Ripley News & Announcements

Michigan Tech students who want to receive a Mont Ripley Season Pass will now need to make thier requests in person and have photos taken at the chalet for pass processing. The previous links to the Google Application have been suspended.

To best serve the students and the community, it is recommended that students come in for the application, photos, and pass pick-up during non-peak hours. The Mont Ripley Office is open daily Monday – Friday at 9am – 9pm.

Rental Equipment is not included in the Experience Tech fee. If rentals are needed, you may RENT ONLINE HERE and go directly to the rental department for equipment pick-up.

Questions regarding the new pass pick-up process or rentals, may be directed to the Ripley Office at 906-487-2340 or ripleyoffice@mtu.edu

Due to continued high temperatures and rain, Mont Ripley will be closed Tuesday, December 26th- Friday, January 5th. We are currently planning to make snow beginning Saturday and rebuild the hill for skiing next week. We hope to resume regular operations on Saturday, January 6th at 10 am

Continue to check Facebook, Instagram and skimontripley.com for the most recent updates on operations.

With 115 acres in the snowiest place in the Midwest, Mont Ripley is a vital recreation resource for Michigan Tech and the Keweenaw. As the University and community expand, there are opportunities for our facilities to grow. Will you show your support of Mont Ripley with a gift today?

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Chalet Improvement/Expansion
The Mont Ripley Chalet was built in 1965 when Tech’s enrollment was 3,400. It is more than double that now, with 44 percent of the student body visiting the ski hill last winter.

Top to Bottom Beginner Run
The addition of a new top-to-bottom beginner run would better serve guests of all abilities. The new green run would be established to the far east side of the current skiable terrain.

Additional Parking
By providing more convenient parking options, more community members can enjoy a day of skiing!

These previous capital projects for Mont Ripley have been successful:

• An all-hill lighting system was installed in 1997 and allows for wintertime evening recreation.
• Snow-making capability for the entire hill in 2006 and adds weeks to both ends of the season.
• In 2007, the Copper Hoist chair lift was added, doubling our chair capacity.

Will you join us in our next steps to grow Mont Ripley?

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MSIA Cold is Cool Passport allows 4th and 5th Graders to Ski All Winter Long in Michigan! 

Families can obtain a Cold is Cool Ski & Ride Passport App for their 4th and/or 5th graders that gives them up to three free lift tickets at Mont Ripley and 28 other participating ski resorts across Michigan!

MSIA charges $30 for the passport; $25 covers operating expenses and $5 goes to MIsnow, a new charitable organization that helps get underprivileged kids out on our slopes & trails in the winter.  MIsnow also works to preserve the strong cultural past of Michigan skiing and protect its future with sustainability education.

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Cold is Cool Passport also includes a coupon for 20% off a helmet purchase and $20 off the purchase of $100 at participating ski shops across the state.

The Passport is an app to download on your phone, making it contactless at the lift ticket window.

Any student enrolled with Michigan Technological University for the SPRING semester, that has paid the Experience Tech Fee is entitled to a Season Pass for the 2023-2024 ski season issued by Mont Ripley.

To receive your pass please submit your name and M number and an appropriate photo (head shot only) through this form.

Passes will be available for pick-up at the Van Pelt & Opie Library Exhibit and Promotional Space.

Monday, November 13 – 10 am-2 pm
Tuesday, November 14 – 2 pm-6 pm
Wednesday, November 15 – 10 am-2 pm

Wednesday, November 29 – 10 am-2 pm
Thursday, November 30 – 2 pm-6 pm
Friday, December 1 – 10 am-2 pm
Only pre-ordered passes will be printed for library distribution.

Monday -Friday 10 am-7 pm at Mont Ripley Ticket Office after December 2
All passes being picked up at Mont Ripley Ticket Office and will be printed at the time of pick-up. 

Season Passes for the upcoming 23-24 ski season are now available through the Michigan Tech online Techshop.

Regular Rate All Ages: $485.00 ($25.00 pre-season discount applied until opening day)
Group Rate for All Ages: $250.00 ($25.00 pre-season discount applied until opening day)

Ask your group ambassador for your groups unique code to use online.

Don’t have a group yet? Call Mont Ripley at 906-487-2340 and ask how you can get the group rate and possibly even earn a free season pass for the 2024-2025 season!

Mont Ripley Passholders experience around 100 days of skiing and riding each season. Passholders are also able to ski at several other Michigan, Wisconsin and Colorado ski areas as part of our Passholder Perks Program!

Get your pass today and join the fun this season!

Mont Ripley is continuing to offer chairlift rides for fall color viewing for the next two weekends. Come see the near peak fall colors and enjoy the view overlooking Michigan Tech campus from the top of Mont Ripley.

Saturday, October 7: 12 pm-6:30 pm
Sunday, October 8: 12 pm-6:30 pm

Saturday, October 14: 12 pm-6:30 pm
Sunday, October 15: 12 pm-6:30 pm

Dates and times subject to change due to weather and colors

Buy Advance Tickets
$10 Adults
$8 Michigan Tech Student (with ID)
Children 10 and under free with an adult

CASH ONLY if paying at the lift

Proceeds from color tours benefit Mont Ripley chair lift improvement projects, Mont Ripley’s Volunteer Ski Patrol, and the new Copper Country Snowsports Club.

Mont Ripley is offering chairlift rides for fall color viewing. Come see the spectacular fall colors and enjoy the view overlooking Michigan Tech campus from the top of Mont Ripley.

Michigan Tech Support Pack Weekend
Friday, September 29: 3 pm-7 pm
Saturday, September 30: 10 am-7 pm
Sunday, October 1: 10 am-7 pm

Saturday, October 7: 12 pm-6:30 pm
Sunday, October 8: 12 pm-6:30 pm

Saturday, October 14: 12 pm-6:30 pm
Sunday, October 15: 12 pm-6:30 pm

Dates and times subject to change due to weather and colors

Buy Advance Tickets
$10 Adults
$8 Michigan Tech Student (with ID)
Children 10 and under free with an adult

CASH ONLY if paying at the lift

Proceeds from color tours benefit Mont Ripley chair lift improvement projects, Mont Ripley’s Volunteer Ski Patrol, and the new Copper Country Snowsports Club.