Adventure Center Activities
Find joy and fun year-round at The Highlands. At our four-season resort, families come together for a retreat from the ordinary. Whether you choose to enjoy a plethora of resort or area activities, The Highlands is your ideal home base.
Activity hours of operation vary by activity, and many require reservations. Please see individual activity pages for hours of availability.
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NEW: The Highlands Fall Color Segway Tour
Sept. 22 - Oct. 15
Glide through the colors of a northern Michigan fall on a Segway journey. The adventure begins on The Heather Express, your gateway to the top of the hill, where you and your friends will follow a guided tour through the woods to North Peak. -
NEW: Disc Golf
Open
Disc golf is the perfect activity for those looking to add a bit of excitement to their day. -
Mountain Biking
Open
Explore 22 miles of natural terrain at our mountain bike park for advanced and beginner riders with lift access to our Bike Park trails. -
Horseback Rides
Open
Take a tranquil horseback ride through our trail network. -
Scenic Chairlift Rides
Open
Claim a chair and experience the beauty - and the fun. -
TrackMan Range
Open
A new range experience that will seriously elevate your game. -
Hiking
Open
Take a trip along The Highlands North Peak Trail- a 1.5-mile easy trek to one of our favorite viewpoints overlooking the valley. On a clear sunny day, you can even spot the Mackinac Bridge. -
Swimming
An outdoor heated pool and a large hot tub; open year-round for all resort lodging guests to enjoy. -
Bonfires & S'mores
Head out to the back lawn and share stories with your family and friends while enjoying some delicious s'mores! -
Zipline Adventures
Closed
A Zipline Adventure is an all thrills, no skills activity for adventure seekers of all ages. Fly through the clear Michigan air! -
Kids Adventure Camp
Closed
Treat your camper to a summer experience they'll love. -
Morning Yoga
Closed
Start your day with a rejuvenating session of Yoga on the lawn. -
Outdoor Movies
Closed
Cozy up with a blanket at dusk and enjoy freshly made popcorn for Outdoor Movies on the back lawn! -
Local Area Attractions
The Highlands is your basecamp for northern Michigan area activities!
Winter Activities Highlight
Enjoy the beauty of a northern Michigan winter with our Adventure Center Winter Activities.
From horseback riding to Sno-Go bikes, there is something for everyone. Find your moment and experience a winter season like no other.