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Feel the Heart of Winter in Pure Michigan

Embrace the beautiful contrast of a Pure Michigan winter. From the exhilarating rush of a snowmobile cutting through the snow-covered landscape to the coziness of a roaring winter fire. It’s finding serene solitude in a snow-draped forest, then discovering vibrant warmth in our historic towns. This is where winter's dual nature comes alive.

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Warmth of Winter | Pure Michigan

Step outside to reflect, recharge and feel the true warmth of winter in Pure Michigan with iconic poet jessica Care moore. Skate, ski or just relax as you keep winter fresh all season long. Keep it fresh at michigan.org

Fresh Start

With numerous winter festivals, ski resorts and more than 6500 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, it's easy to warm up to winter. Keep it Fresh all winter long in Pure Michigan.

Ski Pure Michigan

Michigan's ski areas offer winter adventures for all ages and abilities.

Ski and snowboard season is in full swing in Pure Michigan, and it's time to hit the slopes! Join us as we explore signature ski runs at snowsports destinations across the state. Grab your gear, because it's time to #SkiPureMichigan!

Explore Michigan's Signature Ski Runs
Visit Marquette for the UP200 Sled Dog Race | Trip in a Minute

The UP 200 held in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is one of America's top-notch sled dog races. The race trail covers over 240 miles of challenging terrain through the areas of Marquette, Grand Marais, Wetmore and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and finishes at Mattson Lower Harbor Park in Marquette. Take a quick look at the experience in downtown Marquette as the teams start the race.

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First Ascent | Chasing Fresh Ice in Michigan's UP

Adventure athlete Angela VanWiemeersh explores Michigan's Upper Peninsula with fellow climber Anne Gilbert Chase in hopes of completing a first ascent. Join them on their adventure and learn why Michigan's upper peninsula is one of the world's best places to climb ice.

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Learn to Luge at Olympic-sized Track in Muskegon

Check out one of only four Olympic-sized luge tracks in the United States at the Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park.

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Festive Fun for the Whole Family

Go behind the scenes at Bronner's Christmas Wonderland store as they prepare for the holiday season.

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Warmth of Winter | Pure Michigan

Step outside to reflect, recharge and feel the true warmth of winter in Pure Michigan with iconic poet jessica Care moore. Skate, ski or just relax as you keep winter fresh all season long. Keep it fresh at michigan.org

Fresh Start

With numerous winter festivals, ski resorts and more than 6500 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, it's easy to warm up to winter. Keep it Fresh all winter long in Pure Michigan.

Ski Pure Michigan

Michigan's ski areas offer winter adventures for all ages and abilities.

Ski and snowboard season is in full swing in Pure Michigan, and it's time to hit the slopes! Join us as we explore signature ski runs at snowsports destinations across the state. Grab your gear, because it's time to #SkiPureMichigan!

Explore Michigan's Signature Ski Runs
Visit Marquette for the UP200 Sled Dog Race | Trip in a Minute

The UP 200 held in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is one of America's top-notch sled dog races. The race trail covers over 240 miles of challenging terrain through the areas of Marquette, Grand Marais, Wetmore and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and finishes at Mattson Lower Harbor Park in Marquette. Take a quick look at the experience in downtown Marquette as the teams start the race.

Learn More
First Ascent | Chasing Fresh Ice in Michigan's UP

Adventure athlete Angela VanWiemeersh explores Michigan's Upper Peninsula with fellow climber Anne Gilbert Chase in hopes of completing a first ascent. Join them on their adventure and learn why Michigan's upper peninsula is one of the world's best places to climb ice.

Learn More
Learn to Luge at Olympic-sized Track in Muskegon

Check out one of only four Olympic-sized luge tracks in the United States at the Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park.

Learn More
Festive Fun for the Whole Family

Go behind the scenes at Bronner's Christmas Wonderland store as they prepare for the holiday season.

Learn More

Bundle Up and Keep it Fresh

Winter is when the spirit of Pure Michigan shines brightest. Seek moments in nature, surrounded by crisp air and the occasional glimpse of a white-tailed deer. Perhaps your eyes light up at the idea of wandering in and out of cheerful shops and cozy bookstores at the height of winter.

However you define your ideal winter, Michigan does it just right. Discover acres of snowy terrain, primed for fresh snowshoe tracks. More than 40 ski areas invite adventurers of all levels to skim down mountains and warm up over aprés-ski conversation. From cities packed with festivities to shoreline towns full of charm, plan your escape to Pure Michigan. 

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