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!

SkiNorthAB

How to #SkiNorthAB

Nov 18, 2019

Did you know that Edmonton isn’t even 50 per cent of the way north across the top of Alberta? There...

Snooow

Cool down with these snowy moments

Jun 18, 2019

Ah summer is finally here, some of us choose to spend it at the lake, or in campgrounds. But here at...

Kamloops

A flatlander figures it out at the Overlander Ski Club in Kamloops

Jan 17, 2019

Kamloops, B.C. – At 7:00 am my alarm goes off, I hop out of bed, and peer out my hotel room window...

Murray Ridge Fort St James

The soul of skiing is alive and well at Murray Ridge

Jan 8, 2019

The soul of skiing is more than alive and well in pretty much the geographical centre of British...

Sunshine Coast

The Sunshine Coast is located on the southern coast of British Columbia, Canada, extending 177km (110mi) between the entrance to Desolation Sound on...

Kamloops

Carve into champagne powder at one of Kamloops ski resorts or cross country ski by the light of the moon. Peddle your bike through some incredible...

Waterton Lakes National Park

Nestled in the far southwest corner of Alberta, Waterton is one of the most distinctive mountain parks on the planet. Shaped over centuries by wind...

Medicine Hat

Medicine Hat is a city in southeast Alberta, Canada located along the South Saskatchewan River. It is approximately 169 km (105 mi) east of Lethbridge...

Getting ready for ski season

Sep 20, 2019

Now is the time to ramp up the squats, lunges, agility and balance so your legs and mind are ready...

SilverStar Mountain Resort

SilverStar Mountain Resort is located within BC's Okanagan, just 25 km outside of Vernon. Kelowna's International Airport is 75 km south of SilverStar...

RED Mountain Resort

Rossland plays host to one of Canada's oldest winter carnivals, and Red Mountain Ski Resort. Located 200 km north of Spokane, Washington, Rossland is...

Skiing sunset

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

This mountain resort and town that shares the same name is located along the Trans-Canada Highway, 410 km west of Calgary, or 200 km north of the...

Panorama Mountain Village

A full mountain village, Panorama is found just outside of Invermere along the Powder Highway - 275 km south-west of Calgary, or 135 km north of The...

Whitewater Ski Resort

Nelson, B.C. is home to Whitewater Ski Resort, approximately 40 km north of Castlegar Airport along B.C.'s Powder Highway.

Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Found on Vancouver Island, Mount Washington is located approximately 40 km west of Comox which is found on the east side of the Island. Stare at the...

Manning Park Resort

Manning Park is a recreational paradise with Alpine and Nordic skiing in the winter; snowshoeing and exploring in the spring; hiking, camping, fishing...

Kimberley Alpine Resort

The town of Kimberley and its ski resort is located along the Powder Highway and is so close to the Canadian Rockies International Airport, that...

Kicking Horse Mountain Resort

Located along the Trans-Canada Highway 265 km west of Calgary, Alberta, Golden is home to Kicking Horse Mountain Resort.