Hitting the Slopes & Trails in Benton Harbor

Benton Harbor, Michigan is perfect for people who love to slip on skis and enjoy the fantastic ski resorts and trails in the region. When you buy any of the Benton Harbor homes for sale this season, you will be pleased to know that some of the best skiing in the state is less than an hour away from your front door. 

Paradise for Downhill Skiers

• Swiss Valley Ski and Snowboard Area - 13421 Mann St., Jones
  Swiss Valley Ski and Snowboard Area is an ideal place for beginner skiers to master their skills. The runs aren't too steep, and the atmosphere is 100% family friendly. When you buy one of the Jones homes for sale this year, you are buying a home in Michigan that is not more than a few minutes away from the slopes.
  
  
• Timber Ridge Ski Area - 07500 23-1/2 St., Gobles
  Timber Ridge Ski Area is located just a short drive away from Jones and Benton Harbor, Michigan. The ski area is ideal for beginner and intermediate skiers. The mountain's eight runs are just the perfect length and slope for skiers who love greens and blues but aren't quite ready for the black diamonds. And, for those days when you would rather take it slow and go cross country, there are 15 trails nearby.
  
  
• Bittersweet Ski Resort - 600 River Road, Otsego
  Bittersweet Ski Resort is one of the largest and most renowned ski resorts in Michigan. Located in Ostego, the slopes are a mere hour drive from both Benton and Jones. That is just enough time to think about all the fresh powder covering the resorts 20 runs. The resort has runs for beginners, runs where intermediate skiers can hone their skills and runs where experts can show off the stuff they picked up while watching their Warren Miller video collection.        

Leisurely Cross-Country Rest and Relaxation

• Sarett Nature Center - 2300 N. Benton Center Road, Benton Harbor
  Sarett Nature Center features five miles of the most beautiful trails in the state. One reason people love the Benton Harbor homes for sale is the scenery in the area. One trip to the Sarett Nature Center is all it takes to discover just how spectacular Michigan is in the wintertime. When the skiing is done, and you are ready for a rest, the lodge has plenty of hot cocoa and a warm fire where you can relax and talk about everything you saw on your adventure.
  
  
• Grand Mere State Park - Thornton Drive, Stevensville
  Grand Mere State Park has 985 acres for you to explore. When you talk with our real estate agents about the beautiful Stevensville homes for sale, we will be happy to tell you more about this fantastic state park that's located right on the shores of Lake Michigan. Grand Mere State Park has many features that are unique to the park and the views of the lake in the wintertime are some of the best in the state.
  
  
• Love Creek Nature Center - Berrien County - 9292 Huckleberry Road, Berrien Center
  Love Creek Nature Center might be the best place in Michigan to enjoy cross-country skiing. With five miles of trails, there is plenty to see and discover. The trails feature plenty of open space for beginners and some challenging trails that course through the woods. The trails are well-groomed in the winter and feature a cross-country ski skating lane which makes it easy for you to see just how fast you can cruise along.

Our real estate agents can help you save a bundle on your new home; a bundle you can use to treat the whole family to a new set of skis this winter. When you are ready to buy a home in Benton Harbor, Jones, or Stevensville, contact Cressy & Everett Real Estate, and we will help you find the perfect home for you and your family.