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CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN
12500 Crystal Mountain Drive, Thompsonville
231-378-2000
800-968-7686
Activities
Downhill, snowboarding, cross country, ice skating, snowshoeing
Downhill Facilities
Vertical Drop: 375 ft.
Longest Run: One-half mile
Total Number of Runs: 34
Beginner Runs: 19 percent
Intermediate Runs: 51percent
Advanced Runs: 30 percent
Uphill Lift Capacity: 12,400 skiers per hour
Night Skiing: Yes
Learning Area: Yes
NASTAR Racing: Yes
Ski Shop: Yes
Snowboarding Opportunities
Terrain Park(s): Four terrain park areas are available and a new quarter-pipe.
Restricted Areas: None
Cross Country Trails
Total Length of Trails: 40 km
Number of Trails: 12
Night Equipment: Yes
Snowshoeing: Yes
Warming House: Yes
Rentals
Downhill skis, telemark skis, cross-country skis, snowboards, snowshoes,
snowblades, ice skates and pull sleds for children.
About
Locals consider Crystal's meticulously groomed snowboard facilities among the
best in the area. The Crystal Clipper, the fastest lift in the Midwest, is
located on the main slope. This quad chair can transport 2,400 skiers per hour.
Family-friendly, the resort offers a variety of youth programs and provides
child care for infants and toddlers. Guided snowshoe hikes, downhill,
cross-country and snowboarding instruction are available. Resort is host to
adaptive downhill clinics sponsored by Michigan Adaptive Sports and Recreation
Association and Munson Medical Center Rehabilitation Service Line. Comfortable,
contemporary lodging and three restaurants on site.
Driving Directions:
30 miles southwest of Traverse City. From Traverse City take US-31 south to
County Road 669. Follow 669 south to Thompsonville. Turn right at blinker light,
two miles to Crystal.
HICKORY HILLS SKI AREA
2000 Randolph St., Traverse City
231-947-8566
Snowline: 231-922-4909
Activities
Downhill, cross-country, snowboarding
Downhill Facilities
Vertical Drop: 240 feet
Longest Run: 1,200 feet
Number of Runs: 8
Beginner Runs: 1
Intermediate Runs: 5
Advanced Runs: 2
Number of Lifts: 5 Rope Tows
Night Skiing: Yes
Kids Terrain Park: No
NASTAR Racing: No
Ski Shop: No
Snowboarding Opportunities
Terrain Park: No
Half-Pipe(s): No
Restricted Areas: None
Cross Country Trails
Trail Length: 5 km
Number of Trails: 3
Night Equipment: Yes
Snowshoeing: Yes
Warming House: Yes
Rentals:
None
About
None This city-owned and operated family ski area offers a wonderful view of
both the East and West arms of the famed Grand Traverse Bay. It provides
affordable outdoor fun without leaving the city. Enjoy snacks and warm yourself
by the fireplace in the 1950s lodge. Open from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday through
Friday, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Call for
holiday hours.
Driving Directions:
1.5 miles west of US-31 (Division Street) on Randolph Street in Traverse City.
MOUNT HOLIDAY
3100 Holiday Road, Traverse City
231-938-2500
Activities Downhill, snowboarding.
Downhill Facilities
Vertical Drop: 200 feet
Longest Run: 1,800 feet
Number of Runs: 12
Beginner Runs: 3
Intermediate Runs: 3
Advanced Runs: 6
Number of Lifts: 2 chairs, 2 t-bars, 3 rope tows
Night Skiing: Yes
Kids Terrain Park: Yes
NASTAR Racing: No
Ski Shop: No
Snowboarding Opportunities
Terrain Park: Yes
Half-Pipe(s): Yes
Restricted Areas: None
Rentals
Downhill skis, snowboards and snowblades.
About
Built in 1952, Mount Holiday has a long history of providing winter challenge
and fun. It offers slopes for all levels of skiers and ski and snowboard
instructional opportunities. Host to a variety of competitive events. Casual
dining is available on site.
Driving Directions:
Go three miles north of Traverse City on US-31 North to Holiday Road. Go up the
hill.
SHANTY CREEK
One Shanty Creek Road, Bellaire
231-533-8621
800-678-4111
Activities
Downhill, snowboarding, cross country, ice skating, snowshoeing, tubing.
Downhill Facilities
Vertical Drop: 450 ft.
Longest Run: 5,280 ft.
Number of Runs: 45
Beginner Runs: 39 percent
Intermediate Runs: 34 percent
Advanced Runs: 27 percent
Number of Lifts: 10
Night Skiing: Yes
Kids Terrain Park: Yes
NASTAR Racing: Yes
Ski Shop: Yes
Snowboarding Opportunities
Terrain Park(s): 2
Half-Pipe(s): No
Restricted Areas: None
Cross Country Trails
Total Length of Trails: 30 km
Number of Trails: 12
Night Equipment: Yes
Snowshoeing: Yes
Warming House: Yes
Rentals
Downhill skis, cross-country skis, snowboards, snowshoes, snowblades, tubes and
ice skates.
About
Shanty Creek is a full service resort encompassing two ski areas, the Summit and
Schuss Mountain. There are 600 rooms loaded with comfort and charm with
slopeside lodging available. Amenities include a fitness center and heated
indoor pool. Programs catering to children feature fun activities, sleigh rides,
tubing, lively entertainment and downhill, cross-country and snowboarding
instruction. Shanty Creek is considered one of the leading cross-country ski
resorts in the Midwest, offering marked Nordic trails for skiers of all skill
levels.
Driving Directions:
35 miles from Traverse City. From Traverse City take Munson Avenue to MI-72 and
turn left on Hill Road. Go one mile and turn left onto Rapid City Road which
becomes East Torch Lake Drive. Stay straight to go onto Alden Highway. Turn left
onto Comfort Road and turn left again onto M-88.
THE HOMESTEAD
1 Wood Ridge Road, Glen Arbor
231-334-5000
Activities
Downhill, cross country, snowboarding, snowshoeing.
Downhill Facilities
Vertical Drop: 375 feet
Longest Run: 1,320 feet
Number of Runs: 12
Beginner Runs: 2
Intermediate Runs: 9
Advanced Runs: 1
Number of Lifts: 3 charis, 1 tow
Night Skiing: Yes
Kids Terrain Park: No
NASTAR Racing: Yes
Ski Shop: Yes
Snowboarding Opportunities
Terrain Park: No
Half-Pipe(s): No
Restricted Areas: None
Cross Country Trails
Trails: 18 km
Number of Trails: 6
Night Skiing: Yes
Snowshoeing: Yes
Warming House: Yes
Rentals
Downhill skis, cross country skis, snowboards, snowblades and snowshoes.
About
Situated within the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Park, The Homestead
offers a gorgeous setting. Better Homes and Gardens ranked it among the top 20
family resorts in America. Visitors enjoy a variety of skiing options, downhill,
snowboard and cross country instruction. The resort has increased snowmaking
capacity for the 1999-2000 season and is renovating its children's facility. Two
restaurants and lodging are available on site.
Driving Directions:
Take M-72 west from Traverse City to Empire. Turn right and go a mile past Glen
Arbor on M-22. The resort is on the left.
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