Midwest Family Ski Resorts Invite Guests to See Fall in Full Color Across Three Midwest Destinations

Scenic Gondola and Chairlift Rides and Fall Programming Available at Lutsen Mountains, Snowriver Mountain Resort, and Granite Peak

GRANITE PEAK, WI, UNITED STATES, August 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — With fall colors expected to peak across the Midwest in September and October, Granite Peak (Wisconsin), Lutsen Mountains (Minnesota), and Snowriver Mountain Resort (Michigan’s Upper Peninsula) are each offering scenic chairlift and gondola rides, giving guests panoramic autumn views and easy access to some of the region’s best hiking trails.

“Our mountains are just as beautiful in the fall as they are covered in snow,” said Charles Skinner, President and Owner of Midwest Family Ski Resorts. “Between the scenic rides, the trails, and just being out in that kind of color, fall is one of the most spectacular times to visit our resorts. It’s the perfect time for families to slow down and spend a weekend outside together.”

At Granite Peak in Wisconsin, guests can ride to the highest lift-served vantage point in the state and take in Rib Mountain’s autumn color from above. There’s a 60-foot observation tower at the top, where miles of color stretch out in every direction. Scenic chairlift rides run September 25 through October 25, 2026, with more dates added if weather allows.

At Snowriver Mountain Resort in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, guests can take in sweeping views of the season’s color aboard the Voyageur Express, the U.P.’s only high-speed lift. Fall rides are available weekends (Friday – Sunday) September 11 – October 16, 2026. Guests looking to experience the beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula can take advantage of the U.P. Getaway Package, available through October 31, 2026. The package includes a 10% discount on two-night stays, while guests who extend their visit to three nights or more will enjoy 20% savings on lodging. All packages feature complimentary daily breakfast at Legacy at Jackson Creek.

At Lutsen Mountains on Minnesota’s North Shore, foliage-seekers can enjoy one of the best views in the state from the Summit Gondola, which travels from the main base area to Moose Mountain above the Poplar River valley, with expansive views of the Sawtooth Mountains and Lake Superior. Guests can stop for a snack, lunch, or drink inside or out on the deck of Summit Chalet overlooking the lake. The gondola runs daily now through October 18, plus October 24 and 31, with extended hours from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on September 19 and 26 and October 3 and 10.

For guests who want to make their gondola ride extra special, Lutsen’s Signature Gondola Experience offers priority boarding, a private gondola car, and VIP touches including a complimentary drink voucher, sweet treat token and limited edition 2026 Gondola gift bag.

Lutsen’s Alpine Slide pairs a scenic chairlift ride up with a half mile of banked curves and quick turns on the way down. It runs fall weekends, September 12 and 13, 19 and 20, and 26 and 27, and October 3 and 4, 10 and 11, and 16 through 18. Afterward, guests can wind down with live music at Charlie’s Alpine Bistro nightly every Friday through Tuesday.

About Midwest Family Ski Resorts
Midwest Family Ski Resorts is a premier operator of three iconic ski areas in the upper Midwest: Granite Peak (WI), Lutsen Mountains (MN), and Snowriver Mountain Resort (MI). Known for their family-friendly environment and dedication to delivering unforgettable winter adventures, Midwest Family Ski Resorts offers legendary experiences across all three resorts. With a focus on exceptional service, state-of-the-art facilities, and a passion for winter sports, Midwest Family Ski Resorts properties are the go-to destinations for skiers and snowboarders of all levels throughout the Midwest.

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