Cross Country Skiing

Want to enjoy winter’s quiet beauty at your own pace? Cross-country skiing in Western Canada offers a journey into untouched landscapes, where snowy trails meet crisp mountain air.

From the Rockies to hidden valley trails, cross-country skiing in British Columbia and Alberta is a chance to connect deeply with nature and recharge.

With SnowSeekers, you’ll find the best spots for nordic skiing across the most stunning winter destinations in Western Canada. What are you waiting for? Get started on your journey with the stories below!

Let's give a shout out to those early skiing folks who invented the planks - going back 5,000 years.

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Fort McMurray

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Grande Prairie

Over the span of a few hours at Wapiti Nordic Ski Club in Grande Prairie, Breanna Gordon has managed...

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Nakiska

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