Book Your Accommodations in Pine Knob
Step1
Book accommodations in nearby Auburn Hills, Michigan. You can use the Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau Web site to find accommodations listings (see Resources below). There are a number of mid-level chain hotels in the area as well as some budget motels.
Step2
Call 1-(800) DETROIT to speak to someone about booking a trip to the Pine Knob area. Know that most nearby accommodations will be affordably priced, in the inexpensive to moderate price ranges.
Step3
Book a room at one of the expensive five-star hotels located near the resort, or find cheap camping accommodations located about 20 miles away.
Step4
Know that Pine Knob does not offer lodging on-site, but there are plenty of reasonably priced accommodations located close to the resort.
Get to Know Pine Knob
Step1
Experience perfectly groomed slopes throughout the entire winter at Pine Knob Resort. Located in Clarkston, Michigan, Pine Knob offers 15 ski trails, served by 10 lifts. There's a 300-foot vertical drop and a summit elevation of 1,300 feet above sea level.
Step2
Get ready to ski the slopes of Pine Knob during the early winter months. Pine Knob tends to open earlier than most ski slopes because of its enhanced snowmaking techniques. These snowmaking capabilities provide skiing opportunities when the weather warms up as well.
Step3
Be sure to check out the season passes available at Pine Knob. The earlier in the season the pass is purchased, the cheaper it will be.
Step4
Look into the family discount special while planning your trip to Pine Knob to save some money. When two regular price passes are purchased, you can qualify for extra discounts on additional passes.
Step5
Drive to Pine Knob in Michigan via I-375. Merge onto I-75 N and continue heading north to hit the city of Pine Knob.
Prepare for the Slopes in Pine Knob
Step1
Take advantage of the professional ski instructors at Pine Knob to learn all of the basics before taking your first run. Instructors charge an hourly rate for both skiing and snowboarding lessons.
Step2
Be aware that ski rentals are available and include skis, poles and boots. Snowboard rentals are also available and include a snowboard and boots.
Step3
Check the Pine Knob snow report on the Pine Knob Web site before your trip so you know how to dress while on the slopes (see Resources below). It is always advisable to dress in layers during the colder months of ski season. Bring along thermal underwear, long-sleeved t-shirts and two pairs of socks for the cooler days.
