Vernon Cross-Country Skiing
Cross-country skiing at Silver Star, Tourism BC/Don Wiexl photo
Vernon is a world-class cross-country ski destination, and that's no boast. National teams and Olympic medallists come to Silver Star Mountain Resort to train. But don't be intimidated. Early snow and excellent conditions get the season off to a quick start. At around 1,664m/5,500ft elevation, trails are usually sunny, bright and clear of valley cloud. Moderate average temperatures (-5°C/23°F), excellent grooming and beautiful scenery make it a memorable experience for everyone, from novices to elite athletes.
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Classic skiers, skate skiers, Nordic tourers and telemarkers can glide through the forest or tackle challenging climbs and descents over steep terrain. With two venues located next to each other (Silver Star Mountain Resort and Sovereign Lake) and offering combined tickets, there's plenty of variety on more than 100km/60mi of trails.
Silver Star Mountain Resort
Silver Star sets tracks for more than 60km/37mi of trails daily, and offers 4km/2.5mi of tracks lit for night skiing.There are also two certified biathlon ranges.
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The resort's colourful Victorian village is the central hub for cross-country activities. Ski-in/ski-out accommodations, food service and equipment rentals are all available. Beginners can try that first "free heel" run and experienced skiers can upgrade those skills with private or group lessons, including special ladies and men's programs at the Silver Star Snowsport School.
Sovereign Lake Nordic Ski Club
Sovereign Lake is a non-profit club that welcomes visitors to its 50km/31mi of groomed and ungroomed trails in Silver Star Mountain Provincial Park. The club hosted a 2005 cross-country World Cup race. Ski to the Black Prince cabin and warm up by the woodstove or climb to the lookout points for panoramic views. The club offers private, semi-private and group lessons (ranging from beginner to master classes) and has equipment available for rent at the day lodge. Sovereign Lake is accessible for the physically challenged with wheelchair parking, accessible washrooms and equipment.
Colour brochures and detailed transportation options are available at the Vernon Visitor Centre on Highway 97 south. Shuttle bus service links Silver Star Mountain Resort with Vernon and with Kelowna International Airport.
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8 Km South
Vernon, British Columbia
V1T 6T1
The largely undeveloped park has a natural setting. A sloping, paved trail wanders down to the beautiful private beaches with informative signs that talk about flora & fauna along the trails. In winter, cross-country skiers enjoy the wild beauty here also a great location for hiking.
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