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Hanson Hills – Skiing and Snowboarding

We are one of Northern Michigan’s hidden gems. Enjoy a great Family Atmosphere at a very affordable price.

Our Ski Area offers Downhill Skiing, Snowboarding, Tubing, Snow Shoe Trails, and over 35km of Groomed Nordic Ski Trails.

Ski and Snowboard Instruction Available:

The Hanson Hills Snow Sports School offers a variety of instructional programs that will help you learn to ski or simply make your skiing experience easier and more enjoyable. From learning the basics of turning and stopping; to taking on the challenge of the terrain park; or shaving seconds off your time in the race course, the snow pros at Hanson Hills can teach ski lessons to help you improve your skills and gain confidence on the slopes no matter what your age or skill.

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SESSION TUBING IS BACK!

Tubing at its finest is what you will find at Hanson Hills Recreation Area. Adjacent to our ski slopes, this fun filled activity is perfect for children and adults alike. Take an exhilarating ride down the slopes on a tube where you will end up at the base of the hill right next to the tow rope where you will be towed back to the top to do it again! After your one hour session, we guarantee you will be hooked!

Reservations recommended. (989-348-9266) x13

Full Payment is Due at time of Reservation

Reservations Must be cancelled 24hrs before your scheduled session to receive a full refund.

Hanson Hills Recreation Area
Grayling Recreation Authority
PO Box 361
Grayling, MI 49738
1-888-876-2196

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Cross Country Ski Headquarters – Roscommon

Located in Higgins Lake, Michigan. Cross Country Ski Headquarters is a Pure Michigan premier destination for cross country skiing in Michigan and the Midwest. It is the best source for cross country skis, equipment, clothing, cross country ski packages, and expertise. Located at 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653.

Cross Country Ski Headquarters: XC Ski Outfitters, Ski Area, Rentals and Day Lodge

Our Story

In the winter of 1974, Bob Frye opened a small cross country ski rental operation out of the shed of a Higgins Lake snowmobile repair shop. Thirty-eight years and multiple expansions later, Bob and his wife Lynne are still committed to the same goal with which they started: make cross country skiing fun and affordable for everyone.

The Cross Country Ski Headquarters is in the heart of Michigan’s cross country skiing mecca, with beautiful trails not just onsite, but all around us. This location, combined with Bob and Lynne’s decades of XC-ski knowledge and experience, makes the XC Ski HQ your premier resource for top-of-the-line service, equipment, clothing, and facilities. The business has grown from its humble beginnings to a vast retail store, a sprawling, meticulously maintained trail network, a large rental and demo facility, and a full-service café and day lodge – all completely dedicated to cross country skiing and, more recently, snowshoeing. We encourage our skiers to “try before you buy” when it comes to skis, boots, poles, and snowshoes, and we promise to help our customers create the best cross country skiing experience possible.

Come see why people from across Michigan and the Midwest return year after year to experience winter in a truly unique and memorable way. Our friendly and experienced staff, broad selection of equipment and apparel, and accommodating facilities make Cross Country Ski Headquarters a perfect getaway that is not only fun, but affordable.

So what are you waiting for? Come Ski With Us!

Your Best Source for Everything Cross Country

Cross Country Skiing is all we do. When the snow melts for good, we shut our doors and start planning for next winter. We eat, sleep, and breathe cross country skiing all spring, summer, fall, and winter, which is why we are truly the cross country skiing experts.

Skiers across the country and around the world have come to rely on our unbeatable customer service, excellent prices, and extensive selection from top brands including Salomon, Fischer, Rossignol, Atomic, Madshus and Alpina. We also offer a wide variety of carefully selected apparel, including items from North Face, Patagonia, Under Armour, Columbia, Sporthill, Brooks, Salomon, Swix, and more.

Whether you’re an elite racer, a novice, or somewhere in between, the expert crew at Cross Country Ski Headquarters will help you fulfill your XC skiing needs at the lowest price possible.

