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Vermont Resorts have many lodging options, motels, hotels, inns, condos, season rentals, and weekly rentals for skiing vacations. Visitors can stay in comfort in any one of the great many slopeside lodging and classic accommodations located nearby.
Vermont Resorts also have a wide assortment of nightclubs,restaurants, and many fun things to do, besides skiing vacations.
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MID ATLANTIC SKIING & RESORTS
Mountain Creek Resort – Vernon, New Jersey
Mountain Creek features downhill skiing, snow tubing cross-country skiing,and snowboarding in Vernon, New Jersey.
It offers 46 trails, 11 lifts, 7 tubing lanes, 7 trails for terrain parks, 36 rails, 1 huge Superpipe with stadium lighting, 170 skiable acres, and 1,000 snowguns. It has skiing from four different mountain peaks: Vernon Peak, Granite Peak, South Peak, and Bear Peak. Its vertical drops are from 1,040 at Vernon Peak to 630 feet at Bear Peak.
20% of total skiable acreage is for snowboarders.Snowboarders can choose from 5 total terrain parks and 1.5 miles of terrain parks.
Snow Tubers can choose 1 dedicated tubing lift fully lighted for night tubing.
Skiing Vacations range from mid December through mid March.
Mountain Creek is located amidst the mountain landscape of northwestern Vernon, New Jersey near Route 94 and also about one and a half hour drive from the George Washington Bridge.
Mountain Creek features luxury resort town homes which are open year round. Opening soon, the Appalachian Hotel is the first in a series of luxurious new Adirondack-style buildings that will create the village at Mountain Creek. In addition to skiing vacations, the surrounding area offers 12 golf courses, wineries, state parks, a zoo, hiking, & world –class snowboarding,
Mirror Lake Inn – Lake Placid, New York’s Finest Lodging Resort & Spa
Mirror Lake Inn features 26 miles of cross-country skiing on the Jackrabbit Trail, Alpine Skiing at nearby Whiteface Mountain or Mount Pisgah(Saranac Lake), snowmobiling tours, snowshoe treks, outdoor wildlife tracking, a private outdoor skating rink, bobsled or luge ride, curling tournaments, sleigh rides, dog sled rides, plus children’s classes, yoga for kids, and Adventure Programs. 3 Day Skiing Vactions Packages are available in 2006 from Jan. 1 to mid-March.
The Mirror Lake Inn, is a four season lakeshore resort in northern New York in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains in the Olympic Village of Lake Placid. It was rated in the Top 50 Ski Resorts by Conde Naste-2005.
There are activities for every season such as yoga, a natural private beach, outdoor heated pool, tennis, world class golf, an indoor Jacuzzi and sauna, and a 60 foot lap pool with a waterfall and a panoramic view of the lake and mountains.
The Salon and Spa refresh, rejuvenate, and revitalize with stone massage therapy, custom facials, and warm seafoam mud wraps. Relax in plush sanctuaries with marble, fireplaces, steam rooms, and sauna. Mirror Lake Inn is located in northern New York above Albany, NY off Route 87 (Adirondack Northway) see site for directions.
Skiing Northern New York near The Summit at Gore Mountain Resort – Gore Mountain, New York
West Mountain located in Glen Falls, New York has popular beginner and intermediate slopes,snow tubing, and children group lessons. It has 21 snowboarding and downhill skiing trails on the Adirondack Mountains with great snowmaking and grooming capabilities. It is a shortdrive from The Summitt.
An easy drive north of North Creek and Gore Mountain, is Whiteface Mountain located in the High Peaks of the Adirondacks near Lake Placid, New York – home of the 1980 Winter Olympics. Whiteface Mountain has the largest vertical drop in the East at 3,430 feet. It has 73 trails, 10 lifts and over 215 skiable acres. 44% of the terrain is rated most difficult, which makes this a popular destination for advanced and expert skiers for skiing vacations.
Close to The Summitt is Gore Mountain Skiing with 72 trails and 11 lifts and over 150 inches of natural snow per year.
An even shorter drive south is the small, but friendly, Hickory Ski Center in Warrensburg, NY. It has the 6th highest vertical drop in New York State, plus 19 trails offering alpine skiing, snowboarding, Telemark skiing, snowshoeing, and sledding in an all-natural powder setting.
(Note:- Hickory is currently closed, There is no word on when or if this Adirondack attraction will reopen.)Check later about skiing vacations.
When you stay at the Summit at Gore Mountain, you have easy access to the best New York skiing vacations in the Upstate NY area. The Summit Resort is located in northern New York just off Route 28.
The Adirondack vacation rentals at the Summit are located in North Creek, New York near many area lakes such as Lake George.
Wisp Resort, McHenry, MD
Wisp Resort in Maryland, offers skiing vacations, snow tubing, snowshoeing, & snowmobile tours. Its ski runs are 31% beginner, 41% intermediate, and 28% advanced with two quads chairs, 5 triple chair lifts, & 9 tubing lanes serviced by 2 lifts. Trails total 10.5 miles on 132 acres of skiable terrain.
Wisp Resort is one of Maryland’s few ski resorts.
It is a true retreat in the mountains of Western Maryland on US Route 219. Yet, it is in a region that gets more snow than Alaska. For skiing vacations,it has 32 slopes, a 700 foot vertical drop, and a long run of 7,500 feet.
Wisp resort also offers mountain golf, disc golf, hiking, & tennis.
The resort has completed a multi-million dollar renovation and has, fitness center, indoor heated pool, racquetball, and spa.
Wisp Resort offers 67 guest rooms and 102 room suites.
Elk Mountain Ski Resort, Inc., Union Dale, Pennsylvania
Elk Mountain Ski Resort offers terrain ideal for beginner through expert, for skiing vacations. It was voted best in Pennsylvania for 2003/04 & 2004/05. Ski Magazine voted it in the top ten for grooming snow quality in the East.
Almost half of its slopes are rated expert and second to none. It has 27 slopes and trails and a 1,000 foot vertical drop, and long run of 8,800 feet.
It is located on Route 6 in northeastern, PA in East Turkhannock, PA. For skiing vacations, lodging is available at family owned motels, B&B, and enchanting country inns.
Bear Creek – Ski Resort. Inn at Bear Creek Hotel. Macungie, Pennsylvania.
The Inn at Bear Creek in northeastern Pennsylvania offers snow tubing, downhill skiing, & snowboarding. Its skiing vacations offer 15 trails and 8 lifts. It is a mountainside retreat, nestled on 330 wooded acres in Macungie, Pennsylvania. The Inn at Bear Creek offers a truly unique experience.
The Inn at Bear Creek is now a four-season resort offering guests cozy accommodations, delicious dining experiences and first class service. Summertime activities include hiking, biking, fishing, and boating.
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort – Farmington, Pennsylvania .
Mystic Mountain offers downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snow tubing, snowshoeing, and a half-pipe for snowboarding in western Pennsylvania.
