Ridges – Hiking & Ski Tours
Spring, Summer, and Fall
Hiking at Ridges offers private, guided hikes through ever-changing seasonal landscapes — from spring wildflowers and summer streams to vibrant fall colors and wildlife sightings. Tours are customized to your group’s pace, from peaceful nature walks to more challenging hikes with elevation changes.
Each 2–3 hour experience includes access to ridges, valleys, meadows, streams, and ponds in a quiet, crowd-free setting perfect for photos, reflection, or simply unplugging from everyday life. Tours run in most weather conditions except thunderstorms. Please note there are no restrooms on site.
Winter
Located near Lake Michigan in a lake-effect snow belt, Ridges offers private guided backcountry cross-country ski tours through quiet winter landscapes and fresh powder. Guests bring their own equipment, as trails are ungroomed and guides break trail as needed for an authentic experience with climbs, descents, and scenic routes.
Basic skiing skills and moderate fitness are recommended, with tours customized to your group’s pace and ability. Like all Ridges experiences, winter tours focus on fresh air, self-powered adventure, and unplugging in nature.