We are a…

Fischer Race Center
Fischer Speedmax Center
Fischer Carbonlite Demo Center
Salomon Race Center
Atomic Race Center
Alpina Race Boot Center

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Hanson Hills – Cross Country Ski Trails

Welcome to Hanson Hills Recreation Area located in Grayling, Michigan.

Hanson Hills offers over 35KM of wooded rolling terrain that is groomed daily 14’ wide with set track to accommodate both classical and skating styles.

Trail System opens Daily at 9:00am. Daily Trail Conditions

Featured Events

2018 Cote Dame Marie Loppet – January 20, 2018

The 2017 Cote Dame Marie Loppet is presented by The Grayling Recreation Authority.

This exciting Nordic Skiing Adventure will take you through the scenic hardwood trails of Hanson Hills Recreation Area, located in Grayling, Michigan.

Race Features:

Rolling Course with outstanding grooming

Professional Timing to ensure immediate and accurate results.

Michigan Cup Men’s Division-26km freestyle, and Women’s -13km freestyle Michigan Cup points events.

Free Saturday Afternoon Night Kids Race- 1-3km 1pm-2:00pm @ Northbound Outfitters.

Citizens Divisions-For those new to skiing, a 7.5 km course with both Skate and Classic categories. “Fun for All!!”

Custom Gift to the first 250 entrants.

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Hanson Hills Recreation Area
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PO Box 361
Grayling, MI 49738
1-888-876-2196

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What’s New This Year for the Cross Country Ski Trails at Hanson Hills

We are pleased to announce a few exciting changes to our Nordic Operations for the 2017-18 Season.

1.CLASSIC ONLY- We have added 5 kilometers to our Wilderness Trail making it a looped classic only adventure trail. With fun section names including Wanderlust, PB&J, Sunset Ridge and the soon to be famous Buck Snort!

2. SHORTCUT – We have opened a Service trail that could serve as a shortcut between the Red and the Green Trail to help our groomer/ski patrollers easily navigate trails without having to ride the whole system.

3. IN MEMORY OF –There will be a newer waxing bench added to our main lodge, the bench was donated from Michael Seaman’s Trust, this was his personal bench, that he prepped many ski’s on! We are honored to have this in memory of Mike and we hope you remember his athletic spirit as you prep your skis! We will also have envelopes for Mike’s Scholarship fund available in the lodge for all those who wish to donate!

4. GROOMER LOVE- We are adding an additional Bear Cat Groomer Special to our grooming fleet!

5. GOING THE DISTANCE- You will notice on our redesigned maps, point to point distances between colors!! Look for a new Trail Head (Coming Soon) signboard as well!

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Cross Country Ski Headquarters – Labor Day Weekend Clearance Sale! – August 30 to September 2, 2019

Don’t miss the biggest sale of the year at Cross Country Ski Headquarters!

CLEARANCE: 30-50% off closeout cross country ski jackets, pants, layering tops, insulated jackets, vests, fleece jackets and sweaters, kids clothing, boots, shoes, hats, gloves and more from…

CLEARANCE: Up to 50% off select Nordic skis, boots, poles, and ski packages from Fischer, Salomon, Rossignol, Atomic, and Alpina. Includes closeout classic skin skis, classic and skating race skis, race boots, rep samples, rental skis, and more

2020 SKI PACKAGE SALE: Shop this coming season’s line-up of XC ski packages, including recreational classic, high performance/skin classic, back country, skating, and junior packages, marked 15-35% OFF

RACE EQUIPMENT SALE: Shop new race equipment from Fischer and Salomon, including the new Fischer Speedmax 3D Skate Skis and Salomon S/Race Skin Skis – on SALE

WINTER CLOTHING SALE: Shop all new jackets, pants, fleece, hats and more, marked 10-20% OFF

GET FITTED BY A PRO: Stu, Mariah Bob, Lynne, and Erin (and Donnie) are at your service

Labor Day Weekend Store Hours:
Friday and Saturday 9:00am to 6:00pm
Sunday 10:00am to 5:00pm
Monday 9:00am to 4:00pm