Mystic Mountain at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort is one of the most family-friendly skiing vacations areas in Western Pennsylvania and one of the best places to learn to ski. Bring or rent equipment. Ski lessons are offered by a professional staff.
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort also features championship golf on two 18-hole courses, hiking, swimming, art tours, wine tasting, and cooking classes. The challenging 72-par signature course, designed by Pete Dye, has received a 4.5 rating form Golf Digest magazine for “Best Places to Play”. It is also home to the PGA Tour 84 Lumber Classic each September, which brings top golfers such as Vijay Singh and John Daly.
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort is one of America’s premier 4-star and 4-Diamond resort properties. Located on 2,800 acres and nestled in the Laurel Highlands of Southwestern Pennsylvania, Nemaco offers luxury English Tudor lodge, Chateau LaFayette, private luxury homes, and townhouses ( all with the option of a butler).
Nemacolin Woodlands features its famous spa which was designed on the principles of Feng Shui. It offers spa treatments to heal, detoxify, relax and soothe, or sessions to improve physical condition. The Woodlands Spa is considered one of the premier spa facilities in North America, having been ranked 8th among “Resort Spas in North America” by Travel and Leisure Magazine in 2004.
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort offers an impressive collection of restaurants to satisfy casual to culinary connoiser taste. Its restaurants have received many awards such as:
- Restaurant of the Year (Lautrec), Pittsburg Magazine, 2004
- Winning Wine List (Lautrec), Wine Spectator, 2003
- DiRoNa Award, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 (Golden Trout
For directions, click on link above.
Skiing in Pocono Mountains & Lehigh Valley ski areas, downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowboarding, & snow tubing in Pennsylvania
Pocono Mountains & Lehigh Valley offer downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snow tubing,& snowboarding in Northern Pennsylvania with beginner slopes to expert mogul runs and snowboarding in awesome half pipes for skiing vacations.
Use the Pocono guide to choose your winter activity. In the link above, click on one of the mountain ski areas listed below for your activity, skiing vacations,and lodging:
- Alpine Mountain
- Big Boulder Ski Area
- Blue Mountain Ski Area
- Camelback Ski Area
- Jack Frost Mountain
- Shawnee Mountain
- Fernwood Winter Fun
Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Champion, Pennsylvania.
Seven Springs Mountain Resort offers skiing vacations,snow tubing, snowshoe tours, sleigh riding,and other activities in northeastern Champion, Pennsylvania.
Seven Springs offers a 750 foot vertical drop, base elevation of 2,240 feet, 1 1/4 mile longest run, 22,000 capacity per hour, 9 lifts, 2 ropes tows, 1 handle tow, and two magic carpets on 275 skiable acres. Runs are 50% beginner, 33% intermediate, and 17% advanced, including a new black diamond trail.
Located on 5,000 acres, Seven Springs Mountain Resort has 385 rooms in the main lodge and 600 condos and chalets for skiing vacations and other activities.
Whitetail Mountain Resort, Mercersburg, Pennsylvania.
Whitetail Resort offers downhill skiing and snowboarding in Mercersburg, PA. There are 19 slopes, a 935 vertical drop, a 4,900 foot longest run, and 8 lifts.It is a favorite of ski clubs and groups for skiing vacations.
Whitetail is a year round resort, offering skiing vacations, snow boarding, mountain biking, fly fishing and other outdoor activities. Lodging is available within six miles at Whitetail Mountain Valley and the historic 1909 Mercersburg Inn.
The Homestead Luxury Resorts – Hot Springs, Virginia. Luxury Family, Ski, Golf, & Spa Resorts in Hot Springs, Virginia.
The Homestead in Virginia offers downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snow tubing, snowboarding,snowmobiling, kid's ski school, and ice skating.
The luxury ski resort at The Homestead has been a skier’s destination for downhill or cross-country skiing vacations since 1959. Cross-country skiing lessons and rental equipment is available. Downhill skier’s can ski wide slopes and family learning areas. Ski, snowboard, and bunny school programs lessons are available along with rental equipment.
The Ski Resort has 9 slopes, a 700’ vertical, and the longest run is 4,200 feet. There is one double chair lift and 4 surface lifts, plus The Playground Terrain Park with various features for all levels of snowboarding. Winter activities also include guided snowmobiling tours, ice skating on an outdoor Olympic-sized ice skating rink, snowshoeing, and snowtubing on 3 lanes of tubing excitement.Skiing vacations are available mid December through mid March, weather permitting.
The Homestead offers an abundance of activities for 4 seasons such as championship golf on three challenging courses, tennis, shooting sports, equestrian, face and body treatments, Kid’s Club, and shopping along the Tower Corridor and on Cottage Row. The Homestead Spa is one of the premier luxury spas of the world. Relax, revitalize, and rejuvenate in its incomparable luxury spa setting.
For dining,, the elegant Main Dining Room can seat 550 people. Ten other restaurants around the resort offer smaller groups intimate atmospheres for formal and informal dining.
It also offers luxurious and comfortable conference, meeting, and wedding facilities with 72,000 square feet of state-of-the-art function space.
The Homestead offers 496 luxurious guestrooms and suites. It is located amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Allegheny Mountains in Hot Springs, VA. See site for directions.
Massanutten Resort Skiing & Golfing, Harrisonburg, Virginia
Massanutten Resort offers downhill skiing vacations, snow tubing, & snowboarding. It boasts 14 downhill lighted trails, Snow Tubing Park, one of the premier Terrain Parks in the mid-Atlantic region , plus the Easy Street terrain Park for novices. Massanutten has a 1,110 foot vertical – the most in Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania for skiing vacations.
It’s resort golf courses are the 18 hole Woodstone Meadows course and Mountain Greens golf courses. They are open from mid-March to Jan.2. There are 125 things to do at Massanutten especially the spectacular inside Water Park.
Lodging packages include Hotel, condo, or villas. For dining choose from The Fareway Restaurant, The Deli, or Water Park buffet. Massanutten Resort is located just 10 miles east of interstate I-81.
Wintergreen Resort - near Charlottesville, Virginia
Wintergreen Resort Virginia features beginner,intermediate, and advanced skiing,snow tubing, snowboarding, plus lessons. It has has 24 skiing trails and two high speed 6 passenger chair lifts.
Enjoy magnificent mountain views, sumptuous luxury, and skiing vacations at Wintergreen Resort near Charlottesville, Virginia. Spanning 11,000 acres on the eastern side of the Blue Ridge Mountains, their villas and condos are surrounded by winding trails, cascading streams, and lush forests. They have an endless variety of activities
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Relax in beautifully appointed Blue Ridge Condos for complete rejuvenation of mind, body, and soul in a majestic setting.
Add a Spa experience to your skiing vacations. Enjoy the new soothing 4 million dollar Wintergarden Spa plus the Acquatics & Fitness Center.
Wintergreen Resort is located off Route I64, Route 664,and Route 151 near Charlottesville, Virginia.
Canaan Valley Resort & Conference Center, West Davis, West Virginia.
