Cross-Country Skiing
Callaghan Valley (Tourism Whistler/Steve Rogers photo)
British Columbia has more than 50 cross-country skiing areas and countless more options in provincial and national parks.
Discover world-class trails groomed for classic and skate skiing, along with pristine ungroomed backcountry, abundant snowfall, and spectacular terrain.
At Sovereign Lake and Whistler Olympic Park, tackle trails skied by Olympians, or take cross-country ski lessons from a former Olympic coach at Nipika Mountain Resort. Glide through old-growth forests in Strathcona Provincial Park, explore cowboy country on skis at a guest ranch near Williams Lake, and share tracks with wildlife in stunning Manning Park and near Smithers.
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Learn more about Cross-Country Skiing in BC's regions and cities:
Thompson Okanagan: World-class Nordic areas and ski resorts used by Olympians, families and beginners.
Kootenay Rockies: Ski-in/ski-out lodges with big mountain scenery and huge snowfalls.
Cariboo Chilcotin Coast: Guest ranches with endless ski terrain, plus the world’s largest cross-country skis!
Vancouver Island: A mild climate, ocean-to-alpine views and excellent facilities at Mount Washington Ski Resort.
Northern British Columbia: Remote and vast wilderness skiing with plentiful wildlife.
Vancouver Coast & Mountains: Manning Park is a cross-country destination, along the scenic Sunshine Coast.
Vancouver: Panoramic views from trails at Cypress Mountain near Vancouver.
Whistler: Nordic sites and trails that were used for the 2010 Winter Games, along with après-ski nightlife.
World-Class Cross-Country Skiing
The Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games had athletes competing for gold at Whistler Olympic Park – explore the same facilities and trails used during competition. Also follow the tracks of Olympians at Silver Star Mountain Resort and Mount Washington Alpine Resort, where national Nordic teams trained prior to the Games.
Popular BC Skiing Areas
Ski amongst rugged wilderness and snow-laden forests at Strathcona Provincial Park, Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre and Bulkley Valley Nordic Centre, or stay overnight at destination lodges such as Nipika Lodge and Manning Park Resort.
Guest ranches, such as Hills Health Ranch, turn horseback riding routes into rolling cross-country trails in winter. Most major trail networks have day lodges and warming huts, while night skiing and activities like dog-sledding and snowshoeing are often available.
Cross-Country Skiing at Ski Resorts
Ten of BC’s 13 major ski resorts offer cross-country skiing trails – and easy access to great amenities. Explore groomed tracks for all skill levels, and enjoy restaurants, accommodations, and activities (like downhill skiing). Find trails skied by world-class athletes at Silver Star, Mount Washington and the Callaghan Valley (near Whistler), while Panorama and Kicking Horse offer extensive trail networks with scenic views.
Practical Points
- Cross-country ski season can begin as early as November and as late as April.
- Trail user fees are common for groomed trail networks. Check with Visitor Centres and local ski clubs for trail maps and information.
- Tours, lessons and equipment rentals are available at many of the larger cross-country ski areas and at some lodges.
- Access to routes may require four-wheel drive and tire chains.
- Be familiar with local weather forecasts and always bring proper equipment. More safety information can be found on the backcountry skiing page.
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Websitehttp://www.whistlersportslegacies.com
Toll-free877-764-2455
Phone604-964-0060
Whistler Sport Legacies is a non-profit organization where proceeds go towards the development of sport.
The Whistler Sliding Centre hosted the bobsleigh, luge & skeleton events during the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Our Sliding Experiences allow you to enjoy the thrill of Bobsleigh with a pilot or Skeleton on your own, or go on a self-guided tour of the venue year-round.
Whistler Olympic Park , located in the Callaghan Valley, host site of the Nordic events for the 2010 Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games. This venue hosts multiple activities from winter to summer: cross-country skiing, biathlon, hiking, horseback riding and more.
