Superior Highland Backcountry

We see the creation of backcountry ski areas in our region as an excellent way to weave stewardship, human health and enjoyment, and economic vitality together into a single effort. Thru community support we seek to be stewards of the environment thanks to your interest and support from Midwestern skiers.

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Welcome Backcountry Skiers


Hut to Hut System Information

Picture a classic Northwoods log cabin, handbuilt, at the top of a snow-covered hill. Add a view of Lake Superior, a cozy woodstove and bunks, and a pair of sick powder skis. Best vacation ever!

Our destination here at SHB is a hut-to-hut trail system. As we identify, obtain access to, and designate each Glade, we intend to erect a hut at the summit. These will be connected by trails, designed for ease of travel from Glade to Glade. Beginning in Finland and ending in Lutsen, this vision is the pinnacle of our inspiration.

Our grand vision for skiers and winter travel enthusiasts of the North Shore is to create a Hut-to-Hut trail system. Our current plan outlines skiable areas along a travel route from Finland to Lutsen. Finland Glades is up and running, and Moose Glades is in the permitting stage. Plans for permitted huts are next up on deck.

Join us to build a Hut-to-Hut system along the Lake Superior Highlands!

THANK YOU!

From the snowy trees of the North Woods, I want to thank you so much for your previous contribution to backcountry skiing in our hills and mountains! We are moving our projects forward one by one entirely due to support from our fellow skiers and woods enthusiasts who have donated their time and money! We think of you often and with much gratitude!

We also want to thank our Sponsors for helping make this possible. Want to be a Sponsor?

2025 New Donations

Help us reach our goal of 300 new Donations.

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Renewing members
49

(donation count)

Plans for 2025/2026

On The Ground

  • Continue the application process for glading at Raven’s Ridge
  • Provide the next set of detailed information requested by the Forest Service, for a recreational use management partnership for Moose Mountain
  • Apply to expand Finland Glades and erect our first hut, as County timelines allow
  • Do annual maintenance on Finland Glades; including a fun weekend of brush cutting in the fall, and paying the plow guy no small amount throughout the shreddy season.

Community

  • Initiate Equipment Affordability Pilot Project
  • Offer our annual community engagement events and classes

Organization

  • Create a paid Executive Director position
  • Create a 3-year strategic plan

Read the latest Letter to our Supporters!

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By its nature, quality backcountry skiing requires beautiful, aesthetic locations. Here at Superior Highland Backcountry we are skiers and environmental conservationists. We see the creation of backcountry ski areas in our region as an excellent way to weave stewardship, human health and enjoyment, and economic vitality together into a single effort. We are skiers, who will pursue the powder each year as long as our legs will carry us. And we are stewards of our land, for as long as our voices can speak for it.

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Connect With Others

We want to build a vibrant online community for our friends and donors.

Here are a few ways to connect – Facebook and Whats App. Use the links below to join our Backcountry Ski communities! Or visit our Community page for more details.

Additionally, you can also check out the Powder Project where you can map your ascent and see where others have been!

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