Caberfae Peaks Webcam — Live Stream from Michigan Ski Resort

The History of One of Michigan's Oldest Resorts

Caberfae Peaks Ski Resort is a place with nearly a century of history. It officially opened in January 1937, making it one of the oldest ski resorts in the United States. The name "Caberfae" has Gaelic roots and translates to "stag's head" — a nod to the region's Scottish heritage.

By the mid-1950s, the resort was already considered Michigan's largest winter sports area. Caberfae Peaks owes its early development to an innovative approach to snow — it began using snowmaking systems a decade ahead of its competitors. Since 1981, the resort has been owned by the Meyer family — brothers Tim and Jack Meyer purchased it and continue to develop it as a family business.

Slopes and Lifts: North Peak and South Peak

The resort is divided into two main areas. South Peak opened in 1983 and was fully completed by 1986. North Peak came later — in 1992 — and it is this area that is visible on the webcam. The central artery of this zone is the North Peak Quad chairlift, a four-person lift spanning 1,699 feet that carries skiers and snowboarders up the snowy slope.

The slopes at Caberfae Peaks feature trails of varying difficulty — from green runs for beginners to black runs for experienced riders. At the base, there are lift stations with lodges where queues form before ascending. Information boards help visitors navigate the schedule and trail conditions.

Snow and Snowmaking System

The resort is located in the so-called lake effect zone — cold air masses passing over the warm waters of Lake Michigan generate heavy snowfall. Over the season, Caberfae Peaks receives nearly 12 feet (about 3.7 meters) of natural snow. But nature can be fickle, and in low-snow years, technology comes to the rescue.

The snowmaking system at the resort covers 100% of the terrain. Interestingly, snow generation technology was patented as early as 1963 — Caberfae Peaks became a pioneer in this field, outpacing competitors by a decade. The snow guns visible on the camera to the right operate in automatic mode, maintaining ideal trail conditions even when natural precipitation is insufficient.

Night Skiing and Slope Lighting

One of Caberfae Peaks' distinctive features is the ability to ski after dark. Night skiing is available at the resort, and in 2024, lighting was added to the Meadows area, expanding the night skiing zone by 30 acres. Lift operating hours for night skiing run until 8:00 PM or 9:00 PM depending on the day of the week. This makes the resort appealing to those who want to combine daytime activities with evening slope time.

If you watch the webcam in the evening, you can see how artificial lighting transforms the slopes — the trails are illuminated, creating a special atmosphere. Skiers and snowboarders descend through lit corridors while snow guns continue their work, preparing the slopes for the next day.

How to Get to Caberfae Peaks from Cadillac

The resort is located near the city of Cadillac — the county seat of Wexford County in the northwestern part of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. The exact address is: 1 Caberfae Lane, Cadillac, MI 49601. You can reach it by car via M-55 or M-115 highways — the drive from downtown Cadillac takes about 20-30 minutes depending on weather conditions.

For those traveling from farther away, the nearest major airport is in Traverse City (Cherry Capital Airport), about an hour's drive away. You can also fly into Grand Rapids (Gerald R. Ford International Airport) and drive from there in about 2 to 2.5 hours. The resort has parking for guests, and in winter, it is recommended to use vehicles with all-wheel drive or tire chains.

What You Can See on the Camera

The Caberfae Peaks webcam broadcasts a live feed with a view of the ski resort in real time. In the center of the frame are snowy slopes with chairlifts stretching upward. Signs at the base display the inscription "NORTH PEAK QUAD" — this is the four-person chairlift, the main transport artery of the resort's northern zone.

On the slope, you can watch skiers and snowboarders descending the trails and gathering at the base. At the bottom, there are lift stations with lodges, information boards, and queues of people. All around stretches a snow-covered forest with bare trees dusted with frost — a typical winter landscape of northern Michigan. To the right, you can see the snow curtain created by snow guns — part of the snowmaking system that covers 100% of the resort's terrain.

The camera operates in real time, allowing you to assess slope congestion, trail conditions, and weather before heading to the resort. This is especially useful on holidays and weekends when visitor numbers increase significantly.