Trails: Shanty Creek Resorts grooms 30 km (18 miles) of trails cross-country skiing (skate and classic), and there are 6 km of lighted trail for night skiing. A main trail around the resort links together the three resort villages and several shorter loops. Shanty Creek hosts the annual White Pine Stampede cross-country ski race in February from Mancelona to the resort. Trail fees: Adults & teens $12 (winter 2008-9)) Tel: 616-533-8621, 1-800-678-4111 Snow report: Trail conditions are posted on the resort's website Nearest town: Bellaire, MI Web site:Shanty Creek Resort Trail map: Available at the resort and on the resort's website Equipment rentals: XC ski equipment and snowshoes Ski lessons: XC ski lessons for kids and adults Other winter activities: Alpine skiing & snowboarding, skating, sleigh rides, snowshoeing, snowtubing Facilities: Day lodge, cafeteria, restaurant, bar, spa, child care Lodging on site: There are 600 rooms and condos in three villages at the resort. Lodging nearby: Mancelona has several resorts and other accommodations Tourism info:Belleaire Chamber Weather forecast:Mancelona Location of trails: Shanty Creek Resorts is about 5 miles west of Mancelona. Take M-88 west to the resort's main entrance (Del Mason Road) then follow the signs to Cedar River Village. The nordic center is located at Cedar River Snowsports Center in the the lower level of The Lodge at Cedar River. Map of local region:Shanty Creek Resorts