Unique Experiences
5 Free Rides for Copper Peak-Ironwood, MI
- Item Number
- 215
- Estimated Value
- 125 USD
- Sold
- 45 USD to gdeb793ff
- Number of Bids
- 2 - Bid History
Item Description
Five certificates that entitles each holder to one free admission chairlift and elevator ride.
Copper Peak is the largest artificial ski jump in the world. The 35 degree, 469 foot, cantilevered inrun was constructed using 300 tons of COR-TEN steel in 1969 at a cost of just over $1 million.
Other interesting facts about the Copper Peak structure and site include:
- The upper observation platform is 1782 feet above sea level and 1180 feet above Lake Superior.
- The platform provides the highest, unobstructed, 360 degree vista in the Midwest, overlooking nearly 40 miles in every direction.
- The 810-foot chairlift rises 365 fee to the crest of the hill.
- The 18-story elevator ride takes about 55 seconds.
- The structure is designed to withstand winds in excess of 190 mph.
- In a brisk wind, the top of Copper Peak has been observed to sway as much as 18 inches, by design.
- During construction, a 104-pound piece of native copper was unearthed.
- The first international ski flying competition was held at Copper Peak in February and March of 1970.
Learn more: www.copperpeak.com
Item Special Note
No expiration date.
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