{"id":19705,"date":"2022-12-04T14:18:31","date_gmt":"2022-12-04T21:18:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/?p=19705"},"modified":"2026-05-26T09:37:17","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T15:37:17","slug":"11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Michigan Ski Resorts to Book for a Snow-Packed Fun Big Family Vacation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>While Michigan may not be the first place that comes to mind for great skiing, with more than 40 resort areas to choose from in the Great Lake State, Michigan actually finishes second for the total number of ski areas in the U.S. Between the Upper Peninsula and the Lower Peninsula, Michigan offers more winter fun than almost any other vacation destination in the country. To help you decide which resort is best for your big family, we\u2019ve consolidated the details of 11 of the best Michigan ski resort for families and compiled a comparison chart.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Powderhorn_Mountain_Resort_Bessemer_Michigan\" >Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort, Bessemer, Michigan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Powderhorn_Ski_Details_for_Families\" >Big Powderhorn Ski Details for Families<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Powderhorn_Lift_Tickets\" >Big Powderhorn Lift Tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Big_Powderhorn\" >Big Family Lodging Near Big Powderhorn<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Powderhorn_Ski_Vacation_Packages\" >Big Powderhorn Ski Vacation Packages<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Boyne_%E2%80%93_The_Highlands_Harbor_Springs_Michigan\" >Boyne &#8211; The Highlands, Harbor Springs, Michigan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#The_Highlands_Ski_Details_for_Families\" >The Highlands Ski Details for Families<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#The_Highlands_Lift_Tickets\" >The Highlands Lift Tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Family_Lodging_Near_The_Highlands\" >Big Family Lodging Near The Highlands<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#The_Highlands_Ski_Vacation_Packages\" >The Highlands Ski Vacation Packages<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Boyne_Mountain_Resort_Boyne_Falls_Michigan\" >Boyne Mountain Resort, Boyne Falls, Michigan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Boyne_Mountain_Ski_Details_for_Families\" >Boyne Mountain Ski Details for Families<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Boyne_Mountain_Lift_Tickets\" >Boyne Mountain Lift Tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Boyne_Mountain\" >Big Family Lodging Near Boyne Mountain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Boyne_Mountain_Ski_Vacation_Packages\" >Boyne Mountain Ski Vacation Packages<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Crystal_Mountain_Resort_Thompsonville_MI\" >Crystal Mountain Resort, Thompsonville, MI<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Crystal_Mountain_Ski_Details_for_Families\" >Crystal Mountain Ski Details for Families<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Crystal_Mountain_Lift_Tickets\" >Crystal Mountain Lift Tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Crystal_Mountain\" >Big Family Lodging Near Crystal Mountain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Crystal_Mountain_Ski_Vacation_Packages\" >Crystal Mountain Ski Vacation Packages<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Mt_Holly_Ski_and_Snowboard_Resort_Holly_Michigan\" >Mt. Holly Ski and Snowboard Resort, Holly, Michigan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Mt_Holly_Ski_Details_for_Families\" >Mt. Holly Ski Details for Families<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Mt_Holly_Lift_Tickets\" >Mt. Holly Lift Tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Mt_Holly\" >Big Family Lodging Near Mt. Holly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Mt_Holly_Ski_Vacation_Packages\" >Mt. Holly Ski Vacation Packages<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Nubs_Nob_Ski_Resort_Harbor_Springs_Michigan\" >Nub&#8217;s Nob Ski Resort, Harbor Springs, Michigan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Nubs_Nob_Ski_Details_for_Families\" >Nub&#8217;s Nob Ski Details for Families<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Nubs_Nob_Lift_Tickets\" >Nub&#8217;s Nob Lift Tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Nubs_Nob\" >Big Family Lodging Near Nub&#8217;s Nob<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Nubs_Nob_Ski_Vacation_Packages\" >Nub&#8217;s Nob Ski Vacation Packages<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Pine_Mountain_Resort_Iron_Mountain_Michigan\" >Pine Mountain Resort, Iron Mountain, Michigan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Pine_Mountain_Ski_Details_for_Families\" >Pine Mountain Ski Details for Families<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Pine_Mountain_Lift_Tickets\" >Pine Mountain Lift Tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Pine_Mountain\" >Big Family Lodging Near Pine Mountain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Pine_Mountain_Ski_Vacation_Packages\" >Pine Mountain Ski Vacation Packages<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Schuss_Mountain_at_Shanty_Creek_Mancelona_Michigan\" >Schuss Mountain at Shanty Creek, Mancelona, Michigan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Schuss_Mountain_Ski_Details_for_Families\" >Schuss Mountain Ski Details for Families<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Schuss_Mountain_Lift_Tickets\" >Schuss Mountain Lift Tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Schuss_Mountain\" >Big Family Lodging Near Schuss Mountain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Schuss_Mountain_Ski_Vacation_Packages\" >Schuss Mountain Ski Vacation Packages<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Ski_Brule_Iron_River_Michigan\" >Ski Brule, Iron River, Michigan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Ski_Brule_Details_for_Families\" >Ski Brule Details for Families<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Ski_Brule_Lift_Tickets\" >Ski Brule Lift Tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Ski_Brule\" >Big Family Lodging Near Ski Brule<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Ski_Brule_Ski_Vacation_Packages\" >Ski Brule Ski Vacation Packages<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#The_Homestead_Glen_Arbor_Michigan\" >The Homestead, Glen Arbor, Michigan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#The_Homestead_Ski_Details_for_Families\" >The