Northern Michigan does winter right. No gray, mushy, damp days here. Blue skies, crisp temperatures and abundance of snow makes winter just as it is supposed to be: perfect.

Cross Country Skiing
If you enjoy the vigorous exercise of cross country skiing, Northern Michigan is for you. More than a dozen trails attract a skiers. The Petoskey State Park, Wildwood, Nub's Nob, and Birchwood Country Club are just a few great places to cross country ski. Each February, the Loppet takes place, a cross country ski trek from Harbor Springs to Cross Village.

Downhill Skiing
Downhill skiing is Northern Michigan. We boast of downhill skiing because we have it all: three spectacular resorts with a variety of terrain. Nub's Nob and Boyne Highlands, both outside Harbor Springs, and Boyne Mountain, Boyne Falls, provide a ski experience that will bring you back for more. Ski schools, racing, demonstrations, snowboarding, night skiing, apres ski–what more can you ask for.


Snowmobiling
If snowmobiling is your passion, then you have come to the right place. Miles and miles of trails can take you from the woods to the water's side, from the countryside to a spot for a warm drink. The annual Moose Jaw Safari attracts hundreds of snowmobilers each February as they sled from Harbor Springs to Lark's Lake where the famous bean pot awaits.

Snowshoeing
It may be the old fashioned way to get around in the snow, but it works and is gaining in popularity every year. And one hour of moderate snowshoeing burns 700 calories. Try any of the area cross country ski trails or take part in guided snowshoes by the Little Traverse Conservancy.

Skating and Sledding
Iceskating on a beautiful winter evening with the stars overhead just can't be beat. Outdoor rinks in Petoskey, Boyne City, Charlevoix, Boyne Falls, Harbor Springs and Boyne Highlands along with indoor skating in Harbor Springs provide wonderful opportunities to glide across the ice. Sledding hills are perfect for a fast trip down the hill on a sled followed by hot chocolate in the warming house.

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