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Our Blog

Members from the Midwest Family Ski Resorts team will keep you updated of all the happenings here at Granite Peak as well as give some insights into the behind the scenes work of running three of the largest ski areas in the Midwest! Look for weekly updates from our CMO and more.

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Getting Ready

This blog dives into some fun off the slopes for the upcoming winter.

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Snow, Opening Day, & Our New Flex Pass!

Get ready to embrace the magic of the season because our three incredible resorts are officially blanketed in a winter wonderland!

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Discover Family-Friendly Skiing in the Heartland

Lutsen Mountains in Minnesota and Snowriver Mountain Resort in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, offer the best skiing and riding experiences in their respective regions.

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Spring Skiing at Granite Peak: March Magic in Wisconsin

As winter's grip begins to loosen and the days grow longer, March ushers in one of the most magical times of the year at Granite Peak. Located in Wausau, Wisconsin, this beloved ski resort transforms into a spring skiing paradise, offering unique...

La Niña - What Does It Mean?

Our GM discusses the early season operations, the predicted La Niña weather pattern forecasted as well as lift ticket products that are now available for sale at Granite Peak Ski Area.

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Snowmaking Upcoming

Snowmaking Continues to Push West

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We're (I'm) Back!

Our GM gives you the scoop on what we've been up to all summer long.

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99 Days until the Guns are Fired UP

I truly do apologize but I do have excuses and it's not because I've been on vacation! I broke my hand. Typing for the month of June was pretty much obsolete and dictation was my friend for much of my working capacity! July - I've been sick. And not...

Another Winter Season in the Books

Our GM Recaps on the roller coaster of a season that certainly was a Legendary one despite all of Mother's Nature's challenges that were thrown our way!

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Opening Day Is Here!

Opening Day is announced!! December 1, 2023 for the weekend 9am - 9pm.

Mountain Report Overview

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