Homestead Ski Details for Families<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#The_Homestead_Lift_Tickets\" >The Homestead Lift Tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Family_Lodging_Near_The_Homestead\" >Big Family Lodging Near The Homestead<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#The_Homestead_Ski_Vacation_Packages\" >The Homestead Ski Vacation Packages<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Treetops_Resort_Gaylord_Michigan\" >Treetops Resort, Gaylord, Michigan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Treetops_Resort_Ski_Details_for_Families\" >Treetops Resort Ski Details for Families<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Treetops_Resort_Lift_Tickets\" >Treetops Resort Lift Tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Treetops_Resort\" >Big Family Lodging Near Treetops Resort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Treetops_Resort_Ski_Vacation_Packages\" >Treetops Resort Ski Vacation Packages<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/#Compare_Michigan_Ski_Resorts_-Kid-Friendly_Amenities_and_Where_Kids_Ski_Free\" >Compare Michigan Ski Resorts -Kid-Friendly Amenities and Where Kids Ski Free<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:26px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:26px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-photo is-provider-flickr wp-block-embed-flickr\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/flic.kr\/p\/4vJ58G\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/3192\/2305457294_1a1a65238b_b.jpg\" alt=\"Wanda Skiing at Big Powderhorn\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><\/a>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-big-powderhorn-mountain-resort-bessemer-michigan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Powderhorn_Mountain_Resort_Bessemer_Michigan\"><\/span><strong>Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort<\/strong>, Bessemer, Michigan <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in the western portion of the Upper Peninsula, Big Powderhorn draws skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. In all, the ski area encompasses 45 trails served by nine double chair lifts, two parks, and 253 acres of skiable terrain. Twelve beginner slopes make the Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort a favorite with families and novice skiers. Children aged 6 and under ski free every day at Big Powderhorn. The resort also offers free lift tickets to kids between the ages of 7 and 9 with the purchase of one adult lift ticket. Getting to Big Powderhorn takes a little over four hours by car from Minneapolis and six and a half hours from Chicago. Just five minutes away from the resort, the Gogebic-Iron County Airport (IWD) offers flights daily.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Powderhorn_Ski_Details_for_Families\"><\/span>Big Powderhorn Ski Details for Families<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stats: <\/strong>45 runs, 253 skiable acres, and 600\u2019 vertical drop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Terrain Overview: <\/strong>27% beginner, 40% intermediate, 31% advanced, 2% expert<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Snowfall:<\/strong> 215&#8243;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lifts:<\/strong> 10 &#8211; 9 double chairs, 1 surface lift<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Club and Day Care:<\/strong> None available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lessons and Ski School:<\/strong> Beginner (age 9+), Powder Club (ages 6-8), Private<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Ski Free:<\/strong> 6 and under ski free, one free child (9 and under) with the purchase of a regular adult<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Powderhorn_Lift_Tickets\"><\/span>Big Powderhorn Lift Tickets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/bigpowderhorn.net\/plan-your-stay\/lift-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Big Powderhorn<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Big_Powderhorn\"><\/span>Big Family Lodging Near Big Powderhorn<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdoqocy.com\/click-3208874-10697641?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vrbo.com%2Fsearch%2Fkeywords%3Abig-powderhorn-mountain-resort-michigan-united-states-of-america%3FadultsCount%3D2%26childrenCount%3D4%26petIncluded%3Dfalse\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vacation rentals<\/a> near the slopes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Powderhorn_Ski_Vacation_Packages\"><\/span>Big Powderhorn Ski Vacation Packages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-3208874-11552045?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FBig-Powderhorn-Mountain-Resort-Bessemer.d553248621532652244.Vacation-Attraction\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Expedia vacation packages<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:39px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-photo is-provider-flickr wp-block-embed-flickr\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/flic.kr\/p\/b7gES2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/7031\/6634524069_a88d6d8058_b.jpg\" alt=\"Winter at its best\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><\/a>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boyne_%E2%80%93_The_Highlands_Harbor_Springs_Michigan\"><\/span><strong>Boyne &#8211; The Highlands<\/strong>, Harbor Springs, Michigan <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of Michigan&#8217;s largest and most popular ski locales, Boyne consists of two resort areas &#8212; Boyne Highlands and Boyne Mountain. Both Northern Michigan resort areas attract skiers for their top-notch ski schools and learn-to-ski programs. Along with skiing, Boyne Highlands reserves terrain for snowboarding, ice skating, tubing, dog sledding, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. Other popular activities include horseback riding, fat-tire biking, and ziplining. The Pellston Regional Airport serves the resort area for those who prefer not to make the six-hour drive up from Chicago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Highlands_Ski_Details_for_Families\"><\/span>The Highlands Ski Details for Families<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stats: <\/strong> 53 runs, 435 skiable acres, and 552\u2019 vertical drop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Terrain Overview: <\/strong>36% beginner, 31% intermediate, 31% advanced, 2% expert<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Snowfall:<\/strong> 