Last week, our Michigan Ski Tour took you to downhill skiing resorts from one end of the state to the other. You don't need a lift to have fun with skis though - read on for all kinds of nordic skiing fun!

Champion Hill Nordic Trails by Lucky Gus

Cross Country Ski Headquarters - Higgins Lake, MI

Over ten miles of Big Snow Cat groomed trails, from flat to hilly with molded track set and corduroy skating lane. You will also find one the most extensive X-C Ski Stores in the USA with many different models of the latest no-wax and waxable and skating skis.

Champion Hill XC Ski Trail - Beulah, MI

Miles of trails for beginner, intermediate and expert that wind through 370 acres of wooded and open terrain of the highlands of Benzie County with views of Lake Michigan and the Platte Lakes. Also features waxing tables, a heated Nordic Center and food & drinks available.

Forbush Corner, Frederic, MI

Forbush Corner features miles of rolling, wooded trails that are carefully designed for all levels of ability and immaculately groomed by the largest fleet of nordic only grooming equipment in the midwest. The Frederic micro climate of early and frequent snowfalls keeps conditions great and instruction is available from beginner to expert.

Garland Resort - Lewiston, MI

Cross country skiing at Garland will take you through our majestic snow covered pines, streams and forests for an unforgettable adventure. Here on our hundreds of miles of pristine trails you will exercise your body and rejuvenate your mind. Enjoy stress free living as you breathe our crystal-clear air and commune with nature, safe in the knowledge that your cell phone won’t work, even if you want it to!

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Statewide Cross Country Ski Listings

Enjoy the fun and excitement of cross-country skiing in Michigan. Search the properties for cities, towns and communities with cross-country trails, groomed and ready for skiing. Many trails are mapped and marked according to skills. Trails lead through forests, beside lakes, across meadows, and many with rest stops along the way.

Great Lakes Winter Trails Council

The Cross Country Ski areas of the Great Lakes Winter Trails Council are committed to providing you with the finest and most diversified groomed cross-country skiing trails. The organization also strive to keep you informed about the latest cross country trail conditions.