Valley Spur is a favorite Alger County destination for cross-country skiers and snowshoers in the winter. The 27-mile trail system is groomed daily or as needed for both skate and classic ski from December through March. Valley spur consists of 10 loops varying in level in the Hiawatha National Forest and provides a variety of beautiful and serene scenery. Most of these loops are used for mountain biking and hiking trails in the summertime
The Snowman Snowshoe Trail at Valley Spur is a 1.8-mile loop of moderate difficulty. Since the course can be challenging at times, it helps to have crampon-style snowshoes, but it’s not mandatory. Valley Spur is located off M-94, approximately 5 miles west of Munising. A trail map is posted in the lodge at the trailhead, throughout the trail system, and is also available online.
Valley Spur Taste & Glide
The annual Valley Spur Taste & Glide event will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, starting at 11 am and going until 3 pm. Participants can either ski, snowshoe, snow bike, or just come and enjoy the food. There will be a huge buffet inside the lodge, along with several outdoor locations of food to graze on. Enjoy singing along with Chris Valenti in the lodge. The cost is $30, or $25 for people who possess a Season Pass. Cost for children age 10 and under is $10. You can pay this on the day of the event with cash or check. So gather up your friends and family and head out to Valley Spur for some tasting and some gliding.