141&#8243;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lifts:<\/strong> 10 &#8211; 1 high-speed quad, 3 quads, 4 triples, 2 surface lifts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Club and Day Care:<\/strong> No<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lessons and Ski School:<\/strong> Adult (ages 13+), Private, Child (ages 4-12)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Ski Free:<\/strong> 5 and under ski &#8211; $1<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Highlands_Lift_Tickets\"><\/span>The Highlands Lift Tickets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.highlandsharborsprings.com\/tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Highlands<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Part of Ikon Pass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Family_Lodging_Near_The_Highlands\"><\/span>Big Family Lodging Near The Highlands<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nearby big family friendly <a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/advanced-search\/search-results?order=distance&amp;dir=1&amp;query=all&amp;jr_address=Boyne+Highlands+Drive%2C+Harbor+Springs%2C+MI%2C+USA&amp;jr_radius=20&amp;jr_latitude=45.4674607&amp;jr_longitude=-84.9303749\">hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-3208874-10697641?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vrbo.com%2Fsearch%2Fkeywords%3A600-highland-rd-harbor-springs-mi-49740-usa%2FminNightlyPrice%2F0%3FfilterByTotalPrice%3Dtrue%26petIncluded%3Dfalse%26ssr%3Dtrue%26adultsCount%3D2%26childrenCount%3D4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vacation rentals<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Highlands_Ski_Vacation_Packages\"><\/span>The Highlands Ski Vacation Packages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expedia <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdoqocy.com\/click-3208874-11552045?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FPetoskey-Hotels-Boyne-Highlands-Resort.h13205714.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Highlands<\/a> Vacation Packages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:47px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-boyne-mountain-resort-boyne-falls-michigan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boyne_Mountain_Resort_Boyne_Falls_Michigan\"><\/span><strong>Boyne Mountain Resort<\/strong>, Boyne Falls, Michigan <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The other half of the Boyne Resort area, Boyne Mountain, features 60 trails, 415 acres of skiable terrain, 12 lifts (including America&#8217;s first high-speed, six-seat chairlift), and plenty of snowmaking. Nearby, the state&#8217;s largest indoor waterpark makes Boyne Mountain a popular year-round destination for family vacationers. Overnight guests at the resort&#8217;s lodge also receive a complimentary beginners area lift ticket, a perk that attracts families to Boyne Mountain as well. A wide range of accommodations, from rustic cabins to luxury hotel rooms, makes the Boyne ski area the perfect place for a weekend or week-long getaway. Lift tickets, including one-day tickets, are valid at both Boyne Mountain Resort and The Highlands at Harbor Springs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boyne_Mountain_Ski_Details_for_Families\"><\/span>Boyne Mountain Ski Details for Families<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stats: <\/strong>60 runs, 415 skiable acres, and 500\u2019 vertical drop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Terrain Overview: <\/strong>29% beginner, 41% intermediate, 30% advanced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Snowfall:<\/strong> 140&#8243;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lifts:<\/strong> 12 &#8211; 1 high-speed sixes, 4 quads, 3 triples, 2 doubles, 2 surface lifts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Club and Day Care:<\/strong> Currently not accepting reservations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lessons and Ski School:<\/strong> Adult (ages 13+), Private, Youth (ages 7-12)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Ski Free:<\/strong> Kids 5 and under ski\/ride for $1 each day, all season with a paying adult skier or snowboarder<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boyne_Mountain_Lift_Tickets\"><\/span> Boyne Mountain Lift Tickets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boynemountain.com\/lift-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boyne Mountain<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Boyne_Mountain\"><\/span>Big Family Lodging Near Boyne Mountain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Big family friendly <a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/advanced-search\/search-results?order=distance&amp;dir=1&amp;query=all&amp;jr_address=1+Boyne+Mountain+Road%2C+Boyne+Falls%2C+MI%2C+USA&amp;jr_radius=20&amp;jr_latitude=45.1629829&amp;jr_longitude=-84.92984589999999\">hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-3208874-10697641?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vrbo.com%2Fsearch%2Fkeywords%3Aboyne-mountain-michigan-united-states-of-america%3FadultsCount%3D2%26childrenCount%3D4%26petIncluded%3Dfalse\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vacation rentals<\/a> near the slopes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boyne_Mountain_Ski_Vacation_Packages\"><\/span>Boyne Mountain Ski Vacation Packages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expedia <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdoqocy.com\/click-3208874-11552045?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FPetoskey-Hotels-Boyne-Mountain-Resort.h74159.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boyne Mountain Packages<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:46px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-photo is-provider-flickr wp-block-embed-flickr\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/flic.kr\/p\/689quo\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/3593\/3362642590_bb5027d473_b.jpg\" alt=\"There&#039;s an Upside and a Downside\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><\/a>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-crystal-mountain-resort-thompsonville-mi\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Crystal_Mountain_Resort_Thompsonville_MI\"><\/span><strong>Crystal Mountain Resort<\/strong>, Thompsonville, MI<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Less than two hours drive from Grand Rapids in the northwest part of Michigan&#8217;s Lower Peninsula, the Crystal Mountain Resort area routinely pops up on numerous lists of the 10 best family ski resorts in the United States and Canada. Some of the more family-friendly resort features include an indoor pool, an 18,500-square-foot LEED-certified spa, evening campfires, and a large play area for the kids. Their ski school also offers ski and snowboard lessons for children as young as 3 years old, and kids 6 years of age and younger ski for free. Seventy percent of Crystal&#8217;s 58 trails are rated as beginner or intermediate. And, for skiers who can&#8217;t get enough runs in during the day, Crystal Mountain also has 27 lighted trails for nighttime fun.