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Barkerville Hwy
Wells, British Columbia
V0K 2R0
Websitehttp://www.whitegold.ca/frogbeargold.html/
Toll-free866-994-2345
Phone250-994-2345
The Cariboo Mountains offer spectacular scenery, abundant wildlife & a fascinating gold rush history. Whitegold Adventures combines it all, from multi-day wilderness nordic ski tours, high alpine hikes, to gourmet wilderness canoe adventures on the Bowron Lake chain. In Wells, the gateway to this rich, wild country, The Bear's Paw Café, is the social centre. It is more than a café, it's an experience. The gold's still here. Frog On The Bog Gifts offers visitors a chance to view real gold bars being poured, tour working gold mines or purchase gold nuggets; the most talked about store in the Cariboo.
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1 Strathcona Pkwy
Mount Washington Alpine Resort, British Columbia
V9J 1L0
Websitehttp://www.mountwashington.ca
Toll-free888-833-1515
Phone250-338-1386
The 2010-11 season brought us the most snow in resort history, what a winter! To celebrate, we've injected 3 million dollars into redeveloping our entire learning area, now called Easy Acres. Easy Acres will be one of the easiest places to slide on snow & one of the best places to learn to turn!
Easy Acres features 4 new Magic Carpets, which are just like moveable walkways you would see at an airport. Our Magic Carpets will be the longest in North America & feature covered canopies to protect you from the elements.
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| Annual Snowfall |
SkiTotalRuns |
Types of runs |
| 1100 cm |
81 |
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Panorama Mountain
Panorama Mountain Village, British Columbia
V0A 1T0
Websitehttp://www.panoramaresort.com
Toll-free800-663-2929
Phone250-342-6941
Known for one of North America's biggest verticals, long cruisers, uncrowded slopes & backcountry-style skiing, Panorama Mountain Village in the Canadian Rockies has it all: downhill skiing, Nordic, heli-skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, spa, dining options & a great range of on-mountain lodging. In the summer, Panorama Resort offers award-winning golf at the Greywolf Golf Course, ranked #2 course in BC by ScoreGolf in 2011. Getting to Panorama is easy. Minutes from the Kootenay Rockies town of Invermere, Panorama is also close to Calgary & the famous mountain town of Banff.
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| Annual Snowfall |
SkiTotalRuns |
Types of runs |
| 480 cm |
120 |
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4300 Red Mountain Rd
Rossland, British Columbia
V0G 1Y0
Websitehttp://www.redresort.com
Toll-free800-663-0105
Phone250-362-7384
RED Mountain, established 1896, is legendary for abundant snow & big lines, not big chairlift lines. Voted "Best Trees Skiing, Best Steeps, Best Powder" (Ski Canada Magazine 2001-02). RED is cherished by skiers and snowboards of all ages. With slope side, ski-in/out deluxe accommodations, exciting events and the friendly community of Rossland, RED Mountain is the adventure destination for all types of snow lovers. Skating, snowshoeing, cross country & cat skiing are other fun winter activities in this area.
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| 749 cm |
88 |
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Monashees
Revelstoke, British Columbia
V0E 1N0
Websitehttp://www.solmountain.com
Toll-free
Phone250-674-3707
Experience a complete mix of Monashee trees, glades, alpine bowls & steep chutes, your own backcountry resort 3 times the area of Whistler Blackcomb. Located south of Revelstoke & east of Silver Star in the Southern Monashees, Sol Mountain Touring offers mountain living in style from our fully serviced lodge at 1,907 m (6,300 ft). Easy access to cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking & fishing alpine lakes in the summer. Ski in small groups of 4-6; choose from 3, 4, or 7 night trips. ACMG Guides.
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3475 Meadow Lake Rd
Clinton, British Columbia
V0K 1K0
Websitehttp://www.welcometotheoldhouse.blogspot.ca
Toll-free
Phone250-459-7059
Located in the picturesque & peaceful 'Cariboo' & minutes from the historical town of Clinton. Excellent fishing & swimming lakes, scenic hiking, biking & canoeing opportunities. A horseback rider's paradise. We welcome you to bring your horse(s) at no additional charge. There is fenced pasture to keep them in, complete with a running creek & a turnout. Rich in flora & fauna, there are fantastic birdwatching opportunities. Over 209 different species of birds have been cited in the Cariboo region! Excellent spot for winter activities like skidooing, ice skating, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, & ice fishing. One of the best trout icefishing lakes in the Cariboo!
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