John & Melissa Besse Sports Park
Peak Elevation
748 ft
228 m
Vertical Drop
105 ft
32 m
Skiable Area
25 ac
10 ha
Avg Snowfall
52 in
132 cm
Lifts
4
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About
The John & Melissa Besse Sports Park is a community recreation area located in Gladstone, Michigan, offering downhill skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing. The facility features a small number of runs served by surface lifts and includes a chalet for visitors. It serves as a popular local destination for winter sports and family-friendly outdoor activities in the Upper Peninsula.
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Operated by City of Gladstone
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does John & Melissa Besse Sports Park have?
John & Melissa Besse Sports Park has 4 ski lifts.
What is the vertical drop at John & Melissa Besse Sports Park?
John & Melissa Besse Sports Park has a vertical drop of 105 feet (32 meters).
What is the peak elevation of John & Melissa Besse Sports Park?
The summit of John & Melissa Besse Sports Park sits at 748 feet (228 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does John & Melissa Besse Sports Park have?
John & Melissa Besse Sports Park has 6 marked trails, totaling roughly 0.37 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at John & Melissa Besse Sports Park?
John & Melissa Besse Sports Park covers 25 acres (10 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does John & Melissa Besse Sports Park offer night skiing?
Yes, John & Melissa Besse Sports Park offers night skiing. Hours and trail availability vary by season, so check the official website for current schedules.
Does John & Melissa Besse Sports Park have snowmaking?
Yes, John & Melissa Besse Sports Park has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does John & Melissa Besse Sports Park get each year?
John & Melissa Besse Sports Park averages around 52 inches (132 cm) of snowfall per season.