Ski Michigan – Cross Country Ski Photos
Michigan Ski Areas – Cross Country Ski Photos – 2024/25
FROM Cross Country Ski Headquarters >> This is it folks, the day you’ve been waiting for! Conditions are absolutely OFF. THE. CHARTS.
Bluebird skies are calling my name. Peace out, we gotta SKI!! #xcheadquarters #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan
FROM Friends of Valley Spur >> 1/31, All trails are groomed and ready to go. After a week of snow storms we are going to have a reprieve from snow and cold today. Approximately 44 inches of settled snow in the woods and 18 Base inches of snow on the trails. The lodge will be open at 10 am. #valleyspur #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan
FROM Hanson Hills >> ❄️🎿 SATURDAY UPDATE — JANUARY 31, 2026 🎿❄️
🏡 Lodge & Trails:
Open at 9:00 AM
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
The trail system is looking great! Classic tracks are set on Red, Yellow, Brown, Blue, M-93, Easy Return, and Wilderness.
Groomer Dan will be back out today freshening up the trails, and the skate deck is in great shape as well.
🏁 Hanson Hills Classic Update:
We have reopened online registration and it will remain open until 2:00 PM today. Register online to help us keep check-in running smoothly Sunday morning:
👉 runsignup.com/.../MeijerStateGamesHansonHillsClassic
🕘 Race Day Registration:
Available Sunday 8:30–9:30 AM in the main lodge.
⛷️ Downhill & Tubing Operations:
Running 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM today.
🎓 Snowsports School:
Hoppers and Academy programs will run as planned.
🎿 Learn to Ski Special — Last Chance:
The Discover Michigan Learn to Ski Special continues through this weekend:
$60 includes a 1-hour lesson, rentals, and area lift ticket.
📞 Call 989-348-9266 to reserve your lesson.
🚴 Fat Bike Trail Update:
Groomer Mark made a late-night pass — all snowshoe and fat bike trails are groomed and ready for a great weekend of riding.
Big weekend energy, great conditions, and race day tomorrow — see you at Hanson Hills!
Photo Credit: Mark Kunitzer #hansonhills #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan❄️🎿 SATURDAY UPDATE — JANUARY 31, 2026 🎿❄️
🏡 Lodge & Trails:
Open at 9:00 AM
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
The trail system is looking great! Classic tracks are set on Red, Yellow, Brown, Blue, M-93, Easy Return, and Wilderness.
Groomer Dan will be back out today freshening up the trails, and the skate deck is in great shape as well.
🏁 Hanson Hills Classic Update:
We have reopened online registration and it will remain open until 2:00 PM today. Register online to help us keep check-in running smoothly Sunday morning:
👉 runsignup.com/Race/MI/Grayling/MeijerStateGamesHansonHillsClassic
🕘 Race Day Registration:
Available Sunday 8:30–9:30 AM in the main lodge.
⛷️ Downhill & Tubing Operations:
Running 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM today.
🎓 Snowsports School:
Hoppers and Academy programs will run as planned.
🎿 Learn to Ski Special — Last Chance:
The Discover Michigan Learn to Ski Special continues through this weekend:
$60 includes a 1-hour lesson, rentals, and area lift ticket.
📞 Call 989-348-9266 to reserve your lesson.
🚴 Fat Bike Trail Update:
Groomer Mark made a late-night pass — all snowshoe and fat bike trails are groomed and ready for a great weekend of riding.
Big weekend energy, great conditions, and race day tomorrow — see you at Hanson Hills!
Photo Credit: Mark Kunitzer
FROM Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park - the Porkies >> 1/30/26 - Ski Trail Update -
Our groomer was able to hit all the trails yesterday! Trails are in GREAT condition!!! New snow every day this week has helped the trail base. ❄
He will be back out again tomorrow to touch everything up before the Lantern Lit Program - 6 pm - 8 pm EST! #porkies #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan
FROM Forbush Corner Cross-Country Skiing >> Opening today is once again delayed to 10am due to subzero temperatures. We do plan a full system groom for skate and classic. There is an event tomorrow, The Meier Winter Games Forbush Freestyle race. Racers will be utilizing most of the ski trails during the morning. Trails are not closed to non racers, however the event should be winding down by noon.
Race course preps. #forbush #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichiganOpening today is once again delayed to 10am due to subzero temperatures. We do plan a full system groom for skate and classic. There is an event tomorrow, The Meier Winter Games Forbush Freestyle race. Racers will be utilizing most of the ski trails during the morning. Trails are not closed to non racers, however the event should be winding down by noon.
Race course preps.