Canaan Valley Resort ski slopes are 30% beginner, 40% intermediate, and 30% advanced. For skiing vacations it has 37 slopes, a 850 feet vertical drop, a long run of 6,000 feet, and 3 lifts.
Canaan Valley Resort is a four season resort tucked inside the scenic Allegheny Mountains in West Davis,West Virginia. Canaan Valley provides a mountain playground of 5,000 acres of natural park land.
Canaan Valley Resort, recently was voted among the 50 Great Places to Stay for a Dream Weekend in the Washington Magazine.
Accommodation for skiing vacations include 250 guests room complete with amenities plus a total of 23 secluded private cabins and cottages complete with fireplaces,linens, and full kitchens.
Snowshoe Ski Resort - Snowshoe Mountain, West Virginia
Snowshoe Mountain Ski Resort in West Virginia offers snow shoeing,downhill skiing, snow tubing, cross-country skiing,& snowmobiling tours. It offers a variety of downhill skiing and snowboarding with 57 Trails and 13 lifts. It has five different ski areas for skiing vacations such as: Northern Tract, Ruckus Ridge, Snowbasin, Snowshoe, and Western Territory.
Visit the Snowshoe Mountain Stats and Snow Report for complete details.
Snowshoe Mountain Resort offers a variety of Winter Activities such as a 15,000 sq. ft. family fun center with arcades and Playstation, A Sunrise Backcountry Hut, Cross- Country Skiing, Snowshoeing on 11,000 acres of wilderness, snowmobiling tours,and snow tubing.
Snowshoe Mountain is a year round destination for adventure filled vacations in Snowshoe Mountain, West irginia.It is located off US Route -219.
Snowshoe Mountain Resort offers accommodations at its North Mountain Silver Creek, and South Mountain condos.
SOUTHEAST SKIING AND RESORTS
Appalachian Ski Mountain – Blowing Rock, North Carolina.
Appalachian Ski Mountain welcomes skiers and snowboarders of all levels in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. It has long been acclaimed as one of the best places to go for families, groups, and beginners.
It has 9 slopes, 5 lifts with 2 quads and 1 double chair with state-of-the-art snowmaking and grooming equipment. It features a 45,000 foot base and has a 200 foot long observation deck.
Appalacian Ski Mountain Resort offers convenient slopeside lodging.There are several ski chalets located on and around the resort for skiing vacations.
Cataloochee Skiing Area – Maggie Valley, North Carolina
Cataloochee Ski Area in North Carolina offers downhill skiing, snow tubing, & snowboarding. Beginner ski slopes have their own chair lift plus intermediate slopes such as “Lower Omigosh” and the “Rock Island Run”.
Cataloochee is home of the (snow) Tube World Tubing Park. Tube World is family fun you can depend on. It includes 5 runs and a conveyor ride to the top.
Cataloochee offers several programs for children such as Cat Tracker's (skiers ages 4-7), Cat Explorer's (skiers ages 8-12), and Cat Explorer's (Snow boarders ages 8 -12)
Cataloochee Ski Area,in Maggie Valley, North Carolina,is 5,400 feet high at Moody Top and has a 700 foot vertical drop, 10 slopes, and 5 lifts with quad, triple, double, and 2 surface lifts.
For 45 years, Catalooche skiers have enjoyed the skiing vacations of winding trails and terrain for all skill levels.
Lodging for skiing vacations is available at local hotels, motels, inns, cottages, and the Cataloochee Ranch, located in nearby Maggie Valley, N.C.
Hawks Nest Golf & Ski Resort, Seven Devils, North Carolina
North Carolina offers downhill skiing vacations, snow tubing,& snowboarding at Hawks Nest Golf & Ski Resort. Its challenging terrain is divided into 20% beginner, 70% intermediate, and 10% expert. It has 9 slopes serviced by 3 lifts with favorite runs named Sock-Em-Dog, Right Stuff, Chicken Hawk, Merlin, Narrow Gauge, and Raven's Run.
Snow tubing is great with a 400 foot long tubing park and the beginner terrain.
Hawk's Nest,in Seven devil's, North Carolina has the biggest terrain park in N.C. this season. They have purchased 6 new rails..10, 15, & 20 foot flat rails, 28 foot flat-down rail, 15 foot flat down rail, & 20 foot battleship rail.Hawk's Nest has a new Pisten Bully Edge Park groomer with attachments for terrain park features.
Wednseday is Ladies Day.
Hawks Nest Golf & Ski Resort has long been a favorite of locals and visitors for numerous seasons for skiing vacations.
Sugar Mountain Ski Resort – Sugar Mountain, North Carolina
North Carolina's Sugar Mountain Resort has skiing, snow tubing,snowshoeing trails,& snowboarding.It is the largest ski area in North Carolina for skiing vacations, with a 1,200 vertical drop and is one of the few resorts with more than a 1,000 foot drop south of New England. It has 20 slopes and 8 lifts. It has beginner terrain and advanced terrain for skiing.
Sugar Mountain Resort in Sugar Mountain,N. C., offers snowshoeing(unique to the area), a snowboarding park that is closed to skiiers,and a 700 foot long tubing run serviced by two lifts.
Snowboarding instruction is provided by fully certified PSIA and AASI snowboard schools offering programs for all ages and abilities.
For skiing vacations, the popular mountain offers some great stay and play packages with area lodging companies.
There are Group Sales reduced rates and Winter Value Packages.
Ober Gatlinburg – Ski Trails
Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee offers downhill skiing & snowboarding with 8 ski trails serviced by two quad and one double chairlift, and one surface lift which helps you stay out of lines and on the slopes. Lift capacity is 6,000 per hour.
Ober Gatlinburg has a 600 foot vertical drop and a 5,000 foot longest run. There are 7 tree lined trails and 1 open trail. It has 2 beginner runs, 4 intermediate runs, and 2 advanced runs.
100% snowmaking capability is available.
Ober Gatlinburg is a four season resort area located about 1 and a half hour drive north of Knoxville, TN off of Hwy I-40 east to Route 66 to Route 441 south.
Lodging for skiing vacations is available at nearby motels, hotels, chalets, cabins, and B&B's.
For skiing vacations,it is open from
mid December through early March.
It is popular for skiing vacations and the four seasons. There are many shopping opportunities,restaurants, musical theaters, hiking trails,a variety of entertainment choices, and a large new aquarium to provide a vacation year round.
MIDWEST SKIING & RESORTS
Blackjack Ski Resort Michigan downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, & snowboarding.
Northwestern Upper Peninsula Bessemer, Michigan downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, & snowboarding at Blackjack Ski Resort. It offers a 465 foot drop, 4 chair and 2 surface lifts, 101 skiable acres, 20 trails with 29% beginner, 40% intermediate, & 40% advanced. It has 2 parks & 2 pipes.
It is located close to the Wisconsin border on the Upper Peninsula from Routes 2 and 51.
Central Minnesota skiing, snowtubing, & snowboarding.
