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The Highlands ski resort

📷 The Highlands

North America

The Highlands

Closed for the season

Opens December 4, 2026

Conditions data updated Sat, Jun 13, 09:04 PM UTC · informational only

Closed for Season

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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Updated: Jun 13, 9:04 PMWeather at base: 773m

Overview

The Highlands is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season (Opens December 4, 2026). Today's SnowSure™ Score is 10/100 (Limited). Conditions last updated 2026-06-13 21:04 UTC.

Resort Guide

The Highlands is located in Harbor Springs, northern Michigan, and is a Boyne-owned resort known for its welcoming atmosphere and all-season appeal. The resort features extensive ski terrain, four championship golf courses, a lift-served bike park with 22 miles of trails, and a variety of lodging and dining options. Signature experiences include family-friendly activities, year-round events, and easy access to regional attractions such as Petoskey and Mackinaw City. The Highlands stands out for its blend of adventure and relaxation, making it a central hub for exploring northern Michigan.

Resort Info

Summit1325m
Base773m
Vertical552m
Lifts11
Runs55
Skiable Area435 acres
Average snowfall140 inches / 356 cm
CountryUnited States

Season dates

OpensDecember 4, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Top Après Ski

Slopeside Bar & Grill – Known for its inviting atmosphere and prime location at the base of The Highlands, this après-ski hotspot features live music, craft cocktails, and a lively crowd, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.

SnowSure™ ScoreAI
Closed for the season

Not operating — opens soon

Opens December 4, 2026

SnowSure scores and forecasts below are for planning and reference only while the resort is closed.

Depth

Snow depth data is not available at this time.

Recent

There has been no new snow in the past week.

Forecast

The 14-day snow outlook is currently unavailable.

Historic

This season-to-date snow measurement is not available, while the 5-year average to date is 148cm.

Closed for the season · Data updated Sat, Jun 13, 09:04 PM UTC · informational only

Snow Summary

1325mECMWF Model

Updated Jun 13, 2026 at 9:26 PM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

Great Lakes & Midwest region

Current Conditions

Reported Sat, Jun 13, 09:04 PM UTC

Base

773m

Temp

7°C

Wind

19.8km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

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Mid-Mountain

1049m

Temp

5.2°C

Wind

22km/h

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Summit

1325m

Temp

3.4°C

Wind

24km/h

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14-Day Forecast

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Local Reports

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (1325m)

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10-Day Forecast

Today

13

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7.2°

1.3°

Sun

14

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2.5°

-0.1°

Mon

15

🌧️

5.9°

-1.6°

Tue

16

🌧️

7.9°

1°

Wed

17

🌧️

5.1°

0.8°

Thu

18

🌧️

5.3°

1.2°

Fri

19

🌧️

5.4°

1.1°

Sat

20

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6.9°

0.8°

Sun

21

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6.2°

1.2°

Mon

22

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5.4°

0.2°

Summit elevation (1325m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Sat, Jun 13, 09:04 PM UTC

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Season Total

This Season to Date

-100%

vs 5-Year Avg

148cm avg by now

-100%

vs 30-Year Avg

148cm avg by now

148cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.