The Ottawa national Forest is host to a variety of cross-country skiing opportunities. There are over 90 miles of ski trails located throughout the area with over half of the miles groomed.
Trails range in difficulty from beginner to expert.
Downhill Skiing Winter sport enthusiasts are attracted to the Upper Peninsula for its abundance of downhill ski areas. In the Watersmeet area downhill ski areas are located in Ironwood, Iron River, Ontonagon and Iron Mountain. Snowmobiling Watersmeet is the gateway to snowmobiling in the Upper Peninsula with access to Minnesota, Lower Michigan and Wisconsin. The Upper Peninsula of Michigan has a reputation for an extensive groomed snowmobile trail network, exciting terrain, and an abundance of snow. About 230 miles are located in the Ottawa National Forest.