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Crystal_Mountain_Ski_Details_for_Families\"><\/span>Crystal Mountain Ski Details for Families<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stats: <\/strong>58 runs, 102 skiable acres, and 375\u2019 vertical drop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Terrain Overview: <\/strong>22% beginner, 48% intermediate, 30% advanced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Snowfall:<\/strong> 132&#8243;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lifts:<\/strong> 8 &#8211; 1 high-speed quad, 3 quads, 2 triples, 2 carpet lifts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Club and Day Care:<\/strong> None available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lessons and Ski School:<\/strong> Adult (ages 13+), Private, Child (3-4, 5-6, 7-12)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Ski Free:<\/strong> Kids 6 and under ski free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Crystal_Mountain_Lift_Tickets\"><\/span>Crystal Mountain Lift Tickets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crystalmountain.com\/ski\/lift-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Crystal Mountain<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Part of Indy pass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Crystal_Mountain\"><\/span>Big Family Lodging Near Crystal Mountain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Big family friendly <a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/advanced-search\/search-results?order=distance&amp;dir=1&amp;query=all&amp;jr_address=12500+Crystal+Mountain+Dr%2C+Thompsonville%2C+Michigan%2C+USA&amp;jr_radius=20&amp;jr_latitude=44.5193916&amp;jr_longitude=-85.9909062\">hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-3208874-10697641?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vrbo.com%2Fsearch%2Fkeywords%3Acrystal-mountain-resort-michigan-united-states-of-america%2FminNightlyPrice%2F0%3FfilterByTotalPrice%3Dtrue%26petIncluded%3Dfalse%26ssr%3Dtrue%26adultsCount%3D2%26childrenCount%3D4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vacation rentals<\/a> near the slopes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Crystal_Mountain_Ski_Vacation_Packages\"><\/span>Crystal Mountain Ski Vacation Packages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expedia <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdoqocy.com\/click-3208874-11552045?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FCrystal-Mountain-Resort-Hotels.0-l6093387-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Crystal Mountain packages<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:47px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-photo is-provider-flickr wp-block-embed-flickr\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/flic.kr\/p\/5KYRjo\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/3023\/3123128574_0f95ff59ae_c.jpg\" alt=\"View from Mt. Holly\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mt-holly-ski-and-snowboard-resort-holly-michigan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mt_Holly_Ski_and_Snowboard_Resort_Holly_Michigan\"><\/span><strong>Mt. Holly Ski and Snowboard Resort<\/strong>, Holly, Michigan <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mt. Holly Ski and Snowboard Resort has an excellent beginner&#8217;s area with two rope tows and a magic carpet. One of the state&#8217;s smaller resorts with only 100 acres of terrain, Mt. Holly&#8217;s location in the southeastern part of Michigan also makes it one of the state&#8217;s most convenient ski areas to reach by car from Detroit (less than an hour). Mt. Holly has 16 trails serviced by seven chairlifts and two ropes. While Mt. Holly doesn&#8217;t offer many of the amenities found at larger resorts, its easy access from several of the state&#8217;s larger population centers, along with reasonable lift ticket and rental rates, make it a hit with families on a budget.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mt_Holly_Ski_Details_for_Families\"><\/span>Mt. Holly Ski Details for Families<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stats: <\/strong>20 runs, 100 skiable acres, and 350\u2019 vertical drop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Terrain Overview: <\/strong>14% beginner, 36% intermediate, 50% advanced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Snowfall:<\/strong> 40&#8243;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lifts:<\/strong> 13 &#8211; 1 high-speed quad, 2 quads, 3 triples, 1 double, 6 surface lifts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Club and Day Care:<\/strong> None available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lessons and Ski School:<\/strong> Private, Child (ages 3-4, 5-6, 7+,)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Ski Free:<\/strong> Children 6 years and under receive half off their lift ticket and ski rentals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mt_Holly_Lift_Tickets\"><\/span>Mt. Holly Lift Tickets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skimtholly.com\/ticketsrentals-season-passes\/lift-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mt Holly<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Mt_Holly\"><\/span>Big Family Lodging Near Mt. Holly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Big family friendly <a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/advanced-search\/search-results?order=distance&amp;dir=1&amp;query=all&amp;jr_address=13536+Dixie+Hwy%2C+Holly%2C+Michigan%2C+USA&amp;jr_radius=20&amp;jr_latitude=42.8306735&amp;jr_longitude=-83.56151849999999\">hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-3208874-10697641?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vrbo.com%2Fsearch%2Fkeywords%3Amt-holly-michigan-united-states-of-america%2FminNightlyPrice%2F0%3FfilterByTotalPrice%3Dtrue%26petIncluded%3Dfalse%26ssr%3Dtrue%26adultsCount%3D2%26childrenCount%3D4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vacation Rentals<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mt_Holly_Ski_Vacation_Packages\"><\/span>Mt. Holly Ski Vacation Packages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expedia vacation <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdoqocy.com\/click-3208874-11552045?