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Boyne Highlands Cross Country Skiing


With more than 35 kilometers of groomed and track-set trails, there’s no better way to experience the forests and fields of Boyne Highlands than from a pair of cross-country skis. Whether you’re looking for an all-day tour, a challenging hill loop or a brisk skate, you’ll appreciate the beauty and tranquility of our beautifully maintained trail network.

Call the Boyne Highlands Cross Country Center at 231.526.3026 for additional details. Lessons can be arranged by calling the SnowSports Academy at 231.526.3056.

Trail Passes

  • Ages 9 & up: $16 (before 4pm), $9 (after 4pm)
  • Ages 8 & under: Free

Daily Trail Passes allows unlimited access to our cross country and snowshoeing trails and provide on lift ride to our upper trails. Daily lift tickets allow unlimited access to our cross country and snowshoeing trails.

Equipment Rental

  • Skis, boots & poles: $20 daily
  • Performance Skate package: $25 daily
  • Ages 8 & under: $15 daily

Boyne Highlands Cross Country Trail Map

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Cross Country Skiing and Telemark Lessons
Make your adventure into the peace and quite of Northern Michigan even more enjoyable. When you improve your technique you’ll have more fun! Our expert and passionate Cross Country instructors will improve your technique and make every kilometer of trail more enjoyable. Our Cross Country Centers offer a variety of instructional clinics, private and group lessons and guided tours for cross country skiers of all ability levels.

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Lake ‘N Pines Lodge – Take To The Trails Package

Spend the day having fun Snow Shoeing Or Cross Country Skiing!

Northern Michigan has some of the best snow shoeing and cross country skiing trails in the state and is home to award winning restaurants, vineyards and scenery.

We offer a unique opportunity to not only take to the trails but enjoy special amenities
 to make this your best winter getaway ever.
 
Package Includes:

   2 nights accommodations
   Made to order breakfast each morning with complimentary room service available
   Snack pack for the trails with 2 thermos of coffee or cocoa
   $50.00 Dinner Certificate – 25 restaurants to select from
   2 Wine Tastings at the M-22  Store in Glen Arbor
   Up to $20.00 credit at the M-22 Store in Glen Arbor
   1-4 Hour rental of 2 sets of Cross Country Skis, poles and boots
   OR
   1-4 Hour rental of 2 sets of snow shoes and poles
 
Package with Cross Country Ski Option
 
Angler’s Nook                     Sun- Thurs $309.00 plus tax     Fri & Sat $329.00 plus tax
Pines Nature Suite             Sun – Thurs $319.00 plus tax    Fri & Sat $339.00 plus tax
Bay Chalet                         Sun – Thurs $519.00 plus tax    Fri & Sat $539.00 plus tax
 
Package with Snow Shoe Options
 
Angler’s Nook                     Sun – Thurs $295.00 plus tax    Fri & Sat $315.00 plus tax
Pines Nature Suite             Sun – Thurs $305.00 plus tax    Fri & Sat $325.00 plus tax
Bay Chalet                         Sun – Thurs $505.00 plus tax     Fri & Sat $525.00 plus tax 

Lake ‘N Pines Lodge
10354 Mud Lake Road
Interlochen, MI 49643
231-275-6671

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Crystal Mountain ~ Thanksgiving Reconnect Weekend ~ November 21 ~ 25, 2023

Crystal Mountain - Thanksgiving Reconnect Weekend

Join us Thanksgiving weekend for a holiday full of special family activities.

Tuesday, November 21

Thanksgiving Take & Bake   – Must order By Noon on Tuesday, November 21!
If you’d prefer to dine at home, let our talented culinary do the cooking! Learn about our  Thanksgiving Take & Bake Dinner »

9am – 4pm, Outdoor Hot Tub
Come warm up at the Park at Water’s Edge! Complimentary to resort houseguests and Four Seasons Club Members during public hours.  Learn about our Private Hot Tub Rental »

Wednesday, November 22

Thanksgiving Take & Bake: Pick-Up at the Crystal Center
Held from 4 – 7pm.

