Northern Michigan Cross Country Ski Articles

Making Tracks Through Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Go behind the scenes with John Mallon, a member of the volunteer team responsible for the crisp, velvety Nordic ski tracks along the 22-mile...

Will Ski for Waffles: Visit the Ultimate Ski-In Waffle Cabin

Is there anything better than wrapping your hands around a warm, fluffy waffle on a frigid winter day? Head to The Highlands at Harbor Springs or...

Sault Ste. Marie Canada is a Skier’s Best-Kept Secret

PAID CONTENT Sault Canada’s granite cliffs, monster snow, Canadian hospitality and top-flight ski areas make this Ontario destination a heavenly...

Lakes & Trails to Explore at Sand Lakes Quiet Area

Surround yourself with gorgeous Northern Michigan scenery while taking a peaceful hike just a short drive from Traverse City. From wildflower spring...

20 Local Festivals & Events You Won’t Want to Miss in February

Northern Michigan is bustling with exciting and unique winter events! From Traverse City Comedy Fest to the North American Vasa, Valentine's dinners...

Ashlyn’s Picks: 10 Things to Do This Weekend, January 27-29

Wrap up the last weekend of January 2023 in Northern Michigan with an enchanted hike to a yurt, ice skating, winter festivals and more, taking place...

Ashlyn’s Picks: 10 Winter Events Taking Place This Weekend

Why stay home this weekend when you can explore the snow-covered beauty of winter in Northern Michigan? Check out these 10 local events taking place...

Snowshoe or Cross-Country Ski at Otsego Resort This Winter

Enjoy the natural splendor of winter in Northern Michigan with Otsego Resort's upcoming brew and wine walk series, kicking off this January...

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Lakes & Trails to Explore at Sand Lakes Quiet Area

Lakes & Trails to Explore at Sand Lakes Quiet Area

Surround yourself with gorgeous Northern Michigan scenery while taking a peaceful hike just a short drive from Traverse City. From wildflower spring hikes to winter cross-country skiing, here's how to enjoy Sand Lakes Quiet Area year-round. This article first appeared...

20 Local Festivals & Events You Won’t Want to Miss in February

20 Local Festivals & Events You Won’t Want to Miss in February

Northern Michigan is bustling with exciting and unique winter events! From Traverse City Comedy Fest to the North American Vasa, Valentine's dinners and more, there's plenty to do across the region this February 2023. February 3 | Singer-Songwriter & Popular Music...

Ashlyn’s Picks: 10 Things to Do This Weekend, January 27-29

Ashlyn’s Picks: 10 Things to Do This Weekend, January 27-29

Wrap up the last weekend of January 2023 in Northern Michigan with an enchanted hike to a yurt, ice skating, winter festivals and more, taking place from January 27-29. Hosting a local event? Let us know! info@mynorth.com.January 27 | Ice Rink Grand Opening | Elk...

Ashlyn’s Picks: 10 Winter Events Taking Place This Weekend

Ashlyn’s Picks: 10 Winter Events Taking Place This Weekend

Why stay home this weekend when you can explore the snow-covered beauty of winter in Northern Michigan? Check out these 10 local events taking place January 5 to 8 from Traverse City to Ludington. Hosting an event? Let us know! info@mynorth.com. This is a web original...

Snowshoe or Cross-Country Ski at Otsego Resort This Winter

Snowshoe or Cross-Country Ski at Otsego Resort This Winter

Enjoy the natural splendor of winter in Northern Michigan with Otsego Resort's upcoming brew and wine walk series, kicking off this January 2023.Each winter, Gaylord transforms into a snowy landscape that's perfect for adventurers of all kinds, from laidback...

Ultimate Winter Rental Guide: Skis, XC Skis, Snowshoes, Snowboards & Fat Tire Bikes

Ultimate Winter Rental Guide: Skis, XC Skis, Snowshoes, Snowboards & Fat Tire Bikes

Explore all that winter in Northern Michigan has to offer. From cross-country skiing to snowshoeing, here are our favorite winter rental spots across the region to find everything you need for your adventure.If your shop offers ski, snowboard, snowshoe, cross-country...

Kick-Off January 2023 with These 15 Northern Michigan Events

Kick-Off January 2023 with These 15 Northern Michigan Events

This January, we're embracing the beauty of winter in Northern Michigan with lantern-lit hikes, snowshoeing, skiing and horse-drawn sleigh rides. Here are 15 Northern Michigan events to kick off your 2023!January 1 | New Year’s Day Hike | Benzie County  Join Grand...

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