How to Go Skiing in Mt. Brighton, Michigan

Mt. Brighton is an easy drive from Pontiac, Detroit and Ann Arbor, Michigan. There are 17 lifts and 26 trails to provide opportunities for beginner through expert skiers.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

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

Book a Ski Trip to Mt. Brighton

1. Contact the Livingston County Convention and Visitors Bureau at [phone] for area lodging or for special motel package rates. You can also book online through the Bureau's Web site (see Resources below). Simply click on the 'Lodging' link to get started.
2. Find information on a ski and lodging package offered by the resort when you visit the Mt. Brighton website (see Resources below).
3. Book a room in a familiar chain hotel or motel in the budget-to-inexpensive price range. Nearly all of the hotels located near the ski resort are part of a national chain.

Plan Your Ski Trip to Mt. Brighton

4. Fly into the Brighton Airport. Rent a car at the airport to drive from your lodging to the resort. Remember that travel can be tricky on the area's winter roads.
5. Explore the 130 skiable acres and the 250-foot vertical drop. The area receives 60 inches of annual snowfall, and the resort makes additional snow for the enjoyment of winter sports. The longest run is 1,350 feet of cold powder and fast speeds.
6. Ski and snowboard as a family on the designated slopes. The resort encourages family activities and participation.
7. Bring your own snowboards and skis or rent what you need at the resort. Call ahead to check on the availability of equipment.
8. Take lessons to improve your skills. The resort's snow sports school offers both private and group lessons for all age groups. Professional instruction can enhance your enjoyment of the resort's exciting downhill opportunities.
9. Take advantage of the area's snowmobile trails. Snowmobiling is one of the most popular winter sports in Michigan.
10. Read the current ski report for this Michigan ski resort by clicking on the 'Conditions' link on the main page of its Web site.

Tips & Warnings

• Book your trip over the Internet to have online access to your confirmation info.
• Check ahead for snow and road conditions at Mt. Brighton. You can find this information easily by calling ahead to the ski resort at [phone].

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