Big Powderhorn Mountain
Michigan UP ski area near Bessemer with 45 trails, 10 lifts, and an even split of beginner-to-advanced terrain.
Key Stats
Vertical Drop
127m (417ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
497m (1,631ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
370m (1,214ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
208cm (82in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
45
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
10
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Skiable Area
102ha (252ac)
Total groomed and patrolled skiable terrain
Terrain Breakdown
The percentage of marked trails in each difficulty level. A higher beginner percentage means more terrain suitable for novices and families; a higher advanced percentage means more challenge for experts.
Beginner
33%
Intermediate
33%
Advanced
33%
Best For
Location
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