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The clearance section is looking 👌👌👌 heading into the Labor Day Weekend Sale! Everything in this room will be 30-50% off!! We open Friday at 9am 😁 #labordayweekendclearancesale #smartwool #thenorthface #columbia #salomon #karitraa #kombigloves #woolrich @ Cross Country Ski Headquarters

What was hands down the most popular skin ski last season? The Fischer Twin Skin Superlite. Light, fast, and stable, this ski gets great glide and easy kick for endless fun on the snow. We have TONS in stock (and on sale), so come get fitted and take a pair home at the Labor Day Weekend Sale! #fischernordic #twinskin #

Why do customers love Columbia clothes for their kids? Because it LASTS. In our family, even after all 4 kids cycled through the same Columbia snow suit, it was still in great shape and was ready to be passed on to someone else. Check out our selection of girls and boys Columbia gear, including fleece and winter jackets, snow pants and boots, marked 10-50% off at the Labor Day Weekend Clearance Sale!

Behold, the most comfortable and best loved touring boot of all time: the Salomon Vitane (womens) and Escape (mens) Prolink boot. This warm, great-fitting boot is ideal for classic recreational skiing, and it comes standard or as an upgrade option in all of our recreational packages. Did we mention it’s on sale this weekend? Try a pair for yourself at the Labor Day Weekend Clearance Sale and see how happy your feet can be in a ski boot! @salomonnordic

This basket of over 100 Smartwool accessories is 3ft tall and weighs 38 lbs. And you know what? Every single piece is 50% off at the Labor Day Weekend Clearance Sale. Why? Because we 💚 you, of course. #smartwool #gofarfeelgood #merinowool #illtaketwoplease #perfectgift
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Guys, this Labor Day Weekend Clearance Sale is going to be so Kuhl. 😐 😂
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But seriously, you’re going to love this unique, beautifully crafted winter line from Kuhl. All of it is on Sale this Labor Day Weekend, so don’t miss it! @kuhl #LaborDayWeekendClearanceSale #ComeAndGetIt @ Cross Country Ski Headquarters

Presenting the ultimately beautiful merino collection from Kari Traa. This line features intelligent, body-mapped design, super soft feel, and gorgeous knots and patterns. Great for any fall or winter day. See it for yourself at the Labor Day Weekend Clearance Sale! @karitraa #LaborDayWeekendClearanceSale #karitraa #merino @ Cross Country Ski Headquarters

Have you seen the new North Face Mountain Sweatshirt 3.0? The fabric is out of this world- Like a silky soft smooth fleece-but-not-really-fleece pull over that is the epitome of light, warm and cozy. Perfect for fall and available in men’s and women’s, in pullovers and and full zip hoodies, multiple colors - get yours for 10% off at the Labor Day Weekend Sale!! #thenorthface #themountainsweatshirt #magicfabric @ Cross Country Ski Headquarters
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Cross Country Ski Headquarters – Labor Day Manitou Trail 5K – September 2, 2019

Join us for a 5K fun run along the Manitou Ski Trail! All proceeds go to the Roscommon High School Cross Country Running Team.

Cost: $25 – Includes free T-shirt (while supplies last) and post-race lunch

Registration: 9:00am
Race start: 10:00am

Age groups:
18 and younger
18-30
30-50
50+

Medals for overall male and female winner and for winner of each age group!

Labor Day Weekend Store Hours:
Friday and Saturday 9:00am to 6:00pm
Sunday 10:00am to 5:00pm
Monday 9:00am to 4:00pm

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Cross Country Ski Headquarters – Pre-Season Sale! – Sept. 5 – Nov. 3

We are open when we’re at the shop getting ready for our official season opening on Saturday, November 4th (we are there most weekdays throughout September and October), but you should call 800-832-2663 to make sure we’re there when you want to come shop.

Usually you can call the day of and we’ll be able to meet you at the shop, but at least a day’s notice is always helpful.

All of our skis and clothing are on sale, and you will get all the personal shopping help and ski sales assistance you need.

