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Crystal Mountain – Cross Country Skiing

Northern Michigan’s Cross-Country Skiing Destination

Looking for some of the best in northern Michigan cross-country skiing trails? Look no further than Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa. From gentle treks through the trees to the rolling terrain of our black diamond cross-country skiing trails, Crystal Mountain’s 40+km cross-country skiing trail network provides terrain for all ability levels, from novice to expert. We even have 4K lighted for night skiing.

Meticulously-groomed for both skating and traditional cross-country skiing, these picturesque northern Michigan cross-country skiing trails were rated #1 in Michigan by Michigan Living magazine readers. Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa… your northern Michigan cross-country skiing vacation starts here.

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Lake ‘N Pines Lodge – Take To The Trails Package

Spend the day having fun Snow Shoeing Or Cross Country Skiing!

Northern Michigan has some of the best snow shoeing and cross country skiing trails in the state and is home to award winning restaurants, vineyards and scenery.

We offer a unique opportunity to not only take to the trails but enjoy special amenities
 to make this your best winter getaway ever.
 
Package Includes:

   2 nights accommodations
   Made to order breakfast each morning with complimentary room service available
   Snack pack for the trails with 2 thermos of coffee or cocoa
   $50.00 Dinner Certificate – 25 restaurants to select from
   2 Wine Tastings at the M-22  Store in Glen Arbor
   Up to $20.00 credit at the M-22 Store in Glen Arbor
   1-4 Hour rental of 2 sets of Cross Country Skis, poles and boots
   OR
   1-4 Hour rental of 2 sets of snow shoes and poles
 
Package with Cross Country Ski Option
 
Angler’s Nook                     Sun- Thurs $309.00 plus tax     Fri & Sat $329.00 plus tax
Pines Nature Suite             Sun – Thurs $319.00 plus tax    Fri & Sat $339.00 plus tax
Bay Chalet                         Sun – Thurs $519.00 plus tax    Fri & Sat $539.00 plus tax
 
Package with Snow Shoe Options
 
Angler’s Nook                     Sun – Thurs $295.00 plus tax    Fri & Sat $315.00 plus tax
Pines Nature Suite             Sun – Thurs $305.00 plus tax    Fri & Sat $325.00 plus tax
Bay Chalet                         Sun – Thurs $505.00 plus tax     Fri & Sat $525.00 plus tax 

Lake ‘N Pines Lodge
10354 Mud Lake Road
Interlochen, MI 49643
231-275-6671

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Crystal Mountain ~ Thanksgiving Reconnect Weekend ~ November 21 ~ 25, 2023

Crystal Mountain - Thanksgiving Reconnect Weekend

Join us Thanksgiving weekend for a holiday full of special family activities.

Tuesday, November 21

Thanksgiving Take & Bake   – Must order By Noon on Tuesday, November 21!
If you’d prefer to dine at home, let our talented culinary do the cooking! Learn about our  Thanksgiving Take & Bake Dinner »

9am – 4pm, Outdoor Hot Tub
Come warm up at the Park at Water’s Edge! Complimentary to resort houseguests and Four Seasons Club Members during public hours.  Learn about our Private Hot Tub Rental »

Wednesday, November 22

Thanksgiving Take & Bake: Pick-Up at the Crystal Center
Held from 4 – 7pm.

9am – 4pm, Outdoor Hot Tub
Come warm up at the Park at Water’s Edge! Complimentary to resort houseguests and Four Seasons Club Members during public hours.  Learn about our Private Hot Tub Rental »

Thursday, November 23

5k Turkey Vulture Trot 
Give your metabolism a boost over Thanksgiving Weekend with our Turkey Vulture Trot 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run! A portion of the proceeds will benefit  North Sky Raptor Sanctuary. Learn More »

Thanksgiving Buffet at the Wild Tomato
Feast on our delicious Thanksgiving Dinner! See details »

9am – 4pm, Outdoor Hot Tub
Come warm up at the Park at Water’s Edge! Complimentary to resort houseguests and Four Seasons Club Members during public hours.  Learn about our Private Hot Tub Rental »


Friday, November 24

9am – 9pm, Outdoor Hot Tub
Come warm up at the Park at Water’s Edge! Complimentary to resort houseguests and Four Seasons Club Members during public hours.  Learn about our Private Hot Tub Rental »

2pm, 2:45pm, 3:30pm: Archery Sessions
For ages 7+. $20 per person. Reservations required by calling the Park at Water’s Edge,  231-378-2238 .

