Trails And Resources

Cross Country Ski Headquarters is Pure Michigan. Come revel in Michigan's coolest season in the heart of Lower Michigan on the nationally recognized trails of Higgins Lake's Cross Country Ski Headquarters.  Centrally located in northern Michigan's snowbelt just three miles from I-75 and nine from U.S. 127, we feature more than 12 miles of "Ginzu" (same groomer used into 2002 Olympics) groomed  (daily) trails for all abilities, where you can glide on freshly set tracks, or skate on freshly packed corduroy lanes. 

Warm up or cool down beside the fieldstone fireplace in our Stone Turtle Day Lodge while enjoying our famous homemade gourmet chili, soups and hot Panini sandwiches as well as sweet treats. You are welcome to bring your own picnic lunch!  

Demo or rent the latest in skis or snowshoes (we have over 200 pair). Take a lesson from one of our 4 ski instructors. At X-C Ski HQ we feel proper instruction in XC basics should be FUN, and  enhance the outdoor adventure by making X-C Skiing safer and more efficient. After the lesson browse apparel from Sport Hill, The North Face, Columbia, Under Armour and more! We can also outfit you with a complete ski package. We are unsurpassed in brand offerings for X-C Skis and known throughout the land as the X-C Ski Package Experts.

Then head for more fun on nearby trails through the Au Sables River's fabled Mason Tract or Grayling's Hanson Hills Recreation Area. Cruise the virgin white pines of Hartwick Pines State Park, or the trails of North Higgins Lake State Park, or the hardwood Ogemaw Hills north of West Branch. One visit and you'll know why we are cross country ski experts! Plan your visit with daily trail condition reports, maps, online store and much more right here at www.crosscountryski.com. You will soon find out that Cross Country Ski Headquarters is indeed in the heart of Pure Michigan.