Central Minnesota skiing, snowtubing, & snowboarding. Kid’s club program from 4 to 12 yr olds Sat. & Sun… Ski & snowboard lessons available. Lodging available at nearby motels for skiing vacations. Located an hour from Twin Cities off Hwy 15.
Wisconsin’s Devil Head Resort & Convention Center, Merrimac, WI
Wisconsin Skiing vacations, Snowboarding, & Golfing at Devil’s Head Resort & Convention Center.One of the Midwest’s 10 best Ski Resorts by Skiing Magazine Reader Polls with Kid’s Programs and terrain parks.
It offers a 27 hole championship golf course that is constantly in the Top 25 Wisconsin Golf Courses . See also walking trails, hiking trails, tennis,& indoor pool. Lodging is poolside or standard rooms.
Dine at the Cornucopia, Dante’s Restaurant, The Cliff House Café, Smokie’s Rotisserie, The Avalanche Bar & Grill, & The Starter School.
Wisconsin Grand Geneva Resort Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Skiing vacations, snowboarding, ice skating, tobogganing, sleigh rides& Indoor Water Park is offered by Grand Geneva Resort- Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. This year- round resort offers golf, tennis, horseback riding, biking, hiking, jogging trails, carriage rides, and two person motor-boating.
It's 36 hole golf course is the winner of Golf Magazine’s Silver Medal Award for the last 8 consecutive years for its “The Brute and Highlands” golf course.
It is an hour drive from Milwaukee,WI or 90 minutes from Chicago, IL.
WESTERN SKIING AND RESORTS
Kirkwood Accommodations
Kirkwood Mountain Resort
in California, has 2,300 skiable acres with 50% reachable by lifts. It has 65 runs, a 2,000 vertical drop, 12 lifts – 15% beginner, 50% intermediate, 20% advanced, and 15%.The skiing terrain has narrow runs, steep chutes, sharp cornices and wide intermediate runs.Consult your ski map or ski resort attendent for runs and lifts that have your skill level.
Kirkwood Mountain Ski resort is located in the Sierra Mountains of Northern California on beautiful California State Route 80.It is a two hour drive from Reno or Sacramento. For accommodations, restaurants, or direction to Kirkwood, skiers may want to consider the link above or (www.onthesnow.com )
Kirkwood is one of 15 ski resorts that are located like a circle around Lake Tahoe. Kirkwood’s skiing vacations season usually extends from mid November until late April.
Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort, Mammoth, CA
Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort in California has snowshoeing trails,downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snow tubing, snowboarding, dog sled rides,& snowmobile adventures .
Its downhill skiing offers 3,500 acres of skiing terrain, a 3,500 vertical drop, 30 lifts, with 50,000 capacity uphill per hour, 4 Parks, & 4 Pipes.
Runs are divided into 30% beginner, 40% intermediate, and 30% advanced.
Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort is located about 3.3 hours south of Reno. It is in Central California on the Eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. Mammoth is a four season resort with world class activities, amenities, and services. It is one of the largest winter resorts in size in the nation. On many weekends it is the busiest ski resort for skiing vacations in America with over 14,000 visitors.
Visitors can choose from the White Mountain Lodge, Lincoln House, Grand Sierra Lodge, upscale condos such as Juniper Springs, Mammoth Motor Inn, or Tamarack Lodge, economy motels, and upscale hotels.
Always call ahead to check weather, current conditions, and highway conditions. Sometimes, weather conditions near Mammoth Mountain require vehicles to have chains or four wheel drive.
Skiing & Lodging Alpine Meadows Ski Resort Lake Tahoe Tahoe City, California
Ski Alpine Meadows Ski Resort in the Tahoe National Forest on Lake Tahoe North Shore Tahoe City, California. With a base elevation of 6,835 feet, it offers 13 lifts with six passenger chair, two express quads, three triple and five double chairs, two surface lifts-one for kid’s camp only. It offers 2,400 patrolled acres with 100 designated runs. Alpine Meadows Ski Resort is located 6 miles northwest of Tahoe City off Hwy 89.
Lodging for skiing vacations is available at Boreal Mt. Resort, Tahoe Biltmore, Grahlibakken Resort & Conference Center, Mauretatas Lakeshore Resort, River Rondo Lodge, & Stanford Alpine Chalet.
For skiing vacations, the typical operational season opens in mid-November ans closes in late May.
Beaver Creek Colorado Lodging Condos Vacation Home Rentals
Beaver Creek Resort, located in the Rocky Mountains, Colorado, is one of the world’s most highly regarded winter and summer resorts. Beaver Creek is one of the top rated resorts for customer service, dining, and amenities. Beaver Creek has one of the world’s best inventories of resort vacation lodging.
Wildernest Lodging – Summit Country Resort, Colorado Ski Lodging
Ski & Summer accommodations throughout Summit County, Colorado – Colorado’s Playground and central to Breckenridge, CO, Copper, CO, A-Basin, CO, Loveland, CO, & Vail, CO.
Rocky Mountain Skiing and Snowboarding-Ski New Mexico
Rocky Mountain skiing vacations & snowboarding for New Mexico Winter Adventure.Taos, New Mexico Ski Valley has ski areas such as Angel Fire Resort, Enchanted Forest XC, Pajarito Mountain, Red River, Sipapu, Ski Apache, Ski Santa Fe, Taos Ski Valley, and Valles Caldera Nordic.
View information on boarding and skiing vacations, travel planning, resort town fun, cards and passes, snow reports, winter insider, and ski areas.
Alta Ski Area – Alta, UT
Alta Ski Resort in Alta,Utah has a 2,020 vertical drop, 2,200 skiable acres, 116 runs, 7 lifts, 5 surface tows, and a base elevation of 8,530 feet. Alta Ski runs are 25% beginner, 40% intermediate, and 35% advanced. Annual snowfall is 500 inches. Alta offers downhill skiing with no snowboarding.
Alta Ski Resort is located 25 miles southeast of Salt Lake City at the top of Cottonwood Canyon, State Highway 210. It is 45 minutes from Salt Lake City Airport. Alta Ski Resort is a skier's mountain with no snow boards allowed.
Alta has deep powder snow, a variety of terrain, and great scenery which are world renown. This combination provides skiing vacations opportunities for every level of skier.
Snowbird Ski Resort located just over the ridge built ski lifts linking it to Alta Ski Resort. The Utah Transit Authority operates a ski bus route between Alta and Snowbird for morning and afternoon.to allow half day or full day skiing.
Skiing Vacations at Alta are scheduled from late November to mid-April.
Alta Ski Area provides the skiing: private businesses provide the rest for skiing vacations including lodging, dining, massages, and church services.
Brian Head Resort, Brian Head, Utah
Brian Head Resort is one of America’s best ski vacation values. Honored as a Top Family Getaway by the Family Travel Forum, the Resort offers a full-service, top quality winter vacation experience at affordable prices. It has inexpensive lift tickets (kids 5 and under are free), and it has award-winning children’s programs for ages 3-12, and a state-licensed day care facility. It has valued-priced lift/lodging packages.
There are Terrain parks for beginner, intermediate, & advanced-levels.
