So much Snow! Best Michigan Skiing!
It’s Really All About The Snow!
If you’re looking for fresh snow and the best skiing in Michigan, Ski Brule has it. We make snow fresh every night in season, when weather allows.
When it comes to the best skiing in Michigan, IT’S REALLY ALL ABOUT THE SNOW. Without snow, amenities are meaningless. Last season, Ski Brule was again open longer and offered more terrain with better snow than any other Midwest resort. While others couldn’t or wouldn’t, last season, Ski Brule made snow continuously throughout the 23/24 winter recognizing that IT’S REALLY ALL ABOUT THE SNOW.
Ski Brule is dedicated and well equipped and fully committed to the snow. Ski Brule will continue to always recognize that Ski Brule Is Your Snow Resort!
Winter 23/24 – The winter that wasn’t, except at Ski Brule.
For all of the Midwest, winter 23/24 was the winter that wasn’t. Most resorts struggled to be open. Most resorts were never 100% open. While other resorts focus on glamor and high speed, Ski Brule understood that IT’S REALLY ALL ABOUT THE SNOW. At Ski Brule, the favorite Midwest ski resort, you have our commitment to provide the best Michigan skiing at all times with the best snow conditions and the longest snow season in the Midwest.
“The snow crew is second to none, hands down. They not only know how to make it, they know how to manage it! Their snow management keeps it in the best shape of anywhere in the Midwest. They approach it as an art, much like a brewmaster looks at making beer.” ~ Jason
2023-2024 – A Test of Ski Brule’s Snow Making Capabilities
The 23/24 season is a perfect example of Ski Brule’s snow expertise and why you’ll find the best skiing in Michigan at Ski Brule. While most resorts never attained 100% open terrain this past season, but Ski Brule did. How is that possible? It starts with dedication & reinvestment in snowmaking, plus an experienced veteran snow crew that makes it happen. As soon as the temperatures drop, Ski Brule begins piling on snow. The biggest difference is that Ski Brule continues to pile it on until the base is deep instead of quickly opening additional trails. This approach means that during unseasonable temperatures, Ski Brule’s base doesn’t melt away.
The Best Snow for Midwest Skiing is at Ski Brule
It’s the ‘never quit’ approach of the Ski Brule Mountain Crew that will bring early season and late season snow for skiing and to play on. As soon as temperatures drop (even as early as October), Ski Brule starts making snow to ensure the longest ski season in the Midwest. A powerful snowmaking system combined with over 60 years of snowmaking and dedicated snowmaking crew that makes skiing in October and May a reality. Under ideal conditions, Ski Brule can open a trail with 24 hours of snowmaking.
Ski Brule knows how to make and maintain snow better than anywhere else. It is almost impossible to distinguish between “Brule Made” and “Mother Nature Made” snow. Year’s of experience, a dedicated snowmaking and grooming team plus a few trade secrets make Ski Brule’s terrain the best there is.
Experience Ski Brule – the Best Michigan Family Skiing!
Located in Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula, the views from the slopes will cause you to pause to enjoy the scenery. But that isn’t the only reason Ski Brule is magical. We also provide a wide variety of activities for families with mixed interests, including free lift tickets for children up to 9 years old, snow tubing, marshmallow roasts, bbq’s and more! Ski Brule has something for everyone. From the moment you arrive, you are made to feel like family.
From the moment you arrive you can always count on receiving a warm welcome from the Ski Brule crew and a willingness to go above and beyond your expectations. Ski Brule made a promise to you many years ago to provide quality, family fun, at an affordable price with a variety of recreational opportunities with the most helpful, outgoing staff anywhere. Ski Brule intends to keep this promise for another 60 years.
THE Best Michigan skiing because of a few trade secrets.
Snowmaking and grooming is truly a science. Although having state of the art snowmaking system and grooming equipment surely helps, it doesn’t ensure quality snow conditions. It takes knowledge, experience and a few snow secrets to make and maintain amazing snow. It’s this winning combination that makes Ski Brule the best Michigan skiing!
