Started in 1960 as Little Switzerland, the area was purchased by the current owners in 1968. In 1978, they greatly expanded the terrain and raised the summit to 225 ft. Swiss Valley currently boasts superb snowmaking, great terrain parks and well-stocked rental facilities and shop. They have 2 quad and 1 triple chair and 4 ropes.
On Dec. 30, 1976, The Cass City Chronicle printed the AAA 1977 Guide to Michigan’s 58 Ski Areas which listed Swiss Valley as having 2 bars (Poma, T-Bar or J-Bar), 10 ropes and 13 runs.
