Elevation
675'
Base
1,125'
Summit
450'
Vertical Drop
Trails
42
80 Acres
Lifts
7
2 Types
Snowfall
98"
Annual Snowfall
14"
Nov
26"
Dec
37"
Jan
22"
Feb
10"
Mar

Best known for

Schuss Mountain at Shanty Creek

Where to Stay

Important Dates

Projected opening date

Dec 06, 2025

Projected closing date

Mar 22, 2026

Days Open Last Year

94

Years Open

62

Average Snowfall

160"

Terrain

Beginners Runs
31%
Intermediate Runs
26%
Advanced Runs
43%
Runs in Total
42
Longest Run
1 mi
Skiable Terrain
80 ac
Night Skiing
56 ac
Snow Making
72 ac

Lifts

7

Quad Chairs
5
Surface Lifts
2

Inside Scoop

Reviews

Fred

I've been going here for decades and with the new owners pouring a ton of money into the resort I can honestly say that it's never been better. The skiing at Schuss is quality for the Midwest, although those accustomed to skiing the prime resorts in the West or East will not find it challenging. The amenities, new and old, are just as good as anything you'd find at a top resort in Utah or Colorado (and much more reasonably priced!), the restaurants and bars have improved tremendously both in quality of food/drinks and the variety of what they offer. The village of Bellaire offers a variety of options for the young and old and probably the best brewery in the state of Michigan (Short's) and a great bar for watching sports while downing a good burger (the Bellaire Bar). It's well worth the little time it takes to research the businesses in Bellaire because you will find some gems (check out the Bellaire Smokehouse) and to research the surrounding towns and villages (e.g. Charlevoix, Petoskey, Traverse City, etc.), wineries, breweries, restaurants, nature sites, shops, etc. if you want to get out on a day trip. While the the resort is probably best geared towards families and those looking for a more laid back, less physically demanding ski trip, there's something for just about everyone to justify a trip here during ski season.

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