See Fall From Here

Changing colors are just the beginning. Enjoy scenic chairlift rides, outdoor adventures, and fall days at The Highlands.

A Family Tradition in Northern Michigan

The Highlands provides an idyllic setting in charming Harbor Springs, Michigan. This Boyne owned resort offers the ultimate northern Michigan experience with heartfelt hospitality where adventure meets relaxation. For over 60 years, The Highlands has been delighting vacationing guests with its all-season allure. 

Start Planning Your Trip

  • Make Memories
    The Highlands Harvest Fest

    Events

    Enjoy the Festivities.

  • Trail Time
    A woman on a mountain bike at The Highlands

    Bike Park

    Lift-Served Laps & 22 Miles of Trails.

  • Save
    A skier in deep powder at The Highlands

    Lift Tickets

    Buy Early & Save on Lift Tickets.

  • Plan Ahead
    A drone shot of The Highlands Main Lodge in winter

    Lodging

    Think Snow & Plan Your Winter Stay.

Golf at The Highlands

Grab your family or your best golfing partner while making rounds on four incredible championship courses: Arthur Hills, Donald Ross Memorial, The Heather, and The Moor.

Be sure to play on Doon Brae: our par 3 short course for families, friends, and twilight tee shots.

2026/27 Passes On Sale

Plan Your Future Snow Days

Lock in your pass at the lowest prices of the season and be set before next winter's snow flies.

A main lodge king bed
Heart of Northern Michigan

Experience It All

Stay at The Highlands and put yourself at the center of northern Michigan adventure. Skiing, championship golf, mountain biking, boating, shopping, beaches—we are your ideal home base for it all.

Our Harbor Springs location places you close to Petoskey, Mackinaw City, Bay Harbor, Walloon Lake, and Charlevoix, making it easy to explore the best of the region.

Activities For Everyone

Find joy and fun year-round at The Highlands. Get your turns on some of the best terrain in Michigan, enjoy seasonal events, and take in the sights.

  • Women bikers posing in front of The Highlands sign

    Resort Events

    Where Memories are Made

    You can check out the list of special events - there is always something fun to do during your stay or to plan ahead for.

  • A mountain bikers on the Dirty Dancing Bike Trail

    Our Terrain

    Explore The Trails

    Find your moments of freedom on The Highlands trails in any season.

  • Year-Round Fun

    Activities

    Go Explore

    At The Highlands, embrace the excitement of every season, ranging from mountain biking to golf, cross-country skiing, and more.

  • Burger and Fries

    Food as Fuel

    Dining Options

    Our resort offers casual and semi-casual resort dining options- from the best pizza in town to steak dinners and patio time.

Discover Fall

Make The Highlands your home base.

A drone shot of Heather Highlands Inn in fall
Drone shot of sunrise over the golf courses
Scenic chairlift riders during fall at The Highlands
Drone shot of the Main Lodge exterior during fall

Absolutely an amazing place to stay with great mountain biking, pools, trails, and food. A great family trip!

A bike at The Highlands
A couple smiling and waving on a chairlift during fall
The Highlands Harvest Fest
The Highlands Harvest Fest