Other fun activities include snow tubing at its Snow Tubing Park, horse-drawn sleigh rides, snowshoeing, spa treatments, hot tubs, indoor pools, cross-country skiing, dining, shopping, adult beverages at local establishments, on-mountain torchlight and fireworks parades, and evening community events at the Town Park.
Brian Head has 50+ runs on two mountains, receives over 400 annual inches of dry Utah powder. To complement its generous snowfall, it is set amidst the backdrop of the spectacular red-rock formations of Cedar Breaks National Monument.
Brian Head has a base elevation of 11,307, a 1,707 vertical drop, 53+ runs, 500 skiable acres, 40% Beginner Terrain, 40% Intermediate Terrain, @0% Advanced Terrain, and 8 Lifts. There are Terrain parks for beginner, intermediate, & advanced-levels.
Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort – Little Cottonwood Canyon, Utah
Snowbird Resort in Utah,offers snowshoe tours, snow tubing,the Snowbird Mountain School, downhill night skiing,snowboarding,snowmobile tours,ice skating, swimming pools,live music, movies, conference facilities, spa treatments, yoga, and fitness.
Snowbird skiing vacations offer a 11,000 foot peak, a 3,240 foot vertical, and 2,500 acres of skiable terrain, with a base elevation of 8,100 feet, 89 runs and a lift tram. The runs are 27% beginner, 38% intermediate, and 35% advanced.
Summer activities include hiking, fly fishing, horseback-riding, and Canyon Racquet & Fitness Club.
Snowbird Resort is located 29 miles from Salt lake City Airport in Little Cottonwood Canyon,Utah, is America’s most accessible year-round resort. Snowbird and Alta ski resorts were ranked as the No.1 resorts in the country by SKIING Magazine.
Snowbird Ski Resort features four lodges and 10 restaurants.
Lodging consist of The Inns at Snowbird, The Cliffs Lodge & Spa(one of the finest spa facilities of its kind in a mountain resort), The Lodge at Snowbird(with fireplace & full kitchen condominiums), and The Iron Blossom Lodge.
Solitude Mountain Ski Resort – Salt Lake City, Utah
Solitude Mountain Ski Resort has skiing vacations with Nordic skiing, ice skating, heated pools, hot tubs, plus the Essentials Spa with massage, facials, body treatments, pilates, and thai stretching.
Solitude Mountain Ski Resort in Salt Lake city, Utah has over 500” of snowfall annually and offers a vertical drop of 2,047 feet, a base elevation of 7,988 feet, 1,200 acres of skiable terrain, 64 runs, 8 lifts, with 20% beginner terrain, 50% intermediate terrain, and 30% advanced terrain.
Blending a charming European feel with 1,200 acres of Utah's best skiing vacations country and riding, the Inn at Solitude could be one of the best kept secrets around. Solitude Mountain Resort is located 12 miles southeast of Salt Lake City, 12 miles above Cottonwood Canyon near Highway 210. It is 40 minutes from Salt Lake City Airport.
It is a mountain retreat area with tranquility, solitude, and outstanding beauty. It is a retreat that pampers you with modern conveniences in a new European Alps style village.
There are a variety of accommodations at The Village such as The Inn at Solitude, Creekside Powder, Eagle Springs condominiums, Horn Lodge, the Crosssings townhouses, and Club Solitude.
For skiing vacations, Solitude has constructed the luxurious new Moonbeam Day Lodge complete with new dining options and numerous other amenities for the day skiier.
CANADIAN DOWNHILL SKIING and RESORTS
APEX Mountain Resort Advanced Ski and Snowboard Terrain – About Apex
Apex Mountain Resort in Okanagan Valley,B.C.has downhill skiing vacations,snowshoe tours, cross-country skiing,snow tubing on Tim Horton's Tube Park,snowboarding on its Super-pipe,snowmobile tours, & day & night sleigh rides.
For a more relaxed approach Apex offers cross-country skiing on one of 56 world class trails at Nickle Plate Nordic Centre, skating on a one kilometer night lit skating loop, or snowshoe tour.
Apex Mountain Resort remains one of the hidden gems of Canadian skiing vacations. It is located a short 30 minutes from Penticton, B.C. Apex is a full service destination resort with quality snow, great weather, incredible terrain, and friendly people. Apex being located in the heart of Okanagan Valley, features the perfect mix between large amounts of precipitation and low humidity that makes for the lightest champagne powder snow imaginable. With an average temperature of -4 degrees C, Apex receives about 600 cm of dry “Okanagan” powder each season.
Experience awesome terrain from the smoothest of cruisers to the steepest of chutes. Apex has the widest variety of trails to challenge and pamper any skill level. Apex has awesome lifts, with a high speed quad that delivers 2,000 feet of vertical in just six and a half minutes to 1112 acres. It has a total uphill capacity of 6,700 per hour. Beginners can ride the Magic Carpet Lift. Following the Ridge Run to the triple chair offers 16 wide and perfectly manicured green and blue trails.
It has received many awards for excellence in the past and will host the 2006 World Cup Freestyle Grand Prix.
World Class Skiing, Snowboarding, and Accommodations at Big White Ski Resort , Kelowna, B.C.
Big White Ski Resort offers downhill skiing vacations, cross-country, snowshoeing, Nordic, snowboarding, skating, sleighing, and day spa.
It has 83 cm base, 15 lifts, 118 runs and 2,765 acres skiable terrain.
Big White Ski Resortis a modern alpine ski resort located at Kelowna, B.C. Canada. It is consistently voted one of the best ski resorts in the world, yet is still relatively undiscovered. It is British Columbia’s second largest ski resort and offers world-class restaurants and full ski-in and ski-out access yet at an affordable price.
Blue Mountain Resort, Collingwood,Ontario, Canada
Blue Mountain is Ontario’s Winter Playground. It is Ontario’s largest mountain resort and offers snowboarding and skiing vacations. It is a premiere four-season playground that offers hiking, mountain biking, and tennis.
It is located in Collingwood, Ontario near route 124 at the heart of the Green Triangle, nestled between the shores of Georgian Bay and the heights of Niagra Escapement.
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort – The Mountain – Golden, B. C. Canada
Kicking Horse Ski Resort
in Golden, BC offers downhill skiing vacations packages with a 4,133 foot vertical, which is Canada’s 2nd longest vertical, plus 106 runs of which 20% are beginner,45% advanced, and 15% expert.
The face of Kicking Horse and indeed the mountain itself is northeast facing an allows for excellent snow retention. That plus high-level moisture, sun and temperature, low level air create and preserve Kicking Horse’s perfect powder.
Accommodations offered for skiing vacations are cabins/chalets, lodges, hotels, motels, and bed and breakfast.
Welcome to Whitewater Ski Resort – Nelson, British Columbia, Canada – Famous BC
Whitewater Ski Resort in Nelson,BC features downhill skiing, telemark, and snowboarding from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, 7 days a week in Nelson,BC. Runs are 20% beginner, 40% intermediate,& 40% advanced.They operate the Silver King Lift and the Summit Chair and one handle tow(The Hummer) as weather and snow permits.
