How to Go Skiing in Missaukee Mountain, Michigan

Missaukee Mountain, Michigan, located close to Lake City, offers a smaller, no-pressure ski site that is perfect for families. There are 5 downhill trails, 2 of which are easy, 2 moderate and 1 difficult.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Phone
• Internet access to book reservations
• Major credit card

Book a Ski Trip to Missaukee Mountain

1. Contact the West Michigan Tourist Association for a listing of local accommodations by calling 1-800-442-2084 or visiting its Web site (see Resources below). You may also conveniently email the travel desk via the Web site. The staff will help you choose a motel or bed and breakfast near Missaukee Mountain.

2. Expect the number of area hotels to be limited. Choose from budget bed and breakfasts or head slightly out of town for familiar chain hotels and motels.

3. Use a travel agent to locate accommodations in or near Lake City, Michigan. Group rates and special rates can sometimes be found. Many motels offer discounted rates for travel club members.

4. Access Missaukee Mountain for free! Two tow ropes are in operation and tickets are not required. Bring your own skis, snow boards and tubes.

Plan Your Ski Trip to Missaukee Mountain

5. Fly into the Lake City area to the Houghton Lake/Roscommon County Airport. Rent a car at the airport, since taxis are almost nonexistent in this area.

6. Drive to Missaukee Mountain, Michigan. Road conditions can be tough to navigate in the winter. Missaukee Mountain is located 3 1/2 miles north of Lake City on M-66.

7. Explore the 15 acres of skiable area, with a 220-foot vertical drop. With over 90 inches of annual snowfall, the slopes at Missaukee Mountain are almost always ready to provide downhill excitement. Night skiing is available.

8. Plan to get off the beaten path on a cross-country ski trail. Missaukee Mountain offers cross-country skiing in addition to its exciting downhill skiing.

9. Explore other winter sports. Bring a snowboard or take advantage of the Lake City area's many snowmobile trails for additional winter adventures.

10. Be aware that Missaukee Mountain is only open on the weekends. It is operated by a local ski club and has limited amenities. Call 1-231-839-7575 for more information.

11. Read the current ski report at the Michigan Ski Report and Snow Conditions Web site (see Resources below). Knowing current conditions will help you better prepare for your trip.

Tips & Warnings

• Book online to find the largest number of accommodations near Lake City.
• Check ahead on road conditions at Missaukee Mountain. You can easily find this information by calling ahead to the ski resort at 1-231-839-7575.
• There is currently no Web site for Missaukee Mountain.