UPDATE: Wednesday March 22, 2023: North trails, Burgess and Dog trails groomed for skate skiing today. Now that we are moving into Spring, the strong sun and daily spring freeze-thaw cycles mean that we cannot maintain the classic tracks unless there is fresh snow so they will be "variable" at best. Use classic tracks at own risk and with caution on icy sections.
No walking on ski trails until the ski season has officially closed for the year. Information will be posted here. All hiking & pedestrian traffic must stick to the Multi Use Trails unless updated otherwise here. Thank you for respecting our trails!
IMPORTANT: In the event of a medical emergency please call 911. The lodge is not staffed a majority for the time and we do not have a "ski patrol" on site even when the lodge is staffed on weekends. Trail access is at your own risk. A majority of our trails have cell phone coverage, however if you are heading out alone, we recommend you leave details with a family member or friend. Use of Wapiti Nordic trails and purchase of membership or day pass includes assumption of risk.
No walking on ski trails until the ski season has officially closed for the year. Information will be posted here. All hiking & pedestrian traffic must stick to the Multi Use Trails unless updated otherwise here. Thank you for respecting our trails!
IMPORTANT: In the event of a medical emergency please call 911. The lodge is not staffed a majority for the time and we do not have a "ski patrol" on site even when the lodge is staffed on weekends. Trail access is at your own risk. A majority of our trails have cell phone coverage, however if you are heading out alone, we recommend you leave details with a family member or friend. Use of Wapiti Nordic trails and purchase of membership or day pass includes assumption of risk.
Trail Maps:
We recommend that you print a copy of the map at home and bring it in your pocket. Phones can "die" quickly in the cold! There are permanent trail maps posted at each intersection. Note that dogs are only permitted on the North (pink) trails as noted below. Snowshoers, fat bikes and hikers are restricted to Multi Use trails ONLY during winter months. Groomed trails are for skiing only. Thank you.
We recommend that you print a copy of the map at home and bring it in your pocket. Phones can "die" quickly in the cold! There are permanent trail maps posted at each intersection. Note that dogs are only permitted on the North (pink) trails as noted below. Snowshoers, fat bikes and hikers are restricted to Multi Use trails ONLY during winter months. Groomed trails are for skiing only. Thank you.
COMPLETE TRAIL SYSTEM + LEVELS OF DIFFICULTY As shown above. This is a georeferenced PDF - download this to your phone on an App such as Avenza Maps to see where you are real time while out skiing! |
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Multi-Use Trail System:
The Multi-Use Trail System was added November 2018 for snowshoers, back country skiers and fat biking and provides a unique experience for non nordic users to enjoy the outdoors during the winter months. Trail head signs have been posted, the mapping (on Trailforks) is up to date, and new trail navigation markers are in place. See the maps above. Dogs are permitted on the NORTH multi use trails if accompanying snowshoers, back county skiers or fat bikes - sorry no pedestrian users during the winter. See our Fat Bike page for further information. Sign up for our Snowshoe Tours to explore the Wapiti Nordic multi-use trails.
The family friendly snowshoe trail begins at the firepit area/Russ Bowen picnic shelter and is marked by a yellow diamond and orange/pink flagging tape. Once you reach the intersection in the meadow- look for the gnome and turn LEFT to head back tot he lodge.
Trails with Lighting - commenced Tuesday, November 22, 2022!
We are very fortunate to have approximately 5km of lit trails at Wapiti Nordic. Lights are turned on from 5:00pm - 9:00pm on Monday - Thursday evenings on the following trails (see Complete Trail System map above):
Report a problem:
If you experience a blockage on the trail, please email us and provide specific information (trail name, location, etc) where possible
Trail Etiquette:
Please review here before using our trail network
Trailforks:
See our Mountain Bike page for additional info on trail maps and elevation profiles recorded by local trail enthusiasts!
Inclement Weather: Please check on Facebook if there is inclement weather. The lodge is generally closed early if the roads are bad due to freezing rain or heavy rain. Each program informs the participants what their cut off temperature is. For example the Chicks program uses a cut off of -25 C. On evenings that the temperature is -30 by 5 pm the lodge is closed early. These guidelines have been developed based on the number of skiers that come out, and to ensure the safety of WNSC staff and volunteers. As always the trails are open 24/7.
The Multi-Use Trail System was added November 2018 for snowshoers, back country skiers and fat biking and provides a unique experience for non nordic users to enjoy the outdoors during the winter months. Trail head signs have been posted, the mapping (on Trailforks) is up to date, and new trail navigation markers are in place. See the maps above. Dogs are permitted on the NORTH multi use trails if accompanying snowshoers, back county skiers or fat bikes - sorry no pedestrian users during the winter. See our Fat Bike page for further information. Sign up for our Snowshoe Tours to explore the Wapiti Nordic multi-use trails.
The family friendly snowshoe trail begins at the firepit area/Russ Bowen picnic shelter and is marked by a yellow diamond and orange/pink flagging tape. Once you reach the intersection in the meadow- look for the gnome and turn LEFT to head back tot he lodge.
Trails with Lighting - commenced Tuesday, November 22, 2022!
We are very fortunate to have approximately 5km of lit trails at Wapiti Nordic. Lights are turned on from 5:00pm - 9:00pm on Monday - Thursday evenings on the following trails (see Complete Trail System map above):
- Main stadium
- Biathlon stadium
- Big Dipper
- South loop along Highway 40.
- Always bring a headlamp in case you are inspired to travel beyond our lit trails!
Report a problem:
If you experience a blockage on the trail, please email us and provide specific information (trail name, location, etc) where possible
Trail Etiquette:
Please review here before using our trail network
Trailforks:
See our Mountain Bike page for additional info on trail maps and elevation profiles recorded by local trail enthusiasts!
Inclement Weather: Please check on Facebook if there is inclement weather. The lodge is generally closed early if the roads are bad due to freezing rain or heavy rain. Each program informs the participants what their cut off temperature is. For example the Chicks program uses a cut off of -25 C. On evenings that the temperature is -30 by 5 pm the lodge is closed early. These guidelines have been developed based on the number of skiers that come out, and to ensure the safety of WNSC staff and volunteers. As always the trails are open 24/7.