5 – 5:30pm: First Light Celebration 
Santa will kick off the festivities at 5pm with a Horse Drawn Surrey ride down Crystal Mountain Drive starting from Kinlochen. He’ll hop off at the Crystal Center and use his holiday magic to help us light our tree at 5:30pm sharp!

5:30 – 8pm: Holiday Trail Celebration
Enjoy a festive tour through Crystal’s quaint resort village. Each trail stop offers unique activities, plus food & beverage and retail sales. Get your “trail stop stamps” at five or more locations to receive a chance to win one of several great prizes! Starts at 5:30pm.  Learn More »

5:30pm: Horse Drawn Surrey Rides
First rides begin at 5:30pm. $12 per person. No charge for children under 2 years old.  Reservations required by calling the Park at Water’s Edge,  231-378-2238 .

5:30pm: Outdoor Laser Tag
First session begins at 5:30pm. Geared for ages 7 and up. $15 per person. Reservations required by calling the Park at Water’s Edge,  231-378-2238 .

Saturday, November 25

9am – 9pm, Outdoor Hot Tub
Come warm up at the Park at Water’s Edge! Complimentary to resort houseguests and Four Seasons Club Members during public hours.  Learn about our Private Hot Tub Rental »

2pm, 2:45pm, 3:30pm: Archery Sessions
For ages 7+. $20 per person. Reservations required by calling the Park at Water’s Edge,  231-378-2238 .

3 – 4pm:  Birds of Prey Program
Hosted by North Sky Raptor Sanctuary. This complimentary activity held at the Crystal Center gives guests an up-close experience with wildlife in a fun learning environment! Held at 3pm. Want to support the North Sky Raptor Sanctuary? Consider running in our annual Turkey Vulture Trot 5k and Fun Run !

5:30pm: Horse Drawn Surrey Rides
First rides begin at 5:30pm. $12 per person. No charge for children under 2 years old.  Reservations required by calling the Park at Water’s Edge,  231-378-2238 .

5:30pm: Outdoor Laser Tag
First session begins at 5:30pm. Geared for ages 7 and up. $15 per person. Reservations required by calling the Park at Water’s Edge,  231-378-2238 .

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Crystal Mountain On Facebook

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Treetops Resort – What’s New This Winter

We’ve got a lot of new and exciting things planned for you this winter season, check out a few of them below…

  • We’re excited to announce that for the first time in years, Treetops will ski and ride 7 days a week in 2013-14! Our plan is to open whenever the weather permits with a goal of opening Thanksgiving Weekend. In addition, from mid-December through early-March we’ll be open EVERY DAY!
  • Olympic Snowboard Coach Tom Hutchinson will return to Treetops this winter as an instructor. We’ll also have the Big AIRbag for a full season as well as an expanded Terrain Park and new features including a Boarder Cross Course.
  • Have a ski group? We have spectacular packages available for you this winter. Book your ski trips to Treetops by calling Group Sales at 888-976-0693 and selecting prompt 4.
  • We have a new groomer this season to perfect snow conditions.
  • …and a new tower snow gun to build up a spectacular base!

We’re giving you the best season pass value ever at Treetops this winter and those are just a few of the reasons why. We’ll see you on the slopes!

And kids, there’s still time to perfect those grades before the first marking period is done. 3.0 or better on your report card gets you discounted season passes too!

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