Swiss Valley Ski Lodge Snow Report
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Swiss Valley Ski Lodge
Swiss Valley Ski Lodge in Michigan offers skiers and snowboarders 11 trails with varying levels of difficulty, including the challenging "Lombard" and the beginner-friendly "Sunny Side." The resort also features a terrain park, tubing hills, and snowshoeing trails. A little-known fact is that Swiss Valley has been operating since the 1960s and was one of the first ski resorts in Michigan to use snowmaking equipment. For beginners, the "Bunny Run" trail provides a gentle slope for learning the basics. After a day on the slopes, the Swiss Valley Bar and Grille is the perfect spot for après-ski drinks, featuring a cozy fireplace and live music on weekends.
Terrain mix: The Swiss Valley Ski Lodge in Michigan is located in the vicinity of the Swiss Valley Ski Area, which is a small ski resort known for its family-friendly atmosphere and beginner-friendly slopes.
The ski resort does not feature any significant mountain ranges or mountain aspects, as it is situated in a relatively flat area of southwestern Michigan. The highest point at the resort is only about 500 feet above sea level. Despite its lack of dramatic elevation changes, Swiss Valley Ski Lodge offers a variety of ski and snowboard runs, as well as a terrain park for more advanced riders.
Overall, Swiss Valley Ski Lodge is a popular destination for local skiers and snowboarders looking for a convenient and affordable winter sports experience in the Midwest.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
What forecasters are seeing
Plain-English forecast narrative from the local NWS office. Issued by NWS GRR.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Swiss Valley Ski Lodge -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Other ski areas
- Timber Ridge Ski Area
- Bittersweet Ski Area
- Pines Peak Family Ski Area
- Cannonsburg Ski Area
- Mulligan's Hollow Ski Bowl
Campgrounds
- Camelot Campground
- Shady Point Campground
- Lakeside Campground
- Cranberry Lake Campground
- Wood Lake Scout Reservation
- Camp Friedenswald
Fishing spots
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Swiss Valley Ski Lodge in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Swiss Valley Ski Lodge reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Swiss Valley Ski Lodge
Where does the snow data for Swiss Valley Ski Lodge come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Swiss Valley Ski Lodge?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Swiss Valley Ski Lodge?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Swiss Valley Ski Lodge.