Two Michigan Ski Resorts Compete to be the Best in the Nation
Given how crazy warm it's been lately, breaking out the winter coats and hunting for snow boots might be the last things on your mind. But soon enough, the flakes will be flying and we'll be ready to hit those ski slopes. Did you know two of the top ski resorts in the nation are in Michigan?
Every year, two iconic Upper Peninsula destinations prove that the Mitten State holds its own against massive mountain ranges out West. Once again, both spots are nominated in separate USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice contests, and voting is officially open!
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ABR Trails: Ironwood’s Cross-Country Gem
Competing in the Best Cross-Country Ski Resort category is ABR Trails in Ironwood. They took 4th place nationwide in last year's poll. What started back in 1995 as a small family project with eight miles of paths has grown into a massive 1,100-acre property along the scenic Montreal River.
Today, they offer over 60 miles of groomed cross-country paths, dedicated snowshoe routes, and even dog-pulled skijoring. It's a big favorite in Big Snow Country for anyone who prefers glides over steep drops.
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Mount Bohemia: Deep Powder in the Keweenaw
On the Keweenaw Peninsula, Mount Bohemia in Lac La Belle is up for Best Ski Resort overall after grabbing the No. 3 spot in the country last year.
Bohemia has been a bucket-list destination for thrill-seekers since 2000. It boasts the Midwest's highest vertical drop at 900 feet and gets more than 270 inches of natural lake-effect snow every season.
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Between the steep tree runs and pure backcountry terrain, it's about as wild as Midwest skiing gets. The resort also has outdoor Nordic spa on-site with hot tubs, a cold plunge, and a steam cabin to help you unwind after a long day on the mountain.
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How to Vote for Michigan's Best Ski Resorts
Voting is open now, and you can cast a ballot once per day until Monday, November 9 at noon. Let’s show the U.P. some love and get these spots to the top of the list!
