It's Time To Plan Your Winter Getaway!

With no shortage of cold weather activities, the Cadillac area is your first chance at “Up North” winter fun!

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STAY IN CADILLAC

We have a mix of resorts, hotels, motels, cabins & campgrounds in all seasons! Find the one right for you.

TRAIL UPDATES

Get the latest reports as winter ramps up and we prepare for the snowy season!

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Caberfae Ski Conditions

UPDATED DAILY!

MacKenzie XC Ski Trail

UPDATED 12/12/24:

We gave grooming a shot today and had to turn around because we were doing more harm than good. Once this snow settles into base and if we get another dump next week we’ll give it another pull. Trail conditions are great if you like breaking trail. Not so much if you are expecting to glide. Please excuse the mess of groomer tracks near the 38 Rd. trailhead! Learn more about the MacKenzie Trail here.

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Ice Fishing Report

UPDATED 12/18/24

LAKES ARE NOT SAFE!

Latest Update

All of the snow on Lakes Cadillac & Mitchell is gone. Areas that had snow cover converted to slush and then to white ice. As long as we don't get any major snowfall, we should be making ice over the next few days. Everybody stay safe! Learn more at Pilgrim Village Fishing Shop!

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Snowmobile Report

UPDATED: 12/16/24

TRAIL BASE: 0
TRAIL CONDITIONS:
Poor

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Cadillac Pathway

UPDATED 12/16/24

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 WINTER STORIES

Read the latest on what makes the Cadillac area special this time of year!

Experience the Cozy Cabin Life this Winter in Cadillac

If you’re looking for a unique sleep-away experience, check out one of the many cabin style options right here in Cadillac! Our local hotels are convenient, but if you are looking for more of a home away from home experience there are some great options for families,...

Winter Fun at the Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center Center

Winter hikes, ice fishing classes and more! The Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center, at the popular Mitchell State Park, offers a range of programs for all ages. Visitors are greeted by a 500 gallon aquarium showcasing the fish of Lake Mitchell and Lake...

Winter Paddling The Pine

Northern Michigan is packed with fun things to do and the winter season doesn't slow us down! Jake and Alaney Miltner at Pine River Paddlesports have pioneered a new way to enjoy The Pine River which see’s thousands of paddlers every summer and now you can enjoy the...

Winter Hiking The Manistee River Trail

For years, I've been winter backpacking all over the county from Utah to Maine! But the scenic trails we have right here at home are some of the best I've ever had the pleasure of exploring. My most recent winter hike with friends is a tradition that we try to plan...

WINTER FUN IN CADILLAC

It’s not too early to start planning your stay! There are so many ways to enjoy Winter in the Cadillac area.

GRAB A MAP

We have maps for every trail and season!

Explore our website to find more, but here are some popular ones to get you started.

MILES OF MULTI-USE 4 SEASON TRAILS

TRAILS WITHIN 20 MINUTES OF DOWNTOWN

LOCAL EVENTS

Explore our events calendar to see what’s happening in Cadillac this week!