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FHolly.d6346825.Destination-Travel-Guides\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">packages<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-photo is-provider-flickr wp-block-embed-flickr\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/flic.kr\/p\/4tyLTU\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/3070\/2281010306_3f44e02b82_b.jpg\" alt=\"Jasmine on the ski hill\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><\/a>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-nub-s-nob-ski-resort-harbor-springs-michigan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nubs_Nob_Ski_Resort_Harbor_Springs_Michigan\"><\/span><strong>Nub&#8217;s Nob Ski Resort<\/strong>, Harbor Springs, Michigan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All the way up at the top of the Lower Peninsula and just minutes from Boyne Highlands, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nubsnob.com\/free-beginner-area\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">free beginner&#8217;s area<\/a> at Nub&#8217;s Nob attracts families looking to take a stab at the sport for their first time. Kids 8 years old and younger also ski for free at Nub&#8217;s Nob, another family-friendly perk. Winner of multiple national awards for their grooming and snowmaking operations, their slopes boast some of the best ski conditions in the state. &nbsp;All told, the three hills that make up the Nubs Nob Resort area feature 53 trails, 248 acres of skiable terrain (nine experts only, eight most difficult, 21 more difficult, and 15 easy), eight chair lifts, and 315 snowmaking guns. Lodging in the area is easy to find thanks to a mix of over 3,000 rooms at various lodges, hotels, and condominiums within 15 miles of the resort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nubs_Nob_Ski_Details_for_Families\"><\/span>Nub&#8217;s Nob Ski Details for Families<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stats: <\/strong>53 runs, 248 skiable acres, and 427\u2019 vertical drop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Terrain Overview: <\/strong>% beginner, % intermediate, % advanced, % expert<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Snowfall:<\/strong> 123&#8243;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lifts:<\/strong> 10 &#8211; 3 quad chairs, 4 triple chairs, 2 double chairs, 1 surface lift<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Club and Day Care:<\/strong> Nub&#8217;s Cubs &#8211; infant to 12<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lessons and Ski School:<\/strong> Private, additional students added at a discounted rate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Ski Free:<\/strong> Kids 8 and under ski free with skiing adult<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nubs_Nob_Lift_Tickets\"><\/span>Nub&#8217;s Nob Lift Tickets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nubsnob.com\/daily-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nub&#8217;s Nob<\/a>  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Part of Indy pass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Nubs_Nob\"><\/span>Big Family Lodging Near Nub&#8217;s Nob<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hotels near <a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/advanced-search\/search-results?order=distance&amp;dir=1&amp;query=all&amp;jr_address=500+Nubs+Nob+Rd%2C+Harbor+Springs%2C+MI%2C+USA&amp;jr_radius=40&amp;jr_latitude=45.4714828&amp;jr_longitude=-84.9048117\">Nub&#8217;s Nob<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-3208874-10697641?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vrbo.com%2Fsearch%2Fkeywords%3Anubs-nob-ski-area-michigan-united-states-of-america%3FadultsCount%3D2%26childrenCount%3D4%26petIncluded%3Dfalse\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vacation rentals<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nubs_Nob_Ski_Vacation_Packages\"><\/span>Nub&#8217;s Nob Ski Vacation Packages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expedia <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-3208874-11552045?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FNubs-Nob-Ski-Area-Harbor-Springs.d6302970.Vacation-Attraction\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ski Vacation Packages<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pine-mountain-resort-iron-mountain-michigan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pine_Mountain_Resort_Iron_Mountain_Michigan\"><\/span><strong>Pine Mountain Resort<\/strong>, Iron Mountain, Michigan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tucked away in the western Upper Peninsula, right on the Michigan\/Wisconsin border, the family-friendly Pine Mountain Resort boasts the tallest man-made ski jump in North America. The ski area features over 30 trails for skiers of all abilities, snowboarding, and night skiing. More than 100 miles of snowmobiling trails snake around Iron Mountain, making the Pine Mountain Resort a popular family destination. Pine Mountain&#8217;s unique Moving Mountains Adaptive Program provides certified ski instruction to skiers with disabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pine_Mountain_Ski_Details_for_Families\"><\/span>Pine Mountain Ski Details for Families<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stats: <\/strong>30 runs, 160 skiable acres, and a 500\u2019 vertical drop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Terrain Overview: <\/strong>70 beginner and intermediate, 30% advanced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Snowfall:<\/strong> 60&#8243;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lifts:<\/strong> 4 &#8211; 1 triple, 2 doubles, 1 surface lifts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Club and Day Care:<\/strong> None available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lessons and Ski School:<\/strong> Lessons based on six levels of ability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Ski Free:<\/strong> Kids 8 and under ski free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pine_Mountain_Lift_Tickets\"><\/span>Pine Mountain Lift Tickets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinemountainresort.com\/ski\/buy-now\/lift-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pine Mountain<\/a>  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Part of Indy Pass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Pine_Mountain\"><\/span>Big Family Lodging Near Pine Mountain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Big family friendly <a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/advanced-search\/search-results?order=distance&amp;dir=1&amp;query=all&amp;jr_address=N3332+Pine+Mountain+Rd%2C+Iron+Mountain%2C&amp;jr_radius=20&amp;jr_latitude=45.8392588&amp;jr_longitude=-88.0885847\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-3208874-10697641?