Ski Brule will open as soon as snowmaking permits. Ski Brule’s record opening was October 24! And record closing was May 15. You can count on Ski Brule having snow for Thanksgiving Holiday. (Ski Brule has hosted the Thanksgiving Race Camp for over 30 years). Get your gear tuned up … it’s time to ride!
“We want to shout from the mountain tops how much we love #skibrule! Let me share some of the perks & why we love them so much!! FANTASTIC people who work there! They are SO incredibly accommodating and truly promote passion for the sport, everyone deserves a fun time at Ski Brule! Chairlifts with great operators that know exactly how to help little ones enjoy the sport too. Which leads me to number three, a super fun, family orientated experience for all levels of skiers/boarders! So much fun!
#skibrulelers4lift #cantescapethesnow #sowhy notloveit “
~Trisitn
When does Ski Brule begin making snow?
Ski Brule is committed to providing you with the best Midwest skiing experience, and we begin snowmaking as soon as temperatures permit in late October or early November. Snowmaking is more productive in the fall when temperatures are in the teens as opposed to the spring when good snowmaking can occur at thirty-two degrees. Why? Because the water temperature in the fall is warmer than the spring which then requires colder temperatures for good snowmaking output. Humidity is another factor in snowmaking. High humidity equals low snowmaking output. Essentially, cold temperatures with low humidity is the key to good snowmaking at Ski Brule. Yes, Ski Brule does also have a few more proprietary tricks up our sleeves that makes Ski Brule’s snow the best midwest ski resort!
How long is Ski Brule’s season?
On average, Ski Brule’s Michigan ski slopes are open 164 days, that’s five and a half months! Every year, we aim to be the first Michigan Ski resort open. Ski Brule opens for snow sports as soon as snowmaking permits and remains open (including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day & Easter) for Midwest skiing & snowboarding through late April, even May! The longest skiing and snowboarding season in the entire Midwest is found at Ski Brule.
Does a mid season warm up melt the snow?
Ski Brule anticipates a mid season warm up and prepares for it at the start of the season. Ski Brule could open a trail with only 24 inches of snow but we don’t …why? Because Ski Brule is serious about snow and providing the best skiing in Michigan at all times. Ski Brule snow crew piles on the snow during the snowmaking season and stock piles it around the mountain so when the temperatures rise in the middle of winter or spring, Ski Brule is not effected by it and always provides the best skiing in Michigan.
Very Little Snow Loss
Did you know that when temperatures at night are freezing that there is very little snow loss during the day? Even at 40 degrees. Sure the snow may ‘soften’ up a little but riding on soft snow is fantastic! No it isn’t icy and no there aren’t bare spots. Ski Brule has so many snowmaking and grooming secrets that you can count on Ski Brule’s snow being the best there is anywhere! Some of the best snow is found in March! Warmer temps, soft snow, blue skies = FUN! Plan on skiing well into late April at Ski Brule. We’ll be waiting for you.
Ski Brule’s Ski & Snowboard Season Records
Ski Brule’s record opening was October 24th, record closing was May 15th and record longest ski & snowboard season was 182 days. You can count on finding the best Michigan skiing here.
Ski Brule Ski Season
2023/24 November 23-April 7
2022/23 November 18 – April 9
2021/22 November 20- April 10
2019/2020 November 20- March 21 (COVID Government Shutdown)
2018/19 November 11- April 28
2017/18 November 10- April 22
2016/17 November 18- April 23
2015/16 November 22- April 17
2014/15 November 7- April 20
2012/13 November 9- April 22
2011/12 November 12- March 23
2010/11 November 5 – April 17
2008/09 November 11- April 19
2007/08 November 7- April 21
2006/07 October 28- April 22
2005/06 November 16- April 16
What that boils down to is that with our exceptional veteran crew of snow makers and our commitment of providing you the best experience, you can count on a personalized family experience, the absolute best snow, and best Michigan skiing experience here at Ski Brule. We’re looking forward to seeing you soon!
