Caberfae Peaks Ski and Snowboard Resort Review

Snowboarding Resort Profile – Caberfae Peaks Michigan

Caberfae Peaks sometimes referred as “The Alta of The Midwest” was the first ski resort to operate in the Midwest and the third in the nation, behind Sun Valley, Idaho (#1) and Stowe, Vermont (#2). Caberfae has been designated a historical site. Caberfae is located in North Western Lower Michigan.

Mountain Facts

• Vertical Drop – 485 ft
• Lifts – 6 lifts including 4 chair lifts and 2 surface tows
• Runs – 34 runs with the longest at over 3/4 of a mile
• Difficulty - Easiest Trails 38%, Intermediate Trails 30%, Advanced Trails 32%

Freestyle Terrain –

• Cammy Potter Terrain Park is the advanced park featuring a variety of rails and boxes.
• Gum Drop Beginner Park featuring short straight rails and barrels to jib.

Snowfall – 150+ annual snow
Snowmaking – 100% snowmaking coverage

Lesson Programs – Caberfae Peaks Certified Snowsports School offers Beginner Snowboard group lessons, and beginner to advanced Snowboard private lessons, with the Cabby Kids program designed for kids 4-11 years old.

Lodging – Caberfae Peaks offers slope side lodging at the Mackenzie Lodge with 36 rooms, and a year round heated pool and hot tub.

Dining – Caberfae Peaks has a restaurant in the Mackenzie Lodge for dining, and a cafeteria style area in the Blackmer day Lodge for lunch or a quick snack, with some good food in R-Dubs Pub.

Directions – 15 miles west of Cadillac Michigan just off of M-55 on Caberfae Rd. 259 miles from Chicago

Caberfae Peaks Ski and Snowboard Resort