Cross-Country Skiing

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Cross-Country Skiing

Cross country skiing: It's the quiet cousin to the flash and speed of downhill skiing. It's also a lot more exercise, as you trudge uphill as much as you glide down. As with downhill skiing, cross country comes in several flavors: backcountry, ski-mountaineering, cross country on groomed trails, ski-skating, racing.... All have a place. One of the advantages: If you live in a cold weather climate, you can find trails close to home. Look on golf courses, on park walking paths, and especially on rail-trails. Check out our articles to learn cross-country techniques like stopping and turning, intermediate skills like handing hills, and, of course, what gear and clothes to buy.

Latest articles in Cross-Country Skiing

Cross-Country Skiing in Northeast Central Alberta, Canada

Northeast Central Alberta provides ideal terrain for cross-country (Nordic) skiing, and the picturesque trails cater to all ages and fitness levels.

Feb 4, 2011 – Bethany Horne

Cross-country, a Skiing Renaissance

A snowy winter boosts interest in the original form of skiing

Feb 3, 2011 – Vernon Hobbs

Planning a Ski Vacation? Add Cross-Country Skiing for More Fun

Try out cross-country skiing during your alpine ski vacation to save money, get a good workout, and to experience family fun at a less-crowded ski area.

Jan 26, 2011 – Heidi Hill

Nordic Ski and Snowshoe Trails from the Swampy Sno-Park

Nordic skiers and snowshoers can explore over 25 miles of trails in the Swampy Lakes area of the Deschutes National Forest near Bend, Oregon.

Dec 9, 2010 – Damian Fagan

Nordic Skiing and Snowshoeing Trails at the Meissner Sno-Park

Located 13 miles west of Bend, Oregon, the Meissner Sno-Park offers miles of trails for Nordic skiers or snowshoers to explore a winter wonderland.

Dec 8, 2010 – Damian Fagan

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