FROM Friends of Valley Spur >> 1/30, more snow and still falling and John is grooming. John is being hampered by branches ladened with snow and ice hitting the cab of MAGNUS, needing to stop often to cut the branches. These branches will eventually damage our equipment. We need to have a work bee to take care of this problem. Once we pick some dates to do this we will advice. The lodge is open at 10 am. #valleyspur #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan1/30, more snow and still falling and John is grooming. John is being hampered by branches ladened with snow and ice hitting the cab of MAGNUS, needing to stop often to cut the branches. These branches will eventually damage our equipment. We need to have a work bee to take care of this problem. Once we pick some dates to do this we will advise. The lodge is open at 10 am.
FROM Hanson Hills >> ❄️ WEDNESDAY NORDIC UPDATE — JANUARY 28, 2026 ❄️
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
🏡 Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM
We received about 2 inches of new snow yesterday—a nice refresh for the trail system.
Groomer Dan is getting a well-earned day of rest today. Justin will be heading out on the groomer after this morning’s GRA Board meeting, which means grooming efforts will begin around 9:30 AM.
➡️ Red Trail will be the first pass once grooming starts.
🧣 Cold Weather Reminder:
An Extreme Cold Watch remains in effect. Please be sure to layer appropriately—think windproof outer layers, warm gloves or mittens, face protection. We strongly encourage taking frequent warm-up breaks and listening to your body while out on the trails.
Thanks for your patience this morning and for looking out for yourselves in the cold. We appreciate everyone’s understanding and support—see you out there! #hansonhills #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan❄️ WEDNESDAY NORDIC UPDATE — JANUARY 28, 2026 ❄️
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
🏡 Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM
We received about 2 inches of new snow yesterday—a nice refresh for the trail system.
Groomer Dan is getting a well-earned day of rest today. Justin will be heading out on the groomer after this morning’s GRA Board meeting, which means grooming efforts will begin around 9:30 AM.
➡️ Red Trail will be the first pass once grooming starts.
🧣 Cold Weather Reminder:
An Extreme Cold Watch remains in effect. Please be sure to layer appropriately—think windproof outer layers, warm gloves or mittens, face protection. We strongly encourage taking frequent warm-up breaks and listening to your body while out on the trails.
Thanks for your patience this morning and for looking out for yourselves in the cold. We appreciate everyone’s understanding and support—see you out there!
FROM Hanson Hills >> ❄️ TUESDAY NORDIC UPDATE — JANUARY 27, 2026 ❄️
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
🏡 Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM
We picked up about ¼ inch of new snow overnight. Blue received a fresh combing pass, and new classic tracks were set on Brown, Yellow, and M-93 Hills.
The rest of the trail system still has a very skiable skate deck and classic tracks, just lightly snow-covered.
🌲 Wilderness received fresh tracks yesterday and is skiing well.
🎟️ Nordic Tuesday Special:
Enjoy the trails today with a $13 Nordic trail pass.
A great day to get out and ski—see you on the trails! #hansonhills #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan❄️ TUESDAY NORDIC UPDATE — JANUARY 27, 2026 ❄️
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
🏡 Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM
We picked up about ¼ inch of new snow overnight. Blue received a fresh combing pass, and new classic tracks were set on Brown, Yellow, and M-93 Hills.
The rest of the trail system still has a very skiable skate deck and classic tracks, just lightly snow-covered.
🌲 Wilderness received fresh tracks yesterday and is skiing well.
🎟️ Nordic Tuesday Special:
Enjoy the trails today with a $13 Nordic trail pass.
A great day to get out and ski—see you on the trails!
FROM Hanson Hills >> ❄️ MONDAY UPDATE — JANUARY 26, 2026
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
🏡 Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM
Groomer Dan is out this morning combing skate lanes and making a grooming pass down Konopniki. Plans are in place to reset classic track on Wilderness.
🏁 HANSON HILLS CLASSIC — THIS SUNDAY! 🏁
Don’t miss the Hanson Hills Classic, part of the Meijer State Games of Michigan, happening this Sunday.
👉 Register online:
runsignup.com/.../MeijerStateGamesHansonHillsClassic
⛷️ Downhill & Tubing Update:
Downhill and tubing operations will resume Friday from 4:00–9:00 PM for our Friday Night Specials:
• $5 Lift Tickets
• $25 Rentals
• $15 Tubing Sessions
Fresh grooming today and a big race weekend ahead—see you on the trails! #hansonhills #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan❄️ MONDAY UPDATE — JANUARY 26, 2026
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
🏡 Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM
Groomer Dan is out this morning combing skate lanes and making a grooming pass down Konopniki. Plans are in place to reset classic track on Wilderness.
🏁 HANSON HILLS CLASSIC — THIS SUNDAY! 🏁
Don’t miss the Hanson Hills Classic, part of the Meijer State Games of Michigan, happening this Sunday.
