Pine Mountain

Located in Iron Mountain on Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Pine Mountain is a ski resort where history and tradition are a clear part of the experience. The resort is perhaps best known for the Pine Mountain Ski Jump, one of North America's most classic ski jumping facilities, which gives the site a strong foothold in the early history of winter sports.

Alpine skiing is concentrated and manageable, with slopes that take advantage of the mountain's natural fall lines rather than wide transport routes. The focus is on slope skiing, which makes the area appreciated by both local skiers and training groups. When the snow conditions are right, Pine Mountain offers fast and direct skiing without detours.

The atmosphere is clearly local and untouristy, with skiing at the centre rather than ancillary activities. The combination of alpine skiing and proximity to the iconic ski jump makes Pine Mountain a place that many skiers remember – not for its size, but for its character and heritage in North American skiing.