Porcupine Mountains is an Independent ski area in Michigan: 20 trails, 670 ft vertical, 250 acres.
Base to summit 730 to 1,360 ft · 670 ft vertical
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Why skiers choose Porcupine Mountains
Porcupine Mountains sits in Michigan with 670 ft of vertical drop, 20 trails, and 250 lift-served acres. Porcupine Mountains skews toward experienced skiers. About 42% of the mountain is advanced terrain.
The mountain averages 200" of snowfall per season. Lift tickets start around $45; day-of pricing varies. Porcupine Mountains is an Independent mountain.
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Our model predicts crowd pressure for a typical week here: who this mountain draws, how its lifts absorb a rush, and how each day loads it. It is a prediction, not a turnstile count. Snow in the forecast pushes any of these days up.
Lift lines are not the thing that will decide your day at Porcupine Mountains.
Get the crowd forecast for your exact ski dayPorcupine Mountains is an independent mountain and is not on the Epic Pass, Ikon Pass, or Indy Pass. Day tickets are available directly through the resort at approximately $45.
Porcupine Mountains has 20 trails covering 250 lift-served acres with 670 feet of vertical drop. The terrain breakdown is roughly 16% beginner, 42% intermediate, and 42% advanced or expert.
Porcupine Mountains is not an ideal mountain for beginners. Only about 16% of the terrain is beginner-rated, and the mountain skews toward more experienced skiers.
Day ticket prices at Porcupine Mountains start at approximately $45, though window rates vary by date and demand. Booking in advance is typically cheaper than buying at the window.
Porcupine Mountains averages approximately 200 inches of snowfall per season. This is well above average and makes it a reliable snow destination.
January through early March is typically peak season at Porcupine Mountains when snowpack is deepest and conditions are most consistent. December can be good if the season starts early. Midweek visits are almost always less crowded than weekends.
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*Day ticket prices are approximate and vary by date, demand, age, and promotions. Always confirm pricing directly with Porcupine Mountains before purchasing.