The Lodge Base elevation is 5,400 feet with a vertical drop of 1,300 feet. The mountain consists of groomed runs, open bowls, glades, chute, and tree skiing. Ski Canada has rated Whitewater to have the Best Deeps, Best Bowls, and Best Glades.
CSIA and CASI certified instructors are available for ski, telemark, & snowboard lessons for adults, youth,& young folk to reach their potential.
INTERNATIONAL SKIING AND RESORTS
AUSTRIA
Arlberg Hospiz Hotel – Tirol, Austria
Arlberg Hospiz is a luxury resort with downhill skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, sleigh rides, ice skating, curling, and bowling in Tirol, Austria. For skiing vacations, it offers 85 railways and ski lifts, you can enjoy 260 km of prepared pistes and 180 km of deep snow and firn runs as well as snowboard parks.
In Summer, Arlberg Hospice features tennis, Nordic walking, swimming in heated pools, and fishing.
It will enchant you with its mountain peaks and vastness. It is a legendary place located on the border of the federal states of Vararlberg and Tyrol and is between Bludens and St Christopher, west of the Innsbruck, Austria Airport.
It's hotel dining has received two Gault Millau Chef Hats for its kitchen and 5 Star Diamond Award from the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences for its wine cellar.
Guests can also take advantage of the Hospiz Sport and Spa in the Alpin Spa Hotel Goldener Berg and enjoy fitness, beauty, body, and water relaxation.
DUBAI
Ski Dubai
Opening April 2006 in the Mall of the Emirates,in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, one of the region’s most exciting retail and entertainment destinations, is the Middle East’s first indoor ski resort and the world’s first indoor black diamond run.
Here, enthusiast can swap water sports and traditional recreation for skis,snowboards, and skiing vacations. Ski Dubai has 5 runs that vary in difficulty, height, and steepness, the longest run being 400 meters with a fall of over 60 meters, plus quad chairlift, tow lift, and flying carpets. Its capacity is 1,500 guests. Skiers can choose from gentle beginner slopes or black diamond slopes. Skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels can enjoy these various slopes and snowboarders can practice their stunts on the 90- meter long quarter pipe.
Use of quality equipment and clothing is included in the ticket price. Qualified professional instructors are available for group or private lessons. For skiing and snowboarding, an exclusive retail shop, Snow Pro, has expert staff to advise skiers and snowboarders on equipment needs
Families can make the most of the snow at the huge interactive Snow Park, which at 3,000 square meters is the largest indoor snow park in the world.
Ski and snowboard enthusiast can enjoy the St. Moritz Café at the entrance to Ski Dubai, and the Avalanche Café at mid-section, with views of the slopes.
Ski Dubai at the Mall of the Emirates, is on Shiekh Zayed Road, Exit 39, in the direction of Al Barsha. For further directions on travel to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, contact:
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Marketing, http://www.dubaitourism.ae
FRANCE
Simon Butler Skiing, Megeve>>skiing, ski chalets in France, French ski experts.
Instructional Skiing Holidays in Megeve, France. If you love skiing vacations as much as Simon Butler Skiing – then you’ll really love what they have to offer at Simon Butler Skiing.
If you’re a complete beginner, nervous novice, or any level ,enjoy having fun and improving. Join Simon Butler Skiing for its 21st season in the wonderful alpine village of Megeve in the French Alps.
Ski Lakes & Mountains holidays in the French Alps. Ski apartments, chalets, hotels in Fr…
Peak Retreats is a French Alps Ski, Lakes, & Mountain specialist. It aims to offer quality accommodations at great prices. Its ski accommodations are 4 star ski apartments, self-catering ski chalets, and charming family run hotels. Its Summer in the Alps accommodations also features 25 charming French ski resorts in the French Alps including:
Samoens, Morillon, Les Carroz, Sixt-Fer-a-Cheval, Les Gets, Chamomix, Les Houches, Megeve, Comloux, Saint Gervais, Notre-Dame de Bellecombe, Les Saisies, Brides-les-Bains, Meribel, Peisey-Vallandry, Champagny, Saint-Foy, Saint-Jean d’Arves, Saint Sorlin d’Arves, Valloire, Longchamp, Aussois, Le Norma, Valfrejus, Val Cenis, Vaujany, Oz-en-Oisanas, Les Deux Alpes, Serre Chevalier, and La Grave.
XC – The Australian Cross Country Skiing Site.
Australian Cross Country Skiing
This is the official website of the cross country skiing in Australia. View racing news, Team Report, Summer News, Results, Coaching, Instructing, Masters.
CANADA CROSS COUNTRY SKIING AND RESORTS
BC CANADA Cross Country Skiing
Hills Snow Park BC, Canada packages offer world class nordic & alpine skiing,snowshoeing, snow tubing, snowmobile tours,dogsledding,skating,& Spa.
It is a leading Canadian Nordic skiing vacations destination. Winter at the Hills Health Ranch is ‘white gold’. They maintain their status by continuous improvement of their 200 km community trail network. They also maintain 40 km skating set trails.
They offer professional lessons if you haven't tried it before.
Welcome to the Trails of the Rossland Range -XC Skiing
The Rossland Range offers cross country skiing vacations plus hiking and mountain biking in Rossland, BC, also known as Alpine City. Its trails are described as Easy, Intermediate, Advanced and Expert, and Other. In the winter the Centennial trail is groomed from Rossland to the Red Mountain Cross Country Ski area. Blackjack offers a network of trails that are track-set daily.
Many un-groomed trails are also popular including Railgrade, Museum, Larry’s, and Rubberhead. Cross-country ski equipment service and rental is available at the Red Mountain Motel.
Cross-country Skiing in Quebec City
Quebec City is a Winter World Capital and a mecca for cross-country skiing and snowshoe buffs.
It is rated highly by others not only in the province, but also in Canada and throughout North America. Blessed with abundant snow cover and a lengthy winter season it
Accommodations range from five star hotel lodging, chalets, rustic, to under the stars. There are several cross-country skiing vacations operators in the area. See website for more details.
Far Inn, elegant country Inn, north of Montreal, in Val-Morin, Quebec
For skiing vacations, Far Hills Inn Val-Morin, Quebec,offers the trails, facilities, and services of the largest and most comprehensive Cross-country Resort and Center in the Laurentians. It consist of:
- 80 km of groomed network with 20 km of freestyle trails.
- 40 km of additional freestyle skiing and classic skiing on the Parc linaire (at no additional cost to the hotel guest)
< LI>30 km of backcountry skiing
The ski lodge has an equipment rental boutique and a restaurant.
Lessons may be obtained from the Far Hills Ski School, the first XC ski school in Quebec.
Far Hills Inn is located one hour north of Montreal in Val-Morin, Quebec. Farhills Inn provides the elegance and warmth of a country estate, a charming atmosphere, and relaxation and quiet time through the seasons.
