The trails are open today, and were groomed yesterday. We will not be grooming this morning, but you are welcome to ski and warm up inside by the fire with hot food and drink! Shop the midwinter clothing sale, with 20-30% off lots of warm layers, pants and jackets.
Weather Forecast for Higgins Lake:
Today: Bitterly cold. A mix of clouds and sun early followed by cloudy skies this afternoon. High 2F. Winds WSW at 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight: Partly cloudy skies early will give way to cloudy skies late. Low -7F. Winds SSW at 10 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow: Cloudy skies. A few flurries or snow showers possible. High 12F. Winds S at 10 to 20 mph.
Upcoming Events:
Friday, January 24th: Dinner + Live Music with Derek Boik!
Derek Boik is a solo percussive acoustic musician, who plays all over northern MI with over 25 years of professional live music experience with a 500+ song repertoire, which includes 60s- present day, blues, Motown, classic and alternative rock, folk and pop. Bring your friends for dinner and a wonderful evening of music at the Stone Turtle Cafe, onsite at Cross Country Ski Headquarters!
Saturday, Jan 25th: Bavarian Ski Festival! And Free Ski Lesson at 10:30am
Dust off your Lederhosen and join us for a taste of the Alps! Enjoy skiing on the HQ trail system, then test your strength at Masskrugstemmen, with stein-holding contests for men and women starting at 2:00pm. Make a team of three, and ski in unison atop our giant pair of “Team Skis” in the Team Ski Time Trials, beginning at 3:00pm. Of course, we encourage all guests to dress in their best German attire for a costume contest at 4:00pm. We will be serving delicious Bavarian fare, including soft pretzels, sausages, sauerkraut, and of course, German beer. Don’t miss this celebration of heritage and winter fun! Plus, free ski lesson at 10:30am.
Saturday, Jan 25th from 6-8pm: Dinner + Trivia with Lexi Lou!
Join us for dinner specials, and some wildly entertaining fun at Trivia with Lexi Lou at the Stone Turtle Cafe!
Sunday, Jan 26th at 11:00am: Learn to Skate Ski Clinic
Have you been thinking about trying skate skiing, but aren’t sure how to get into it? Join us for our Learn How to Skate Ski Clinic, which includes a Facilities Pass, and 90 minute group skate ski lesson. Cost for the clinic is $20. Ski rentals are available at our normal rates. The lesson starts at 11:00am, and skiers are welcome to pick up rental equipment as early as 9am. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required – Click Here to Register, or call 800-832-2663 to book. Warning, you may become addicted!
