Upson, Wisconsin — Wisconsin skiers were concerned last year by a ski resort’s bankruptcy. Whitecap Mountains Resort filed for bankruptcy last year after two dry and warm ski seasons. While typically known as one of the snowiest ski resorts in the state, this situation put them in a tough spot. As a result, they officially filed for bankruptcy late last year. However, it was under Chapter 11 bankruptcy, which typically results in businesses exiting with a new financial strategy.
Good news on the process came on July 8th, as the Wisconsin ski resort has exited Chapter 11 bankruptcy with a new financial plan. While not specified, they are clearly in a better financial position than in 2025.
Add in the fact that the ski resort is joining the Indy Pass for next winter, and the future looks bright for Whitecap.
About Whitecap Mountains Resort
Whitecap Mountains Resort features 43 trails, 6 lifts (an additional chairlift is standing but not operating), 400 skiable acres, and a vertical drop of 455 feet. During the summertime, the ski resort hosts ATV riders across its trail network and offers waterfall tours. There is also a plentiful number of lodging options.
It was also at one point the largest ski resort in the state, but that title now belongs to Granite Peak. Whitecap Mountains is regarded as the snowiest ski resort in the state, averaging 200 inches of snow. However, the past several years prior to the 2025-26 were tough sledding.
Situated near the border of Wisconsin and the Northern Peninsula of Michigan, its remote location has been one of the things they’ve had to contend with for decades. The other problem is with its facilities. In 2019, the base lodge was destroyed by fire. A new base lodge has yet to be built.
Image/Video Credits: Whitecap Mountains Resort, Skiers and Snowboarders of the Midwest