For lodging, Far Hills has 72 bedrooms and is surrounded by 500 acres of pristine woodlands which encompass a private lake with beach, canoes, and pedal boats, and indoor and outdoor swimming pool, 2 tennis courts, and an outstanding trail network.
The Far Hills Inn is widely renowned in the Laurentians for its French cuisine by Chef Gregory Geddes. The menu is changed daily. It has received awards from Wine Spectator for four consecutive years.
NEW ENGLAND CROSS COUNTRY SKIING AND RESORTS
A Fierce Chase Cross Country Skiing - In Maine
Fierce Chase offers expertly groomed, wide ski trails designed specifically for classical and skating style cross-country for skiers of all abilities.
It is one of the finest trail systems for cross-country skiing in the State of Maine! Olympic quality grooming is offered everyday.
53 new acres to ski and snowshoe have been provided. Instructional and technical support are available to enhance skiing enjoyment.
On Mon.,Wed.,and Fri., Fierce Chase operates on a self-serve basis.
Inn at Thorn Hill – Jackson, N.H.
The Inn at Thorn Hill in New Hampshire features 7 alpine mountain and 6 nordic ski areas.See their scenic cross-country skiing vacation packages. Ski and Stay packages are available from Jan.2 to March 16,2006 in this New England resort.
Located in the heart of the White Mountains in Jackson, New Hampshire, The Inn at Thorn Hill was ranked as #22 in the World on the Best Places to Stay in the World by Conde Nast Traveller in 2005. It was rated as the highest rated lodging restaurant by Conde Nast Traveller, in 2003.
Similarly, Washington Post ranked it as one of the 10 most romantic inns in North America.
The Inn is a top choice for honeymooners, romantics, and those seeking the best sanctuary for retreat. See their Ultimate Relaxation, Classic Romance, Anniversary, or Excursion Honeymoon packages.
Topnotch Resort and Spa – Stowe, Vermont
For skiing vacations, sports, recreation, and leisure, Top Notch Resort & Spa can arrange downhill and cross-country skiing canoeing, fly-fishing, golfing, sleigh-riding, hiking, biking, jogging, rollerblading, tennis, and wildlife viewing.
This four season resort and spa has been rated as:
- Top 10 for Winter Sports- Spa Finder
- No.1 Ski Lodge- Departures Magazine
- Reader’s Choice- Spa Finder
- Top 10 US Tennis Resorts- Tennis Magazine
- Award of Excellence- Wine Spectator
Topnotch Resort and Spa is a premier New England destination resort and spa. Nestled on a beautiful Vermont mountain side on 120 acres, it is a magically balanced setting of natural beauty against spectacular landscapes.
Whether it’s a corporate retreat, a glass of wine with dinner, or a weekend getaway, Top Notch Resort and Spa offers luxury and exquisite culinary experiences.
Topnotch Resort and Spa is located 35 miles from Burlington International Airport BTV) which maintains flights with major airlines. Concierge limosine or car rental can be provided. Topnotch Resort and Spa is located in Stowe, Vermont near the Village of Stowe and can be reached from many major highways.
Consistently rated in the top 10 spas in the US, Topnotch Resort & Spa has been exquisitely renovated to 35,000 sq. ft, with fireplaces, steam, sauna, Jacuzzis, and juice bars, plus 30 treatment rooms which are home to 120 rejuvenating and exotic treatments, plus full service hair and make up salon.
For lodging, Topnotch Resort offers European country Hotel rooms or luxurious resort homes with awe-inspiring tranquility and breathtaking panoramic views of Mount Mayfield.
Mountain Top Inn & Resort – Chittenden, Vermont
New England cross-country skiing vacations, snowshoe tours, snowmobile tours, and dog sled rides at Mountain Top Inn & Resort features . It has been covered by The New York Times, Vermont Magazine, The Boston Globe, and Newsday.
Summer activities include mountain biking, clay bird shooting, fly fishing, tennis courts, & hay rides.
Located on 345 acres just 11 miles from Killington or Rutland, Vermont, The Mountain Top Inn & Resort specializes in hosting small corporate meetings and executive retreats in a Green Mountain setting, a world apart from the everyday business environment.
Its Highlands Dining Room offers sumptuous New American cuisine in the refined ambiance of a traditional Mountain Lodge under the expertise of Culinary Institute graduates Chef Shawn Casey and Chef Jay Kerner.
Inn addition, The Highlands Tavern offers a pub style menu with comfortable seating by a fireplace, a full service bar, outdoor dining, and spectacular views.
The Resort also offers Massage Therapy as a restorative oasis to de-stress and rejuvenate your skin and body.
Trapp Family Lodge – Nordic Ski Center
Trapp Family Lodge was named one of the ”50 Top Ski Resorts in North America” by Conde Naste magazine readers in-2004 & 2005.It has 45 km of groomed and 100 km of back – country trails for skiing vacations in New England.
MID ATLANTIC CROSS COUNTRY SKIING AND RESORTS
Lapland Lake – Cross Country Skiing and year round Vacation Center
For the:
- Best XC Ski Resort in the Mid-Atlantic Region (two consecutive years)
- Best XC Ski Resort for Families
- Top Ten XC Ski Areas in the Eastern Region
- Top Ten Ski Resort Catering to Families
plan a cross-country skiing vacation at Lapland Lake Nordic Vacation Center in New York, a leading cross-country skiing resort.
Located in the scenic, peaceful south-central region of New York’s famous six-million acre Adirondack Forest Reserve. Lapland Lake is situated on hundreds of carefully managed acres and is an idyllic setting for skiing vacations,recreation and relaxation.
Golf, Skiing, Restaurant, Hotel…Byrncliff resort and Conference Center…Varysburg, NY
Byrncliff Resort & Conference Center
is western New York's premier Cross-Country Skiing Center with over 20 kilometers of groomed marked trails.
It is a resort that caters to familes and has the most extensive night skiing for cross country skiing vacations in New York State.
Savage River Lodge, Frostburg, MD
Savage River Lodge in southwest Maryland, features cross-country skiing vacations, snowshoeing trails, fly fishing, and hiking.
This quiet retreat area is located just southwest of Frostburg, MD, and about 4 mile from I-68 in Western, MD. It is located within 700 acres of Western Maryland’s Savage River State Forest. With all the elements of relaxation and comfort it has fantastic food and 18 private upscale cabins.
MID-WEST CROSS COUNTRY SKIING AND RESORTS
Forbush Corner Cross Country Skiing located between Grayling and Gaylord in Frederic, Michigan
Forbush Corner near Gaylord Michigan, is a unique cross country skiing experience. Enjoy miles of rolling, wooded trails that are carefully designed for all levels of ability and immaculately groomed by the largest fleet of Nordic only grooming equipment in the Midwest.
Garland Resort – Lewiston, Michigan
Garland Resort in Lewiston, Michigan:
features snowmobiling, cross-country skiing vacations,snowshoeing trails,sledding,& sleigh rideson hundreds of miles of pristine trails where you canrejuvenate your body and mind. Ask about their “Gourmet Glide”.Ski through majestic snow covered pines, streams, and forests for an unforgettable adventure.
