Local Ski Hills
Big Powderhorn Lodging Association located in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan, is nestled in the heart of Big Snow Country. Mother Nature blesses us with an average of 200 + inches of snow annually. The snow and picturesque, serene setting provides for the best skiing in the Midwest. Our chalets and condos surround Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort. Plus, BPLA is located within 10 minutes of Indianhead Mountain Resort and Blackjack Resort. Big Powderhorn Resort is your true Winter Vacation Destination.
Big Powderhorn Mountain
Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort boasts 33 trails throughout 250 wooded acres, 3 terrain parks, and 9 lifts. Big Powderhorn was voted ‘Favorite Downhill Terrain’ in the Midwest by onthesnow.com for 2010.
In December 2011 the New Gun Barrel Lodge opened. The modern, comfortable, convenient facility offers all services including the ticket office, ski school, rentals, cafeteria and the Hideout Bar and Grill.
This family friendly ski resort, along with BPLA, is dedicated to providing the total Family vacation experience. Combine this with beautiful views of the village and serene woodlands, friendly staff and our great lodging packages to find your finest choice for skiing in the Western Upper Peninsula.
Indianhead Mountain Resort
Indianhead Mountain Resort is located only 10 minutes east of Big Powderhorn Lodging. With 638 vertical feet, Indianhead offers a wide range of trails to appeal to all levels of skiers. The two terrain parks, ‘Big Chief’ and beginner park ‘Timber Wolf’, deliver excitement to your ride and accommodate for varying levels of ability. For the beginner Indianhead operates a magic carpet training center.
In 2011 Indianhead was voted “Favorite Family-Friendly Resort” in the Midwest by onthesnow.com.
Blackjack Resort
Blackjack Resort came under new ownership in 2009. The new team is committed to excellent service. Blackjack resort features 19 trails and 2 terrain parks. The ‘Just Cuz’ park will be a new terrain park featuring small and medium obstacles throughout a full trail, top to bottom run. Blackjack Resort is located just minutes east of Big Powderhorn Lodging.
The Porkies
The Porcupine Mountains in Ontonagon Michigan are about an hour drive to the east. The Porkies boast 42 runs, and 42 km of cross country ski trails. The new attraction, Everest, is another mountain just west of the main ski area and features over 100 acres of inbounds backcountry terrain and lots of fresh powder. This area is serviced by the Expedition Everest Snowcat as it takes you to the top of the half mile wide forest. The snow cat will also deliver you to the wide open slopes on the west side of the Porkies.


