Boyne Mountain Resorts in Boyne Falls has opened Iglu Boyne Mountain, a mountaintop bar carved entirely from snow and ice.
Located at Disciples Overlook between Disciples 8 and SkyBridge Michigan, Iglu offers guests an immersive experience that transforms traditional après ski into a gathering spot among the clouds.
Inspired by centuries-old European alpine tradition and crafted by Austrian master builders, the structure is a genuine feat of winter architecture — a handcrafted igloo carved from a massive snow mound featuring ice artistry and an intimate bar — part Tyrolean alpine hut and part childhood snow fort fantasy.
It’s not as elaborate as the ice palace in the James Bond film, “Die Another Day,” but it does bring a new level of hospitality and recreation to northern Michigan.
“Iglu represents everything we love about mountain culture,” says Kari Roder, director of marketing at Boyne Mountain Resort. “It’s about gathering together, celebrating winter, and creating experiences that people remember long after the snow melts.
“When you step inside and see the carved ice walls glowing, the fur blankets draped over ice benches, and hear the buzz of conversation and music, that’s when you realize this is something really special.”
Iglu Boyne Mountain is the first in Michigan, joining Boyne Resorts’ sister properties in Maine and Montana in offering this distinctive alpine experience. The venue welcomes all ages inside and also features an outdoor walk-up bar and fire pits for warming up between runs or rounds.
Iglu is open Wed.-Thurs. from 4 to 8 p.m. and Fri.-Sun. from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Operating hours are weather dependent, as the natural snow structure’s condition may vary.
Skiers can access Iglu Boyne Mountain from the Disciples 8 and Alpine chairlifts, while non-skiers will find it steps away from SkyBridge Michigan. Guests are encouraged to dress warmly.
The curated beverage menu features specialty drinks like Aperol Spritz (with $1 from each purchase benefiting the Boyne Forever Foundation) and traditional Glühwein, premium champagne and rosé, plus local craft beer from northern Michigan favorites.
Non-alcoholic options also are available. The cashless venue accepts all major credit cards and mobile payments.
For more information, visit Iglu Boyne Mountain.
Boyne Mountain Resort opened in 1948, and over the years has offered many industry firsts in snowmaking and lift innovation.
Boyne Mountain is a member of the Boyne Resorts family of resorts and attractions. To learn more, visit boynemountain.com.
