Interesting facts
- Season starts on Dec 15 and ends on Feb 26 (73 days). Average season duration in the USA is 119 days.
- During the season (from Dec 15 till Feb 26) the average snow depth at Timber Ridge Ski Area is 26 ". Snow coverage is usually best during February, offering an average snow depth of 29 " at summit elevation and 0 " at the base.
- Timber Ridge Ski Area features 15 sunny days on average per season. The average for all ski Resorts in the USA is 29 sunny days. January is the sunniest month with an average of 5 sunny days. This makes the ski resort one of the 10 sunniest in Michigan.
The Ski Resort
Timber Ridge Ski Area is a great family ski area in southern Michigan that opened in 1961 with only one rope tow. Today it offers 20 hectares of skiable terrain with mainly easiest and intermediate trails. The trail´s names are based on trees. However, you will also find 3 trails named after Timber Ridge´s first volunteers. The Ski School offers lessons for both ski and snowboard, children and adults. The Family Learn To Ski & Snowboard program is especially recommendable as families can learn together in a group. And even if you don´t want to ski or ride you can have loads of fun at Timber Ridge! The ski area has its own snowtubing hill. Jump on your tube and get thrilled! Moreover, Timber Ridge is a great place for freestylers. It offers three terrain parks, Timber Park, Pumpkin Park and a Mini Rail Park for kids. While Timber Park offers features for more experienced skiers and riders, Pumpkin Park is desgined for those who want to learn and test new tricks. You also shouldn´t miss the yearly winterfest with numerous activities and attractions!
