 Kicking Horse Mountain Resort Nordic Trail, Dave Heath photo
Highlights:Fernie Alpine Resort: Lots of powder, sunny skies, and beautiful scenery. > More about Cross-Country Skiing at Fernie
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort: Awesome cross-country skiing high in the Purcell Mountains.
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Kimberley Alpine Resort: Excellent selection of trails near this classic family resort.
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Natural Bridge Trails: Located just outside spectacular Kootenay National Park.
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Panorama Mountain Village Resort: Charming, family-friendly alpine village in the Canadian Rockies.
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Red Mountain Resort: Recently named "One of the Top 25 Resorts in North America."
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Whitewater Ski Resort: Track-set classic and skate trails are groomed daily.
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Yoho National Park: Backcountry and groomed runs through breathtaking scenery.
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Fernie Alpine Resort Set at an elevation 1,000m/3,280ft in the Canadian Rockies, Fernie is a haven for cross-country skiers. At Fernie Alpine Resort, the air is crisp, the mountain views are utterly spectacular, and the powder is abundant. Make tracks along 10km/6.2mi of groomed trails, or head into the backcountry for some unforgettable skiing through pristine wilderness. The resort offers lessons, as well as guided tours - an ideal way to learn about the fascinating history of the Rockies and the surrounding area. Fernie Alpine Resort is located just 5km/3mi from Fernie - an authentic mining town known for its warm hospitality, colourful history, and turn-of-the-20-century architecture.
- Trails: 10km/6.2mi groomed trails
- Operating season: early December to mid-April
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Kicking Horse Mountain Resort While Kicking Horse is famed for its steep vertical and copious amounts of powder, its cross-country skiing is awesome too. The resort, a former heli-ski area located high in the Purcell Mountains, retains its adrenaline on the trails - providing adventurous and unforgettable cross-country skiing. There are 25km/15.5mi of trails track-set for classic skiing, and 15km/9.3mi of trails groomed for skate skiing. Trails loop range from gently rolling beginner runs to challenging routes for more advanced skiers. A cozy warming hut (with a wood-burning stove) is located just 1km/0.6mi along the trails.
- Trails: 25km/15.5mi of trails track-set for classic skiing, and 15km/9.3mi of trails groomed for skate skiing.
- Operating season: mid-December to mid-April
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Kimberley Alpine Resort Kimberley Alpine Resort is an ideal headquarters for cross-country skiing, with its next-door access to the Kimberley Nordic Club trail network. Visitors can take advantage of 33km/20.5mi of groomed trails managed by the Kimberley Nordic Club. The cross-country network consists of a variety of double, track-set trails with centre skating lanes, and is easily reached from the resort by skis. Loops vary between 3km/1.9mi and 7km/4.3mi. Throughout ski season, the resort offers a cross-country orientation for novices.
Kimberley Alpine Resort is 2km/1.6mi from Kimberley, and just a 20min drive away from Cranbrook.
- Trails: 33km/20.5mi of groomed trails in the Kimberley Nordic Club network
- Operating Season: early-December to mid-April
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Natural Bridge TrailsThe Natural Bridge Trails at Nipika Mountain Resort are located just outside of Kootenay National Park. The 50km/31mi of runs are set for classic and skate skiing, and are regularly groomed. En route, look for waterfalls and wildlife, such as mule and white-tailed deer, elk, and lynx. There is a day lodge for skiers, as well as a resort for overnight guests. Beginner and intermediate trails can be found between the lodge and Cross River, while trails across the Natural Bridge are rated intermediate-to-expert. Guided tours are also available.
The Natural Bridge Trails are located off Hwy 93, approximately 30min from Radium Hot Springs.
- Trails: 50km/31mi trails
- Operating season: early-December to late-March
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Panorama Mountain Village Resort Uncrowded terrain and a charming village setting, high in the Purcell Mountains make for a memorable cross-country skiing experience at Panorama. There are over 10km/6.2mi of groomed trails and scenic loops to explore. After a day on the trails, soak weary bones in the Panorama's hot pools.
Panorama is located in the Toby Creek Valley, 20min west of Invermere.
- Trails: 10km/6.2mi groomed trails
- Operating Season: December to mid-April
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Red Mountain Resort Red Mountain is a backcountry wonderland, with over 1,000ha/2,500ac of pristine wilderness to explore. Warm up along the 2.7km/1.7mi trail near the base of Red Mountain, which connects the resort to the charming town of Rossland. Then head into the backcountry for a memorable adventure; certified guides offer tours for skiers of all experience and fitness levels. For more cross-country skiing opportunities, the Black Jack Cross Country Club trails, Nancy Greene Provincial Park trails and Paulson Cross Country Ski Trails are all situated close to Red Mountain and Rossland. National Geographic Adventure magazine recently recognized Red Mountain's hometown, Rossland, as one of "North America's Top 10 Great Adventure Towns to Live and Play".
Red Mountain Resort is a 5min drive from the town of Rossland.
- Trails: 2.7km/1.7mi trail near the base of Red Mountain, plus nearby trail networks
- Operating season: late-November to mid-April
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Whitewater Ski Resort Whitewater Ski Resort is located in the legendary Selkirk Mountains in southeastern BC. The resort features daily groomed, 11 track-set trails for both classic and skate skiing. Skiers of all experience levels will get a great workout and enjoy exhilarating scenery along these trails, which loop from the resort's day lodge to spectacular Hummingbird Pass. Various accommodations (falling within different price ranges) are available in Nelson, a 15min drive from Whitewater Ski Resort.
- Trails: 11 groomed and track-set trails, totaling nearly 20km/12.4mi
- Operating season: early-December to early-April
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Yoho National ParkThe word "Yoho" comes from a Cree word expressing "awe," is an appropriate name for a park with majestic 28 mountain peaks. Yoho offers many backcountry trails, in addition to popular groomed trails, such as Emerald Lake Connector Trail, an 11km/6.8mi intermediate route starting at the Field Visitor Centre, and Lake O'Hara Fire Road, an 11.7km/7.3mi intermediate route starting at the Lake O'Hara parking lot. Be aware that some trails in the park cross avalanche paths. On weekends a day-use cabin is available. For overnight accommodation, the Alpine Club of Canada operates four huts in the park that can be reserved.
Yoho National Park is located on the BC-Alberta border. It joins Kootenay National Park to the southeast and Banff National Park (in Alberta) lies along its eastern border. Hwy 1 runs through the centre of the park. Yoho is east of Golden.
- Trails: over 400 km/249mi trails, with over 40km25mi groomed during winter
- Operating season: December to March
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