9am – 4pm, Outdoor Hot Tub
Come warm up at the Park at Water’s Edge! Complimentary to resort houseguests and Four Seasons Club Members during public hours.  Learn about our Private Hot Tub Rental »

Thursday, November 23

5k Turkey Vulture Trot 
Give your metabolism a boost over Thanksgiving Weekend with our Turkey Vulture Trot 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run! A portion of the proceeds will benefit  North Sky Raptor Sanctuary. Learn More »

Thanksgiving Buffet at the Wild Tomato
Feast on our delicious Thanksgiving Dinner! See details »

9am – 4pm, Outdoor Hot Tub
Come warm up at the Park at Water’s Edge! Complimentary to resort houseguests and Four Seasons Club Members during public hours.  Learn about our Private Hot Tub Rental »


Friday, November 24

9am – 9pm, Outdoor Hot Tub
Come warm up at the Park at Water’s Edge! Complimentary to resort houseguests and Four Seasons Club Members during public hours.  Learn about our Private Hot Tub Rental »

2pm, 2:45pm, 3:30pm: Archery Sessions
For ages 7+. $20 per person. Reservations required by calling the Park at Water’s Edge,  231-378-2238 .

5 – 5:30pm: First Light Celebration 
Santa will kick off the festivities at 5pm with a Horse Drawn Surrey ride down Crystal Mountain Drive starting from Kinlochen. He’ll hop off at the Crystal Center and use his holiday magic to help us light our tree at 5:30pm sharp!

5:30 – 8pm: Holiday Trail Celebration
Enjoy a festive tour through Crystal’s quaint resort village. Each trail stop offers unique activities, plus food & beverage and retail sales. Get your “trail stop stamps” at five or more locations to receive a chance to win one of several great prizes! Starts at 5:30pm.  Learn More »

5:30pm: Horse Drawn Surrey Rides
First rides begin at 5:30pm. $12 per person. No charge for children under 2 years old.  Reservations required by calling the Park at Water’s Edge,  231-378-2238 .

5:30pm: Outdoor Laser Tag
First session begins at 5:30pm. Geared for ages 7 and up. $15 per person. Reservations required by calling the Park at Water’s Edge,  231-378-2238 .

Saturday, November 25

9am – 9pm, Outdoor Hot Tub
Come warm up at the Park at Water’s Edge! Complimentary to resort houseguests and Four Seasons Club Members during public hours.  Learn about our Private Hot Tub Rental »

2pm, 2:45pm, 3:30pm: Archery Sessions
For ages 7+. $20 per person. Reservations required by calling the Park at Water’s Edge,  231-378-2238 .

3 – 4pm:  Birds of Prey Program
Hosted by North Sky Raptor Sanctuary. This complimentary activity held at the Crystal Center gives guests an up-close experience with wildlife in a fun learning environment! Held at 3pm. Want to support the North Sky Raptor Sanctuary? Consider running in our annual Turkey Vulture Trot 5k and Fun Run !

5:30pm: Horse Drawn Surrey Rides
First rides begin at 5:30pm. $12 per person. No charge for children under 2 years old.  Reservations required by calling the Park at Water’s Edge,  231-378-2238 .

5:30pm: Outdoor Laser Tag
First session begins at 5:30pm. Geared for ages 7 and up. $15 per person. Reservations required by calling the Park at Water’s Edge,  231-378-2238 .

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Crystal Mountain ~ Turkey Vulture Trot 5k and 1~Mile Fun Run ~ November 23, 2023

Crystal Mountain - 5K Turkey Vulture Trot

Give your metabolism a boost over Thanksgiving Reconnect Weekend with our Turkey Vulture Trot 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run! The 5K will begin at 9am on Thursday, November 23 on our Mountain Center Road course. The 1-Mile Fun Run will begin at 10am. A portion of the proceeds will benefit North Sky Raptor Sanctuary .

A commemorative medal will be awarded to the top 3 men and women in each age group for the 5K race. All Fun Run participants will receive a finisher medal. The overall male and female winner of the 5K will receive a Crystal Mountain Prize Pack valued at over $200.

Registration

Online registration will begin September 25 and will close at Noon on Wednesday, November 22.

Pre-Registration through November 22 (Online Only):
5k Cost:  $25 per person
1-Mile Fun Run Cost: $10 per person

Registration Opens September 25, 2023 »

Day-Of Registration
5k Cost: $40
1-Mile Fun Run Cost: $25

The first 100 5k racers to sign up will receive a water bottle. Race supplies will be available for advance pickup at the Park at Water’s Edge on Wednesday, November 22 from 9am – 4pm. Check-in on race day will be in the Kinlochen Lobby outside of The Thistle. Awards ceremony will take place at approximately 10:30am at the Lodge Pavilion Tent, slopeside near the Crystal Clipper.

For more information, please contact the Park at Water’s Edge, 231-378-2238 .

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