Press Releases

Ashley Curd and Skye Lemmen have joined Crystal Mountain as Group Sales Managers, bringing a wealth of experience and a shared passion for the region to their new roles. “Their impressive backgrounds, combined with their deep understanding of the meetings and events landscape and genuine passion for northern Michigan, make them invaluable additions," says Julie Oatman, Director of Sales.

After a successful ski and snowboard season, Crystal Mountain is extending the magic of winter with a hike and tube experience. "April Avalanche" is a unique two-day event that will offer snowy adventures, including snow tubing, as well as springtime activities, including golf. “Our talented grooming team will create an avalanche allowing us to build multiple snow tubing lanes," said Karyn Thorr, COO. "We are also planning some fun at the base of the slopes including a slopeside DJ, cookout and other mountain activities.”

Michigan Legacy Art Park invites art enthusiasts and community supporters to the annual Legacy Gala on Friday, August 15, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The fundraising event is a celebration of creativity and partnership and will be held inside the Crystal Center at Crystal Mountain. A highlight of the evening will be the presentation of the Michigan Legacy Art Park's distinguished Legacy Award to Chris and Jim MacInnes, the visionary stewards of Crystal Mountain, along with the Petritz family.

The Crystal Scholarship Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 scholarships, awarding a total of $23,000 to six exceptional individuals. The Crystal Scholarship Foundation was established to support the academic goals of Crystal Mountain employees and their dependents. Since February 2021, the foundation has awarded more than $100,000 to students.

A collaborative effort between Crystal Community Ski Club (CCSC), Detroit Outdoors, SOS Outreach, and Bus for Outdoor Access and Teaching (BOAT), is set to bring a group of students from Hamtramck High School to Crystal Mountain for an unforgettable winter adventure. The initiative is to break down socio-economic barriers and provide access to snowsports for students who might otherwise miss out on the joys of winter in Michigan.

Julie Oatman has been named the new Director of Sales at Crystal Mountain. Oatman comes to Crystal after working in sales for more than 25 years at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort in Mount Pleasant, Mich. She began as Corporate and Incentive Sales Manager in 1998 and was promoted to Director of Sales and Catering in 2017. Oatman will develop sales strategies, generate new business, conduct market research, lead and develop the sales team, and manage customer relationships as DOC at Crystal Mountain.

After nearly two feet of natural snowfall and more than 75 hours of snowmaking, Crystal Mountain is more than ready to welcome skiers and snowboarders to the slopes. The 2024-25 season kicks off Friday, Dec. 6. First chair celebration will be at noon sharp on the Crystal Clipper High-Speed Quad chairlift.

As the calendar flips to October it means snowmaking season is just about a month away. Learn what's new around the resort for winter 2024 - 25.

Before Crystal Mountain dons its white winter coat of snow, it’s wrapped in a vibrant tapestry of fall colors. Here are a few things to consider when planning your leaf-peeping trips to northern Michigan to see the fiery reds, deep oranges, and golden yellows that surround this four-season resort.

The NEW dual Crystal Coaster Alpine Slide will have you riding the Loki Quad chairlift to the top of the mountain, hopping on a specially designed sled, and cruising down two 1,600-foot-long curved tracks. You control the speed in this action-packed thrill ride with new tunnels, dips, high bank turns, and spectacular views.