Author: Melissa Williamson

The colors are finally starting to really show and there are more opportunities for chairlift rides at Mont Ripley! Come enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Superior, the Portage Canal, and the brilliant fall colors from the best seat in the Keweenaw. Sit back, relax, and take in the beauty of the season on the Husky Chairlift!

Friday, October 3: 3 pm – 6pm
Saturday, October 4: 12 pm – 5 pm
Sunday, October 5: 12 pm – 5 pm

Friday, October 10: 3 pm – 6pm
Saturday, October 11: 12 pm – 5 pm
Sunday, October 12: 12 pm – 5 pm

MEET BLIZZARD:
Sunday, October 5 – 3 pm- 5 pm
Saturday, October 11 – 12 pm- 2 pm
Sunday, October 12 – 3 pm- 5 pm

Tickets available in advance
or visit a ticket attendant inside the lower level the chalet on tour dates only. Cash and card accepted in-person. Waivers required for all riders.

$15.00 Adults
$12.00 Tech Students (with ID)
$10 Child 9-16
Children 8 and Under FREE with Adult

More chairlift rides are happening at Mont Ripley this weekend! Come enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Superior, the Portage Canal, and the brilliant fall colors from the best seat in the Keweenaw. Sit back, relax, and take in the beauty of the season on the Husky Chairlift!

Friday, September 26: 3 pm – 7pm
Saturday, September 27: 12 pm – 5 pm
Sunday, September 28: 12 pm – 5 pm

MEET BLIZZARD: Sunday, September 28 – 3 pm- 5 pm

Tickets available in advance
or visit a ticket attendant inside the lower level the chalet on tour dates only. Cash and card accepted in-person. Waivers required for all riders.

$15.00 Adults
$12.00 Tech Students (with ID)
$10 Child 9-16
Children 8 and Under FREE with Adult

Join us for a thrilling chairlift ride to the top of the ski hill and take in the spectacular views of Houghton, Hancock, the Lift Bridge, and Michigan Tech Campus from high atop the hill.

Michigan Tech Family & Support Pack Weekend:
Friday, September 19: 3 pm – 7pm
Saturday, September 20: 12 pm – 5 pm
Sunday, September 21: 12 pm – 5 pm

Friday, September 26: 3 pm – 7pm
Saturday, September 27: 12 pm – 5 pm
Sunday, September 28: 12 pm – 5 pm

Friday, October 3: 3 pm – 6pm
Saturday, October 4: 12 pm – 5 pm
Sunday,October 5: 12 pm – 5 pm

Friday, October 10: 3 pm – 6pm
Saturday, October 11: 12 pm – 5 pm
Sunday,October 12: 12 pm – 5 pm

MEET BLIZZARD:

Sunday, September 21 – 3 pm – 5 pm
Sunday, September 28 – 3 pm- 5 pm
Sunday, October 5 – 3 pm- 5 pm
Saturday, October 11 – 12 pm- 2 pm
Sunday, October 12 – 3 pm- 5 pm

Tickets available in advance
or visit a ticket attendant inside the lower level the chalet on tour dates only. Cash and card accepted in-person.

$15.00 Adults
$12.00 Tech Students (with ID)
$10 Child 9-16
Children 8 and Under FREE with Adult

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Thank you to all of our visitors, community members, and students for an incredible ski season!

We are continuously thankful for your support.

Due to heavy rain, the conditions are rapidly deteriorating and we will be closing at 6 pm today, March 28th.

As of now, we still plan to reopen at 9 am tomorrow, Saturday, March 29th, but stay tuned for updates as the weather and forecast continue to change.

Thank you for your continued support.

Saturday, March 22nd
Beginning at 9:00 am

1000’s of eggs filled with candy and prizes!
Golden eggs with even BIGGER prizes!

Tips for a Successful Hunt:
Lift Ticket Required.
Exclusive 4 and under area with walk up access.

Be Fair:
No early hunting.
One golden egg per child.
Adults – let the kids do the hunting!
No walking uphill outside of the designated area.
Bring golden eggs quickly to the tent.
Exclusive eggs for Tube Park Ticket Holders.

Be Kind:
Everyone is here to have fun!
Return empty egg to the tent or chalet.

Due to a passing storm, we will open one hour later today to (hopefully) allow the bad weather to pass.

Stay tuned to our socials and website for an ops update at 2:00 pm today.

Thank you for your patience.

Beginning March 10, 2025 Mont Ripley will observe Value Season Hours

Monday – Thursday we will be closed to preserve the snow during the upcoming Spring tempatures.
Friday 1 pm – 8 pm
Saturday and Sunday 9 am – 4 pm

Tube Park Hours
Friday 4 pm – 8 pm
Saturday and Sunday 10 am – 4 pm

Lift Tickets $55.00
Daily Rentals $40.00

Due to the Michigan Technological University closure, we will also be closed on Wednesday, March 6.

We will plan to reopen Thursday, March 6 at 1:00 pm

Any Ops updates will be posted here and on our social media accounts.

We hope all guests and staff can stay home and stay safe and warm today.