We can also take phone orders, and you may shop online at www.CrossCountrySki.com

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Cross Country Ski Headquarters – Bob Frye Inducted to Michigan Ski Hall of Fame!

We are honored to announce that Bob Frye, after 42 years in the cross country skiing industry, has been inducted to the Michigan Ski Hall of Fame!

The induction took place on Monday, August 22nd, at the Michigan Snowsports Industries Association annual meeting and dinner. Bob, founder of Cross Country Ski Headquarters, was honored for his “major contributions in areas of organization, promotion, or development of the skiing industry in Michigan.”

During his acceptance speech, Bob thanked all the people who have believed in the mission of Cross Country Ski Headquarters: help people have fun on the snow. He made a special thanks to his wife, Lynne, who joined him early on in the business, and without whom XC Ski HQ would not be what it is today. The ceremony was attended by many members of the Michigan and Midwest ski industry, as well as Lynne, his children, and other family members. If you’d like to read Bob’s story that was featured in the ceremony program, click here:

Let’s Celebrate!

Come say hello to Bob and the crew at the Labor Day Weekend Sale, Friday, September 2nd through Monday, September 5th! Sale hours are Friday and Saturday 9:00am to 6:00pm, Sunday 10:00am to 5:00pm, and Monday 10:00am to 4:00pm.

Also, stay tuned for a special reception to be planned for later in the season, so that we can celebrate when there’s snow on the ground.

Thanks to everyone for your support, and here’s to a great upcoming ski season!

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Hanson Hills – Cash Bash BYOP Doubles – Disc Golf Tournament – October 8, 2016

Cash Bash BYOP Doubles Cash Bash @ Hanson Hills Recreation Area – Presented by the Hanson Hills Disc Golf Club. Fundraiser for Hanson Hills Disc Golf Club.

2 Rounds of bring your own partner best shot doubles!
1st Round 24 Holes PDGA Course (Hill Course)
2nd Round 18 Holes Pine Knoll Course (Mixed Pin placement)

$70 OPEN Division; 70 percent Cash payout and $400 guaranteed Added Cash (possibly more with tentative sponsorship).

$60 Advanced Division(Individual Player ratings not to exceed 969) will have a 25 percent Cash Payout and 25 percent in Disc prizes.

$50 Recreation Division (Individual Player ratings not to exceed 899) will have disc prizes.

We will be paying out top 1/3 places in each Division.

Cashless registration, just leave your names, PDGA # and division in the comments section. This is an unsanctioned event but we will follow PDGA rules and guidelines.

Prices are for the team.

Optional Ace Pool, 50/50 CTP, and 50/50 Long Putt. Also we will have Division Skins. More info will be announced soon.

RUSTIC CAMPING Available for $5 per person.

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Cross Country Ski Headquarters – Season Opening Sale – October 26 & 27, 2019

Cross Country Ski Headquarters - Season Opening Sale We are open for the season starting Saturday, October 26th!

Shop the largest selection of 2019-20 ski equipment and winter clothing of the year at the Season Opening Sale. This includes skis, boots, bindings, and poles from Fischer, Salomon, Rossignol, Alpina, Atomic and Swix, plus complete ski packages on sale from 15-40% off, and starting at just $269.

Shop sales on winter clothing from The North Face, Columbia, Kuhl, Patagonia, Swix, Smartwool, Louis Garneau, Mountain Hardwear, Salomon, Sporthill, Kari Traa, Skhoop, Bjorn Daehlie, and more. Get fitted by a pro before the snow flies! Best of all, last year’s skis and clothing are on clearance for 30 to 50% off. Plus, this weekend only, ALL Turtle Fur Totally Tubular neck warmers are 50% off! Finally, the Roscommon Junior Nordic Ski Team will host a cider press and hot dog roast from 11am-2pm both days to raise money for their upcoming season.

Shop the sale, take a hike on the ski trails, then eat for a good cause!

Can’t wait until then? We’re open by appointment, plus pretty much every weekday! Just call 800-832-2663 and we’ll see you there. Or, shop online!

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