Located in southwest Michigan, Kalamazoo offers a central location to some of the best downhill skiing in the lower peninsula. In less than a one-hour drive, winter enthusiasts can access three ski resorts offering everything from bunny hills for the beginners to black diamonds for the seasoned veterans.
Located approximately 15 miles north of Kalamazoo in Otsego, Michigan. Bittersweet Ski Area offers 20 downhill runs, four tow ropes, seven chairlifts and a terrain park, something sure to please every age and skill level. Group, private and adult lessons are available through the ski school, and the Snowberry Ski Shop offers ski and snowboard rentals. After hitting the slopes, relax by the fire in the lounge.
Bittersweet Ski Area
600 River Road
Otsego, MI 49078
269-694-2032
skibittersweet.com
A short 20-minute drive will take you to Timber Ridge Ski Area in Gobles, Michigan which features a large terrain park with a quarter-pipe, 15 downhill ski trails, five chairlifts and five rope tows. Night skiing and snow tubing are offered as well, along with private, group and adult lessons. Lodging packages are offered with local hotels.
Timber Ridge Ski Area
07500 23 1/2 Street
Gobles, MI 49055
1-800-253-2928
www.timberridgeski.com
Thirty-one miles south of Kalamazoo you find Swiss Valley Ski and Snowboard Area in Jones, Michigan. A family-oriented ski and snowboard area, Swiss Valley offers 11 lighted downhill runs, three chairlifts, four tow ropes and two terrain parks. A full service restaurant and cafe are available for dining and the ski and board shop offers service and rentals.
Swiss Valley Ski Area
13421 Mann Street
Jones, MI 49061
269-244-5635
skiswissvalley.com
Less than 60 miles north of Kalamazoo in Belmont, Michigan, Cannonsburg Ski Area maintains 18 downhill ski runs, three chairlifts and two tow ropes, along with a half-pipe and terrain park for snowboarders. Cannonsburg offers lessons, equipment rentals, child care and group rates.
Cannonsburg Ski Area
6800 Cannonsburg Road
Belmont, MI 49306
616-874-6711
cannonsburg.com
Fifty-seven miles north of Kalamzoo, Michigan in Rockford, Pando Winter Sports Park, has seven downhill ski runs, a half-pipe and terrain park for snowboarders and snow tubing for everyone over 6 years-old. All activities are available at night as well for all-day entertainment.
Pando Winter Sports Park
8076 Belding Road
Rockford, MI 49341
616-874-8343
pandopark.com