👉 Register online:
runsignup.com/Race/MI/Grayling/MeijerStateGamesHansonHillsClassic
⛷️ Downhill & Tubing Update:
Downhill and tubing operations will resume Friday from 4:00–9:00 PM for our Friday Night Specials:
• $5 Lift Tickets
• $25 Rentals
• $15 Tubing Sessions
Fresh grooming today and a big race weekend ahead—see you on the trails!
FROM Forbush Corner Cross-Country Skiing >> Albeit cold, for those willing to venture out, skiers are being treated to the best trail conditions, dare I say, ever. Entire trail system is open, east and west side groomed yesterday, and I hear Pines loop gets the fresh groom today. Open at 9, gates close at 5. #forbush #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichiganAlbeit cold, for those willing to venture out, skiers are being treated to the best trail conditions, dare I say, ever. Entire trail system is open, east and west side groomed yesterday, and I hear Pines loop gets the fresh groom today. Open at 9, gates close at 5.
FROM Forbush Corner Cross-Country Skiing >> East side trails were groomed yesterday, and the West side trails will get the fresh groom today. Winter weather is holding on, so dress warm and enjoy being outside. Open at 9. Gates close at 5. #forbush #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichiganEast side trails were groomed yesterday, and the West side trails will get the fresh groom today. Winter weather is holding on, so dress warm and enjoy being outside. Open at 9. Gates close at 5.
FROM Cross Country Ski Headquarters >> Cross Country Skiers are the heartiest bunch!! Nothing beats the cold like XC skiing, stein holding, German fare, and of course, German Dave! Join us today at Bavarian Ski Festival! #xcheadquarters #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan
FROM Forbush Corner Cross-Country Skiing >> Another arctic day in store for us today. The whole system was groomed yesterday, and since it did not snow much and skier traffic was light, just a few of the east trails will get a fresh groom this early morning. Check Nordic Pulse a little later for the latest. Open at 9. Gates close at 5. #forbush #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichiganAnother arctic day in store for us today. The whole system was groomed yesterday, and since it did not snow much and skier traffic was light, just a few of the east trails will get a fresh groom this early morning. Check Nordic Pulse a little later for the latest. Open at 9. Gates close at 5.
FROM Forbush Corner Cross-Country Skiing >> We will be open today, but don’t hurry out. We are delaying opening to 10am.
If venturing out, heed the weather warnings and dress appropriately for conditions. Trails were packed and tilled late yesterday, and full system grooming for skate and classic are in process first thing this morning. #forbush #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichiganWe will be open today, but don’t hurry out. We are delaying opening to 10am.
If venturing out, heed the weather warnings and dress appropriately for conditions. Trails were packed and tilled late yesterday, and full system grooming for skate and classic are in process first thing this morning.
FROM Forbush Corner Cross-Country Skiing >> UPDATE: picture is from the March ice storm, not a current issue just a throw back picture of how bad the ice storm was.
We are definitely not lacking snow this year. Few more inches overnight, more in the forecast, and cold temperatures will preserve the snowpack. Grooming east side trails today for skate and classic. Open 9 to 5.
Dave’s Valley after the ice storm in March. #forbush #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichiganUPDATE: picture is from the March ice storm, not a current issue just a throw back picture of how bad the ice storm was.
We are definitely not lacking snow this year. Few more inches overnight, more in the forecast, and cold temperatures will preserve the snowpack. Grooming east side trails today for skate and classic. Open 9 to 5.
Dave’s Valley after the ice storm in March.
FROM Friends of Valley Spur >> 1/21, no new snow so there is no need to groom this morning. You will find both tracks and skate deck solid. Warmer temperatures from the last couple days. Get out and enjoy. The lodge will be open. #valleyspur #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan
FROM Hanson Hills >> ❄️ WEDNESDAY UPDATE — JANUARY 21, 2026 ❄️
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
🏡 Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM
Groomers were out early setting fresh classic tracks on M-93, Blue, and Red.
Skate lanes are being combed this morning on Yellow, Brown, Blue, Green, and Easy Return, providing a nice refresh across the system.
Another solid winter day on the trails—enjoy the fresh grooming and we’ll see you out there! #hansonhills #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan❄️ WEDNESDAY UPDATE — JANUARY 21, 2026 ❄️
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
🏡 Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM
Groomers were out early setting fresh classic tracks on M-93, Blue, and Red.
Skate lanes are being combed this morning on Yellow, Brown, Blue, Green, and Easy Return, providing a nice refresh across the system.
Another solid winter day on the trails—enjoy the fresh grooming and we’ll see you out there!
