Cross-Country Skiing
Cross-Country skiing (Dave Heath photo)
On Vancouver Island, go cross-country skiing at Mount Washington Alpine Resort and peaceful Strathcona Provincial Park, which is conveniently located just outside the resort boundaries.
Mount Washington’s cross-country skiing facilities are world-class: it’s an official training site for XC Canada, and three international teams trained here prior to the 2010 Winter Games.
Cross-Country Skiing at Mount Washington and Strathcona Park
Enjoy 55km/34mi of groomed trails that run through Mount Washington resort and into spectacular Strathcona Provincial Park. Glide past old-growth cedars, frozen lakes and snowy peaks. Access upper trails (as well as ocean-to-alpine views) via the chairlift. Raven day lodge provides rentals, lessons and dining options.
Accommodation is available slopeside and in nearby Courtenay, Comox and Nanaimo. Looking for a break from skis? Join the guided Snowshoe and Fondue Dinner Tour through the forests of Strathcona.
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Snow to Surf Relay
Take advantage of Vancouver Island’s unique ocean and mountain geography in the Comox Valley Snow to Surf Adventure Relay (May). The race combines downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, running, mountain biking, kayaking, road cycling and canoeing – all in one competition!
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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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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| 1100 cm |
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