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vrbo.com%2Fsearch%2Fkeywords%3Apine-mountain-florence-iron-mountain-michigan-united-states-of-america%2FminNightlyPrice%2F0%3FfilterByTotalPrice%3Dtrue%26petIncluded%3Dfalse%26ssr%3Dtrue%26adultsCount%3D2%26childrenCount%3D4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vacation rentals<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pine_Mountain_Ski_Vacation_Packages\"><\/span>Pine Mountain Ski Vacation Packages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expedia<a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-3208874-11552045?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FIron-Mountain-Hotels-Pine-Mountain-Resort-Trademark-Collection-By-Wyndham.h1073273.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Pine Mountain Ski<\/a> Vacation Packages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:59px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-photo is-provider-flickr wp-block-embed-flickr\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/flic.kr\/p\/4yVqeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/live.staticflickr.com\/2267\/2341620617_d9d00c69c5_b.jpg\" alt=\"Run Unknown\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><\/a>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-schuss-mountain-at-shanty-creek-mancelona-michigan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Schuss_Mountain_at_Shanty_Creek_Mancelona_Michigan\"><\/span><strong>Schuss Mountain at Shanty Creek<\/strong>, Mancelona, Michigan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Set across 5,500 acres, the two distinctive ski areas of Schuss Mountain and Summit Mountain make up the Shanty Creek Ski Area. Families with small children, as well as novice skiers, appreciate the resort&#8217;s 60 percent allocation of beginner and intermediate trails. The resort&#8217;s three terrain parks have plenty of room for tubing, fat-tire biking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and even dog sledding. The resort also has a variety of family-friendly eateries and lodgings of all types to choose from. Schuss Mountain is located near the Boyne and Nub&#8217;s Nob resorts in the northern part of Michigan&#8217;s Lower Peninsula. &nbsp; &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Schuss_Mountain_Ski_Details_for_Families\"><\/span>Schuss Mountain Ski Details for Families<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stats: <\/strong>53 runs, 400 skiable acres, and 450\u2019 vertical drop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Terrain Overview: <\/strong>36% beginner, 29% intermediate, 36% advanced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Snowfall:<\/strong> 160&#8243;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lifts:<\/strong> 9 &#8211; 5 quads, 3 surface lifts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Club and Day Care:<\/strong> None available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lessons and Ski School:<\/strong> Adult (age 13+), Private, Child (ages 5-12)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Ski Free:<\/strong> Age 8 and under $5<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Schuss_Mountain_Lift_Tickets\"><\/span>Schuss Mountain Lift Tickets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shantycreek.com\/?keyword=LiftTickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Schuss Mountain<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Part of Indy Pass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Schuss_Mountain\"><\/span>Big Family Lodging Near Schuss Mountain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nearby big family friendly <a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/advanced-search\/search-results?order=distance&amp;dir=1&amp;query=all&amp;jr_address=6519+Schuss+Mountain+Ln%2C+Mancelona%2C+MI%2C+USA&amp;jr_radius=20&amp;jr_latitude=44.940947&amp;jr_longitude=-85.13312599999999\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vacation rentals <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-3208874-10697641?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vrbo.com%2Fsearch%2Fkeywords%3Aschuss-mountain-michigan-united-states-of-america%2Ffilter%3A39%2FminNightlyPrice%2F0%3FfilterByTotalPrice%3Dfalse%26petIncluded%3Dfalse%26ssr%3Dtrue%26adultsCount%3D2%26childrenCount%3D4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">near the slopes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Schuss_Mountain_Ski_Vacation_Packages\"><\/span>Schuss Mountain Ski Vacation Packages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expedia <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dpbolvw.net\/click-3208874-11552045?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FMancelona-Hotels.d6127070.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">vacation packages<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:47px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ski-brule-iron-river-michigan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ski_Brule_Iron_River_Michigan\"><\/span><strong>Ski Brule<\/strong>, Iron River, Michigan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Consistently ranked as one of the Midwest&#8217;s best resorts, Ski Brule typically opens earlier and stays open longer than any of the state&#8217;s other skiing locales. Along with Mother Nature&#8217;s generosity, some of the credit goes to Ski Brule&#8217;s exceptional snow-making capabilities, which allow them to generate enough snow in 24 hours to open any one of their 17 runs. Popular family activities at Ski Brule include fat-tire biking, tubing, and sleigh rides. The resort at Ski Brule also offers on-site daycare, specialized children&#8217;s lessons, and free skiing for kids under 9 years of age on Sundays. Ski Brule is located on the western Upper Peninsula, about 140 miles north of Green Bay, Wisconsin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ski_Brule_Details_for_Families\"><\/span>Ski Brule Details for Families<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stats: <\/strong>17 runs, 150 skiable acres, and 500\u2019 vertical drop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Terrain Overview: <\/strong>35% beginner, 35% intermediate, 24% advanced, 6% expert<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Snowfall:<\/strong> 150&#8243;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lifts:<\/strong> 11 &#8211; 5 chairlifts, 2 t-bars, 3 rope tows, 1 paddle tow<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Club and Day Care:<\/strong> Childcare for children ages 1 and up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lessons and Ski School:<\/strong> Private, Child (ages 4-9, 10+)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Ski Free:<\/strong> Kids 9 and under ski free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ski_Brule_Lift_Tickets\"><\/span>Ski Brule Lift Tickets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/skibrule.com\/rates-specials\/tickets-passes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ski Brule<\/a>  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-big-family-lodging-near-ski-brule\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Ski_Brule\"><\/span>Big Family Lodging Near Ski Brule<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/advanced-search\/search-results?order=distance&amp;dir=1&amp;query=all&amp;jr_address=397+Brule+Mountain+Rd%2C+Iron+River%2C+Michigan%2C+USA&amp;jr_radius=30&amp;jr_latitude=46.0288802&amp;jr_longitude=-88.7004178\">hotels <\/a>for big families<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vacation rentals <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-3208874-10697641?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vrbo.com%2Fsearch%2Fkeywords%3Aski-brule-michigan-united-states-of-america%3FadultsCount%3D2%26childrenCount%3D4%26petIncluded%3Dfalse\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">near the slopes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ski_Brule_Ski_Vacation_Packages\"><\/span>Ski Brule Ski Vacation Packages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expedia <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-3208874-11552045?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FSki-Brule-Iron-River.d553248621532668530.Vacation-Attraction\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ski Brule packages<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:51px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-homestead-glen-arbor-michigan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Homestead_Glen_Arbor_Michigan\"><\/span><strong>The Homestead<\/strong>, Glen Arbor, Michigan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another resort located in the northwestern Lower Peninsula, the Homestead ski area offers breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and the Manitou Islands from atop its perch on Bay Mountain. Three traditional chair lifts and two beginner lifts &#8212; the Magic Carpet and Pony Tow &#8212; shuttle skiers up to the mountain&#8217;s 15 trails. The Homestead&#8217;s location right on Lake Michigan draws families to the resort year-round. Daily lift capacity may be limited, but registered Homestead guests and Beach Club members have guaranteed access to the slopes during operating hours and discounted rates on rental equipment and lift tickets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Homestead_Ski_Details_for_Families\"><\/span>The Homestead Ski Details for Families<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stats: <\/strong>15 runs, 16 skiable acres, and 375\u2019 vertical drop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Terrain Overview: <\/strong>27% beginner, 47% intermediate, 27% advanced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Snowfall:<\/strong> 150&#8243;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lifts:<\/strong> 5 &#8211; 2 triples, 1 double, 2 surface lifts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Club and Day Care:<\/strong> None available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lessons and Ski School:<\/strong> Private and semi-private lessons are available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Ski Free:<\/strong> Kids 6 and under ski free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Homestead_Lift_Tickets\"><\/span>The Homestead Lift Tickets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehomesteadresort.com\/play\/winter-activities\/lift-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Homestead<\/a>  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Family_Lodging_Near_The_Homestead\"><\/span>Big Family Lodging Near The Homestead<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Big family hotels near <a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/advanced-search\/search-results?order=distance&amp;dir=1&amp;query=all&amp;jr_address=Glen+Arbor%2C+MI%2C+USA&amp;jr_radius=20&amp;jr_latitude=44.8977314&amp;jr_longitude=-85.98885279999999\">Glen Arbor<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dpbolvw.net\/click-3208874-10697641?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vrbo.com%2Fsearch%2Fkeywords%3Athe-homestead-resort-glen-arbor-michigan-united-states-of-america%2FminNightlyPrice%2F0%3FfilterByTotalPrice%3Dtrue%26petIncluded%3Dfalse%26ssr%3Dtrue%26adultsCount%3D2%26childrenCount%3D4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">vacation rentals<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Homestead_Ski_Vacation_Packages\"><\/span>The Homestead Ski Vacation Packages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expedia Homestead Ski <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tkqlhce.com\/click-3208874-11552045?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FHomestead-Ski-Area-Hotels.0-l6093213-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">vacation packages<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-treetops-resort-gaylord-michigan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treetops_Resort_Gaylord_Michigan\"><\/span><strong>Treetops Resort<\/strong>, Gaylord, Michigan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with skiing and snowboarding, family fun at the Treetops Resort area includes tubing, sleigh rides, and dog sledding. The resort&#8217;s &#8220;Cool School&#8221; package &#8212; a family favorite &#8212; includes lodging, meals, lift tickets, lessons, and much more at a flat rate price. Plus, kids 6 and younger stay and ski for free with each paid adult. Treetops&#8217; location in the northern Lower Peninsula, less than a three-hour drive from both Grand Rapids and Lansing, makes it popular for day trips as well as weekend or multi-day stays.