FROM Anderson Bluffs & River Trails Foundation Inc. >> ABR is keeping up with the grooming at -6! Dress warm, it’s beautiful out there 😊 #abrtrails #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichiganABR is keeping up with the grooming at -6! Dress warm, it’s beautiful out there 😊
FROM Friends of Valley Spur >> 1/20, John Cromell went out with the Ginsu and regroomed all the trails. The Skate Lanes are probably the best we have had all season. Hard packed skate lanes and firm tracks. The sun is out and the lodge is open. #valleyspur #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan
FROM Hanson Hills >> ❄️ TUESDAY UPDATE — JANUARY 20, 2026 ❄️
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
🏡 Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM
Groomer Dan is out this morning giving Red, Yellow, Brown, Blue, and M-93 Hills a fresh comb on the skate deck.
Classic tracks on these trails are two days old and still holding up well.
🌲 Wilderness Trail:
Groomed yesterday with fresh set tracks and skiing well.
🚴 Fat Bike Trail Update:
Groomer Jorden is out this morning packing the trail. Riding should be good very soon!
🎓 Program Update:
Due to the CASD school district being closed today, the after-school Learn to Ski program is canceled.
⛷️ Downhill & Tubing Update:
Downhill and tubing operations will resume Friday, January 23rd from 4:00–9:00 PM for our Friday Night Specials:
• $5 Lift Tickets
• $25 Rentals
• $15 Tubing Sessions #hansonhills #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan❄️ TUESDAY UPDATE — JANUARY 20, 2026 ❄️
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
🏡 Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM
Groomer Dan is out this morning giving Red, Yellow, Brown, Blue, and M-93 Hills a fresh comb on the skate deck.
Classic tracks on these trails are two days old and still holding up well.
🌲 Wilderness Trail:
Groomed yesterday with fresh set tracks and skiing well.
🚴 Fat Bike Trail Update:
Groomer Jorden is out this morning packing the trail. Riding should be good very soon!
🎓 Program Update:
Due to the CASD school district being closed today, the after-school Learn to Ski program is canceled.
⛷️ Downhill & Tubing Update:
Downhill and tubing operations will resume Friday, January 23rd from 4:00–9:00 PM for our Friday Night Specials:
• $5 Lift Tickets
• $25 Rentals
• $15 Tubing Sessions
FROM Forbush Corner Cross-Country Skiing >> Waking up to a very cold and windy start. Limiting grooming to our more “wind protected” trails, Badlands and Green Trail. #forbush #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichiganWaking up to a very cold and windy start. Limiting grooming to our more “wind protected” trails, Badlands and Green Trail.
FROM Friends of Valley Spur >> 1/19, John Cromell is out grooming and reports the weather is not that bad out there. M94 is open but M28 between Marquette and Munising is closed. I will be opening up the lodge. Please keep feeding the fire if you venture out for a ski. #valleyspur #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan
FROM Hanson Hills >> ❄️ MONDAY UPDATE — JANUARY 19, 2026
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
🏡 Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM
Groomer Dan is out this morning combing skate lanes on Yellow, Brown, Blue, M-93, and Novice. Once complete, he’ll move on to open Wilderness and set fresh classic track later this morning.
⛷️ Downhill & Tubing Update:
Downhill and tubing operations will resume Friday, January 23rd from 4:00–9:00 PM.
🎉 Friday Night Specials (Jan 23):
• $5 Lift Tickets
• $25 Rentals
• $15 Tubing Sessions
Fresh grooming today and Friday night fun right around the corner—see you on the trails! #hansonhills #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan❄️ MONDAY UPDATE — JANUARY 19, 2026
🎿 Nordic Trail Update:
🏡 Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM
Groomer Dan is out this morning combing skate lanes on Yellow, Brown, Blue, M-93, and Novice. Once complete, he’ll move on to open Wilderness and set fresh classic track later this morning.
⛷️ Downhill & Tubing Update:
Downhill and tubing operations will resume Friday, January 23rd from 4:00–9:00 PM.
🎉 Friday Night Specials (Jan 23):
• $5 Lift Tickets
• $25 Rentals
• $15 Tubing Sessions
Fresh grooming today and Friday night fun right around the corner—see you on the trails!
FROM Forbush Corner Cross-Country Skiing >> Looks like another pleasant day to get out and enjoy winter! We have an abundance of snow to keep up with and more is on the way later today. Nearly another full system groom for skate and classic. Open 9 to 5. #forbush #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichiganLooks like another pleasant day to get out and enjoy winter! We have an abundance of snow to keep up with and more is on the way later today. Nearly another full system groom for skate and classic. Open 9 to 5.
FROM Friends of Valley Spur >> 1/18, and John Cromell is out grooming in all the new snow for us. Sunday will be fun day for another great day of skiing. The lodge will be open 10 am to 4 pm. #valleyspur #crosscountry #snowphotos #SkiMichigan1/18, and John Cromell is out grooming in all the new snow for us. Sunday will be fun day for another great day of skiing. The lodge will be open 10 am to 4 pm.
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