-acre winter park.
Staying at Treetops, you're only minutes away from access to a network of groomed Northern Michigan Trails. Connecting snowmobile systems, including six adjoining counties, offer hundreds of miles of scenic riding, plus they offer sled and trailer parking for overnight guests.
