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2/16 Glorious skiing with my son! Fantastic conditions all weekend.   No morning lift lines heck of a holiday weekend!!    Oh and Happy Birthday Mom 

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Spanning the vast Schuss Mountain, Shanty Creek Resort offers 42 runs of thrilling fun! With out-the-door access and rentals all in one place, skiing at Schuss Mountain is as easy as hopping out of bed and onto the slopes.
Looking for a Midwest thrill ride? Blast down the face of Schuss Mountain on Kingdom Come. It&rsquo;ll have you bending the knee in allegiance. Trust.
Prefer to get lost in the beauty of the winter wonderland around you? Cruise along slopes like Queen&rsquo;s Corner or Mellow Yellow to slow down and take it all in.
Located in picturesque Northern Michigan, Schuss Mountain gives skiers a perfect view of the rolling hills and Chain-of-Lakes that keep people coming back time and time again. Shanty Creek Resort is a great destination for families, and if alpine skiing is not your thing they have you covered. Enjoy their snow tubing, snowshoeing, snow glide tours, fat tire biking, and cross-country skiing across their expansive property.
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Where is Schuss Mountain at Shanty Creek Located?
Just 37 miles northeast of Traverse City, MI. Its quiet atmosphere makes the perfect escape for any Michigan vacation.

Schuss Mountain at Shanty Creek Resorts is nestled in Bellaire, Michigan, and is easily accessible by car from several major Midwestern cities. The nearest major airport is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) in Traverse City, approximately 45 minutes away by car. This airport offers daily service from major hubs including Detroit, Chicago, and Minneapolis. From TVC, visitors can rent a car for a scenic drive or check with local shuttle providers like Benzie Bus or Cherry Capital Cab for transport to the resort. For those traveling from Detroit or Grand Rapids, the drive takes roughly 4&ndash;4.5 hours via I-75 and US-131.
Once on-site, guests benefit from free parking and a complimentary resort shuttle that connects Schuss Mountain with the other villages within Shanty Creek Resorts. While there is no public transit directly to the mountain, the ease of car access and on-site transportation makes getting around simple.

Shanty Creek Resort and its ski facilities offer a variety of lodging options ranging from guest rooms to home rentals.
Nestled at the bottom of the north face of Schuss Mountain, Cedar River Village is Schuss Mountain&rsquo;s hidden sanctuary. It&rsquo;s all-suite hotel, The Lodge at Cedar River, includes out-the-door access to the slopes, making ski trips a breeze.
Summit Village&rsquo;s Lakeview Hotel peaks out from Antrim County&rsquo;s hillside, offering panoramic views of Lake Bellaire.
Schuss Village is at the heart of all the action. Just steps away from the foot of Schuss Mountain, home rentals are available and are perfect for large groups or family travel.

<h3>Breakfast</h3>
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<li>Toonie&rsquo;s Fish &amp; Steak House serves up a hearty, inexpensive breakfast from pancakes to eggs any style to build your own omelets. 216 N Bridge Street, Bellaire, MI 49615</li>
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<h3>Lunch</h3>
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<li>A fast-casual sandwich shop, the Lunch Box has been around for more than 25 years, and it serves up soups, salads and amazing sandwiches. 106 E Cayuga Street, Bellaire, MI 49615</li>
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<h3>Dinner</h3>
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<li>The Pelican&rsquo;s Nest Restaurant serves up all your favorite American fare, including burgers, nachos and wings. 5085 Shanty Creek Road, Bellaire, MI 49615</li>
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<h3>Apr&egrave;s/Nightlife</h3>
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<li>At the base of Schuss Mountain, Ivan&rsquo;s Cafe is the premier apr&egrave;s-ski location on the mountain. 1826 Schuss Mountain Lane, Mancelona, MI 49659</li>
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Schuss Mountain offers a variety of terrains across its 42 slopes for skiers to explore. From advanced slopes to gentle hills for beginners, as well as the vast cross-country trail system, Shanty Creek Resort&rsquo;s 80 acres of skiable terrain can't be missed.

Equipment, rental, and lessons for all ability levels are available at Cedar River Village posted at the base of Schuss Mountain&rsquo;s north face. There the Skibra (zebra-printed shuttle) can transport beginners to the Elf Buster beginner hill for easy access to the magic carpet.

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