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Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park - Porkies Winter Snowburst Carnival

Two kids stand in the snow, smiling and holding their cardboard sleds

Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park - Porkies Winter Snowburst Carnival

2026-02-21T08:00:00Z 2026-02-21T17:00:00Z Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park - Porkies Winter Snowburst Carnival

Join us for this free event. Access to our triple lift and tow rope is included with your lift ticket or season pass. Please note: A Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into the park. 

Youth Treasure Hunt (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Prize capsules hidden on the east side of the hill. Bring them to the Chalet A-Frame to collect your prizes! Game is complete when all prizes are gone. Two grand-prize winner.

Adult selfie scavenger hunt (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Follow the hints and take a selfie. Additional details posted at event. Two grand-prize winners will be randomly chosen from the photo uploads

Cardboard sled race (1 p.m.)
Supplies will be in the A-Frame beginning at 10 a.m. Construct a sled with cardboard and duct tape or bring a pre-made racer! Race age groups: 10  and under, 11 to 17 years and 18 years and older. Youth best in show prize.

Lunch special at Fireside Grill (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Homemade chili and cornbread! Wide variety of other goodies!

Beginner snowshoe hike (2 to 4 p.m.)
Learn the basics of snowshoeing; how to make your own trail, navigate obstacles and get up if you fall. Learn a bit about local wildlife along the way. Meet at the Snowshoe barn located on the ski hill open slope in front of chalet.

Retro ski outfit contest (2:30 p.m. judging)
Dig out your retro gear and show us what you’ve got! Show off your gear on the slopes all day! Meet on the deck in front of the A-Frame.
Youth (17 and under) adult categories.

Lantern-lit hike (6 to 8 p.m.)
Use 1-mile Superior Loop Trail across from the ski hill entrance. The loop will be lit by kerosene lanterns. Stop at the warming shelter for hot cocoa!

36672 M-107, Ontonagon, Michigan, 49953
Event Date

Start: February 21, 2026 8:00 AM

End: February 21, 2026 5:00 PM

Contact Information
Porkies Winter Sports Complex

Join us for this free event. Access to our triple lift and tow rope is included with your lift ticket or season pass. Please note: A Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into the park. 

Youth Treasure Hunt (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Prize capsules hidden on the east side of the hill. Bring them to the Chalet A-Frame to collect your prizes! Game is complete when all prizes are gone. Two grand-prize winner.

Adult selfie scavenger hunt (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Follow the hints and take a selfie. Additional details posted at event. Two grand-prize winners will be randomly chosen from the photo uploads

Cardboard sled race (1 p.m.)
Supplies will be in the A-Frame beginning at 10 a.m. Construct a sled with cardboard and duct tape or bring a pre-made racer! Race age groups: 10  and under, 11 to 17 years and 18 years and older. Youth best in show prize.

Lunch special at Fireside Grill (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Homemade chili and cornbread! Wide variety of other goodies!

Beginner snowshoe hike (2 to 4 p.m.)
Learn the basics of snowshoeing; how to make your own trail, navigate obstacles and get up if you fall. Learn a bit about local wildlife along the way. Meet at the Snowshoe barn located on the ski hill open slope in front of chalet.

Retro ski outfit contest (2:30 p.m. judging)
Dig out your retro gear and show us what you’ve got! Show off your gear on the slopes all day! Meet on the deck in front of the A-Frame.
Youth (17 and under) adult categories.

Lantern-lit hike (6 to 8 p.m.)
Use 1-mile Superior Loop Trail across from the ski hill entrance. The loop will be lit by kerosene lanterns. Stop at the warming shelter for hot cocoa!