TRAVEL & Recreation

Downhill Racing - 5 Top Local Ski Resorts

By Robere | Publisher | Style Editor

Let it snow, let it snow … let it snow! The lyrics from the classic christmas carol “Let It sow” is the mantra for ski resorts every season and often in cases of global warming it could be a disastrous season for the skiing enthusiast. Well 2019 -2020 maybe the best year yet with projected snowfall to possibly be above normal. Not a winter sports person myself, I have only been on a pair of skis twice in my life and neither time was anything to cheer about. I am way to clumsy for a pair of fiberglass boards hooked to my lower regions. If winter is your time of year and you love the cold crisp air in your lungs then one of these wonderful retreats could be just the place for you. If you haven’t been and desire to take the wintery plunge be sure to enjoy and please don’t break a leg!

Mount Bohemia

Mount Bohemia in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula has the longest runs with the highest vertical and deepest powder in the Midwest. This hidden secret is a true treasure for backcountry skiers & riders. The average snowfall in Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula is 273 inches. The lake effect snow is dry similar to western resorts and accumulates as powder which is untouched because we do not groom. This makes for a great morning to make the first tracks.

Mount Bohemia Resort | Lac Labelle Rd Lac La Belle, MI 49950 | Phone: 906.360.7240 | Hours: Open 24 hours

Images courtesy of: www.mtbohemia.com

ALPINE VALLEY SKI RESORT

Offers skiing and snowboarding in the Detroit Area. The site contains current ski conditions and rates, upcoming events, a trail map, and season pass information.

PINE KNOB SKI RESORT

Pine Knob Ski Center, located in Clarkston, Mich., provides a variety of facilities for skiing. It offers a wide range of amenities that include a gift shop, skiing slope and restaurant. It organizes a wide range of recreational activities, such as Olympics racing, athletics, game training and contests. The center operates a school that provides training classes to adult and children for recreational skiing and racing. It also has a shop that offers snowboarding equipment on rent. The center provides online lift tickets, gift cards, and ski and stay packages. It also offers ski and snowboard rental services.

Ski Bittersweet

Bittersweet Ski Resort is a resort and recreational facility in Otsego, MI. The resort contains 350 vertical feet, 20 runs, 7 chairs lifts, 2 wonder carpets, and 2 rope tows. The indoor lodge is where you'll find the restaurant, bar, and the full service ski shop. To ensure you feel safe when you are visiting with us, we have certified Ski Patrol fully staffed at all times ready to help at the drop of a snowflake. If you would like to improve your skills while on the hill, we offer private, semi-private, and group lessons through our onsite ski school, where all lessons are taught by certified ski instructors. There's always fun to be had at Bittersweet Ski Resort, whether it's a casual day on the hill, or a competitive day where we host a series of races. We also host events for skiers and snowboarders of all ages! 

Come on out to Bittersweet and enjoy the snow with us! 

Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort

Tucked away in Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula. Your escape to the Northwoods begins with 17 feet of average natural snowfall, renowned grooming, family friendly specials, and a down-home staff who treats you like family. Throw in a charming Bavarian style village with complimentary shuttle service and you have the makings for an unforgettable winter getaway!