Garland Resort has been called Michigan’s No.1 resort for snowmobiling. You can bring your own machine or rent. They offer lessons on how to use a snowmobile. Garland connects you to hundreds of miles of groomed state and country wilderness trails, ranked among the finest in Michigan.
Garland Resort is a four season resort located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan about thirty miles from I-75. Garland is one of the few AAA Four Diamond resorts in the Midwest.
It offers four “magnificent championship” golf courses, golf practice facilities ,and a golf driving range. Their staff can also fit you for clubs.
For other seasons, Garland offers birding, swimming, canoeing and tubing on the Au Sable River, mountain biking, horseback riding water skiing on Twin Lakes, romantic walking trails, fitness center, Sunday brunches at Hildegard’s restaurant, and Sunset dinners on the patio.
For lodging, Garland Resort offers the Main Lodge, Southwing, Log Lodges, Golf cottages, Villas, or condos – with outdoor look and feeling.
Shanty Creek Resort & Club (Bellaire, MI) –Golf, Skiing, Dining, Meetings
Shanty Creek Resort & Club features snow tubing,49 downhill skiing slopes on two mountains, 30 km of Nordic ski trails, snowboarding,and family skiing vacations in Northern Michigan.
It is a Mid-West four- season resort offering 72 holes of championship golf,
Located on 4,500 acres 30 miles northeast of Travis City, MI, Shanty Creek boosts three distinct villages, award winning dining, live entertainment, fly fishing experiences, as well as a Fitness Center and Wellness Spa.
Its Lodge at Cedar River is a state–of-the-art conference center with 26 conference rooms and 35,000 sq. feet of meeting space, it can accommodate meetings up to 1,000.
Children’s snow- tubing tickets are available on an hourly basis on a first come first serve basis. The White Pine Stampede cross-country race trail has stretching and bending terrain ideal for short strides and long glides.
Shanty Creek Resort has scheduled a Women’s Ski Retreat in Feb. at the Lodge at Cedar River for three days of skiing vacations in a relaxed setting at Schuss Mountain with ski professionals as hosts.
When you choose to stay at Shanty Creek for skiing, you may think you have been on three skiing vacations. Where else could you enjoy the hospitality and fun of three villages at the same time?
Shanty Creek Resort & Club offers accommodations at its Summit Village, Schuss Village, and Cedar River Village. Award winning dining is featured at LaVigna, The Lakeview, or Ivan’s.
The Fitness and Wellness Spa offer a luxurious variety of body care, massage, facials, pedicures, and manicures.
Shanty Creek Resort & Club offers visitors four championship golf courses:
- Cedar River Golf Club
- The Legend Golf Club
- Schuss Mountain Golf Club
- Summit Hill Golf Club
Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort-Biwabik, MN
Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort,offers alpine skiing vacations, cross-country ski,snowshoeing trails, & snowboarding. Minnesota’s #1 Ski Resort(Ski Magazine), has a 500 foot vertical,34 downhill runs, more than 60 km of cross-country ski trails, & has one of northeastern Minnesota’s hottest terrain parks. There are 2-triple chairlifts, 3-double chairlifts, and 1 j-bar for a 7,800 skiier/hour capacity.
The Cross-country skiing trails have looks at the Embarrass River, Wynee Lake, and Sabin Lake. Cross-country ski trails are cleared 20 feet wide and groomed 18 feet wide and weave through the Superior National Forest. All winter sports are offered with first class customer service for skiing vacations and other activities.
The Legend at Giants Ridge and The Quarry at Giants Ridge offer 36 holes of the Midwest's greatest golf. The Quarry was recently cited as “The Best Golf of the 21st Century,” by Golf Digest writer Ron Whitten.
Giants Ridge is located 3.5 hours north from the Twin Cities.
Eagle Mountain Central Minnesota Snow tubing, Cross-country skiing
Snow tubing and cross-country skiing at Eagle Mountain in
Central Minnesota Burtrum, Minnesota. Tube down four hills with lift & tow operator or cross-country ski 10 km of skating and trackset trails plus two downhill runs through the surrounding hills and dales to invigorate body and soul.
It is located 40 miles northwest of St. Cloud, MN and 115 miles from Minneapolis, MN. Snow tubing and cross-country skiing are open on Friday 5 to 10 PM, Sat. & Sun. from 11AM to 6PM. See schedule for holidays. For tubing & skiing vacations see Chamber of Commerce for accommodations.
Golden Eagle Lodge Nordic Ski Center – Grand Marais, MN
Golden Eagle Lodge features world class cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, skate skiing, dog sledding, and ice skating.
Golden Eagle Lodge is a four season retreat that lives in the deep tranquility of ancient forests of the Mid-West.
Tucked away on Flour Lake near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, cross-country skiers can explore an area once traveled by fur trappers. Three- million acres of pine, birch, balsam, and aspen in the Superior National Forest are white capped with an average of 120 inches of whispery powder throughout the winter to enrich skiing vacations.
This is World-Class cross-country skiing at its best! A well-marked network of more than 70 km of trails, groomed and tracked regularly with Kassboher Pisten Bully snowcats, begin curving away into pristine beauty right from your cabin’s doorsteps.
This trail system has been specifically built for this purpose and all trails are tracked for traditional skiing along with a portion for skate skiing. Golden Eagle Lodge features a heated waxing room to prepare your skis for the next day.
In addition to skiing vacations, Golden Eagle Lodge provides for Snowshoeing the Big Foot Trail, skating on their ice rink, or dogsledding nearby.
Lodging consists of Gunflint Cabins and campground.
Golden eagle Lodge is located in northern Minnesota near Lake Superior. Take I-35 or I-53 to Duluth, MN, then Hwy 61 to Grand Marais, MN. (Optional) See Gunflint Express (http://www.gunflint-trail.com) about shuttle services,
Skiing at Lutsen Resort & Sea Villas on Lake Superior in Northern Minnesota
Lutsen Resort offers downhill skiing vacations, cross-country skiing vacations, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and alpine slide. It has been the premier destination for skiers for four generations. It offers The North Shore Ski Trail with 200 kilometers of groomed and tracked trails that vary from short beginner and longer 6 to 10 km, Intermediate loops to half-day, and day-long ski-throughs with a fabulous 25 km loop. Trails overlook Lake Superior, open maple forests, canopies of cedar wetlands with deer and wolf tracks, across sunny meadows and small ponds.
Summer activities include mountain biking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, and wildlife watching.
Accommodations include lodge, log cabins, Villa townhomes, and luxury condominiums. Lutsen Resort and Sea Villas are very popular for romantic getaways and offer Honeymoon and Romantic Packages. It is also well known for its dining in the Lakeside Dining Room and its Popular River Pub.
Lutsen Resort has received the Property of the Year Award from the MN Innkeepers Association and been praised by travel writers in:
- Ski Magazine
- Lakestyle Magazine
- Midwest Living Magazine
- Frommers Travel Magazine
