Ski Brule sits in the Upper Peninsula woods south of Iron River, and it's aiming to open the 2026/27 season November 20–22. This page covers the mountain, tubing and night skiing, and the slope-side lodging in Brule Village.
Ski Brule lies down in the Brule River Valley, 150 acres of runs cut into 3,000 acres of Upper Peninsula woods. There are 17 trails, and the mix is kind to a family: 35% beginner, 35% intermediate, 24% advanced and 6% expert.
For distance, take Homestead or Maple Syrup, each about a mile long. For steep, go to the headwalls on Big Bear and Whitewater. The Timberdoodle and Double Doodle terrain trails twist through the trees, and freestyle skiers and riders head for the Snowshoe, Rapids and Bambi Rail terrain parks.
Ski Brule has been family owned for more than 60 years, and it can make snow on the whole mountain.
Trail Map & StatsNot everyone in the family has to ski. There's plenty else to do on the mountain, from the tubing hill to the quiet trails down in the valley.
For a ride that takes no skill at all, go tubing. Whitewater Snow Tubing Park has a rope tow to pull you back up, and it's aiming to open December 26. At Homestead Lodge it's the old way: a sleigh ride and a BBQ dinner, then you hike up and tube down.
Away from the lifts, the valley goes quiet. There are 15 km of groomed trails through the Brule River Valley for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and fat biking. Your daily lift ticket gets you on them, and you can rent the gear.
Daylight runs short in late December, so the lights come on. Lower Sunrise, Rapids, Bunny and Bambi are lit 4:30–7:30 PM every night from December 26 to 31, then Fridays and Saturdays. A day ticket covers the night session.
That's the target for the first chair of the season, if the weather cooperates. The snowmaking crew gets going as soon as it's cold enough.
Ski Brule is set up for bringing the little ones along. SKIwee ski school covers lessons, lunch and lift access. There's also a Kids Center, licensed daycare on the mountain, and Kids Sunday deals on rentals and tubing.
Ski and snowboard lessons start every day at 9:30, 10:45, 12:00, 1:15 and 2:30, and run one or three hours. Book them at Guest Services when you get there. The Rental Center fits skis, snowboards and helmets. It also has the trail gear: cross-country skis, snowshoes and fat tire bikes.
Lessons & RentalsAfter a cold day on the hill you'll want something hot. The Brule Saloon & Cafe does burgers and brews for lunch and après, with live music on many weekends through the season. For a sit-down dinner, go to the rustic Homestead Lodge, and it's best to reserve a table.
Dining at BruleMark these on the calendar. Opening dates ride on the weather, so check the snow report before you go.
Watch the snow report, then book a room close to the mountain. Ski Brule's own lodging is within walking distance of the lifts. It runs from studio condos and the Pioneer suites to chalets and log homes that sleep up to 16, and many have a fireplace, sauna or private hot tub. Ski-and-stay packages are booked by phone at 800-362-7853. If you bring a sled, you can ride from the village onto the Iron County trails.
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906-214-2308
906-265-9100
40 E Adams St
Iron River, MI 49935
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1700 County Road 424
Gaastra, MI 49917
906-265-3611
1257 W Ice Lake Rd
Iron River, MI 49935
800-362-7853
373 Brule Mountain Rd
Iron River, MI 49935
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906-265-4957
397 Brule Mountain Rd
Iron River, MI 49935
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