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treetops_Resort_Ski_Details_for_Families\"><\/span>Treetops Resort Ski Details for Families<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stats: <\/strong>23 runs, 80 skiable acres, and 225\u2019 vertical drop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Terrain Overview: <\/strong>17% beginner, 43% intermediate, 39% advanced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Average Snowfall:<\/strong> 176&#8243;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lifts:<\/strong> 5 &#8211; 3 triples, 2 surface lifts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Club and Day Care:<\/strong> None available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lessons and Ski School:<\/strong> Private, Child (ages 3 and up)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kids Ski Free:<\/strong> Kids ages 6 and under ski free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treetops_Resort_Lift_Tickets\"><\/span>Treetops Resort Lift Tickets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treetops.com\/ski-snow\/lift-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Treetops Resort<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Big_Family_Lodging_Near_Treetops_Resort\"><\/span>Big Family Lodging Near Treetops Resort<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Big family friendly <a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/advanced-search\/search-results?order=distance&amp;dir=1&amp;query=all&amp;jr_address=3962+Wilkinson+Rd%2C+Gaylord%2C+Michigan%2C+USA&amp;jr_radius=20&amp;jr_latitude=45.0312277&amp;jr_longitude=-84.5937644\">hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vacation rentals in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tkqlhce.com\/click-3208874-10697641?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vrbo.com%2Fsearch%2Fkeywords%3Agaylord-michigan-united-states-of-america%2FminNightlyPrice%2F0%3FfilterByTotalPrice%3Dtrue%26petIncluded%3Dfalse%26ssr%3Dtrue%26adultsCount%3D2%26childrenCount%3D4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gaylord<\/a>, Michigan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treetops_Resort_Ski_Vacation_Packages\"><\/span>Treetops Resort Ski Vacation Packages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Expedia Treetops Ski <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdoqocy.com\/click-3208874-11552045?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FGaylord-Hotels-Ski-Hotel.0-0-d7480-tSkiHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">vacation packages<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-compare-michigan-ski-resorts-kid-friendly-amenities-and-where-kids-ski-free\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Compare_Michigan_Ski_Resorts_-Kid-Friendly_Amenities_and_Where_Kids_Ski_Free\"><\/span>Compare Michigan Ski Resorts -Kid-Friendly Amenities and Where Kids Ski Free<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Ski Area<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Ski Lessons<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Daycare<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Kids Ski Free<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2022 Adult Price*<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Big Powderhorn<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">6 and under<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$89<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Boyne-The Highlands<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5 and under &#8211; $1<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$49-102<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Boyne Mountain<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5 and under &#8211; $1<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$49-101<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Crystal Mountain<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">6 and under<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$69-99<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Mt. Holly<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$52-65<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Nub&#8217;s Nob<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">8 and under w\/adult<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$50-102<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Pine Mountain<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">8 and under<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$65<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Schuss Mountain<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">8 and under &#8211; $5<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$36-89<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Ski Brule<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">9 and under<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$70<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">The Homestead<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">6 and under<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$26-79<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Treetops Resort<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Yes<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">6 and under<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$10-30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">*price varies by day, purchased online vs in-person, other discounts<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While Michigan may not be the first place that comes to mind for great skiing, with more than 40 resort areas to choose from in the Great Lake State, Michigan actually finishes second for the total number of ski areas in the U.S. Between the Upper Peninsula and the Lower Peninsula, Michigan offers more winter&hellip;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/sixsuitcasetravel.com\/blog\/11-michigan-ski-resorts-to-book-for-a-snow-packed-fun-big-family-vacation\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Read More &raquo;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">11 Michigan Ski Resorts to Book for a Snow-Packed Fun Big Family Vacation<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":19764,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"","neve_meta_content_width":0,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"","neve_meta_reading_time":"","_wp_convertkit_post_meta":{"form":"-1","landing_page":"0","tag":"0","restrict_content":"0"},"footnotes":""},"categories":[11458],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-19705","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-big-family-ski-resort-guides"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - 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