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!

Also along the Powder Highway, Fernie Alpine Resort and the town that shares its name is located approximately 95 km east of Cranbrook's Canadian...

Google "snow ghosts" and Big White Ski Resort images will likely fill your feed. Filled with resort amenities, the full mountain village of Big White...

Baldy Mountain Resort is located on the south side of Mount Baldy in South Okanagan, just north of the Canada-US border. Baldy has a base elevation of...

Apex Mountain Resort has everything you're looking for. Unique, challenging terrain, tons of the lightest snow around & friendly locals.

Located about a two hour drive east of Edmonton, Vermilion is home to the Vermilion Provincial Park, a nordic ski and snowshoe wonderland.

For those looking for something different try an ice fishing adventure in Lesser Slave Lake, 255 km north of Edmonton.

Jasper can be described as one of Canada's most authentic ski towns. Home to Marmot Basin Ski Resort, Jasper is located in the Canadian Rockies about...

Hidden Valley is located in the picturesque evergreen forest of the Cypress Hills. The trails are diverse, offering gentle slopes for beginners...

Snow Valley

Known as a "Winter City," Edmonton is the capital of Alberta and its international airport makes for an ideal landing spot for anyone headed to Jasper...

Approximately 260 km south-west of Calgary, Castle offers an exciting ski experience that includes one of two cat-ski operations in the province.

An ideal mountain base camp, Canmore is located approximately 75 km west of Calgary and is home to many winter adventures.

Home to the 1988 Olympics, Calgary is a gateway to the Canadian Rockies and the chance to live as an Olympian at Calgary Olympic Park.

One of the world's top mountain destinations, Banff is located 130 km west of Calgary and its international airport. Norquay Ski Resort is minutes...

Sun Peaks Resort is a full mountain village located 60 km from Kamloops and its international airport.

shames mountain

Shames, located just outside of Terrace, British Columbia, is the type of place where you can easily get in powder tracks with little to no effort...

Skiing at Troll

Troll Ski Resort was built by Lars Fossberg in 1972, and 30 years later it is still run by the family. Troll has developed into a great mountain, with...

Wells may be small, but it is brimming with activity. Wells is a mining town and a centre for artists and outdoors enthusiasts. It is a surprisingly...

Recognized as one of the world's premier winter ski resorts, the Town of Whistler and its Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort is found 125 km north of...