Plan Your Visit
Your Winter Adventure Starts Here - Plan Your Visit to Kawartha Nordic
Whether it is your very first time on cross-country skis or you're visiting our location for the first time, this guide will get you set up from home to trail.
Your First Visit: Step-by-Step
- Choose Your Activity, check conditions:
Before heading out, check our live Trail Conditions & Grooming Report. Choose the winter activity that fits your comfort level/experience: classic cross-country skiing (in-track), skate skiing (wide groomed lane), snowshoeing (singletrack loops), or fat biking (designated multi-use trail). If you've never skied before, you'll likely want to start with classic skiing.
- Get Passes & Rental Gear:
Day passes can be purchased online in advance to save time, or at the Rental Shop upon arrival. Need equipment? Our Rental Shop at the main trailhead offers classic skis, skate skis, snowshoes, and a small fleet of fat bikes. Pro tip: Download and complete your rental form ahead of time to speed up check-in!
- Park & Get Dressed:
Park in the main lot off Highway 28. Head to the lower level of the Woodfine Chalet to use the change rooms, washrooms, and cubbies/shelves for day bags. If you are prepping your own skis, visit our self-service wax room trailer next to the rental shop.
- Head Out on the Trail:
Print off a paper copy of the trail map or grab one from the Rental Shop or snap a pic of the large main trail map at the trailhead. Or just check the map posted at each junction to find your way.
Frequently Asked Questions
We are located at 7107 Highway 28 North Kawartha, roughly 40 minutes north of Peterborough and 2 hours from Toronto. Look for the Kawartha Nordic signs at the main entry gate.
Our trails are open 24/7 during the winter season when snow conditions allow. The Rental Shop operates on scheduled daily hours. When the rental shop is closed, trail passes must be purchased online before hitting the trail.
The upper level of the Woodfine Chalet is open for relaxing, resting, and eating packed lunches. Out on the trails, we have four heated warm-up cabins with woodstoves (Tanney, Laderach, Sugar Shack, and Bennett) where you can rest. Please note there are no food facilities on site and minimal snacks available in the Rental Shop. There is a kettle and hot chocolate offered in the chalet (donations appreciated).
Yes. Change rooms are located on the lower level of the Woodfine Chalet and there is a heated washroom building adjacent to the upper level of the chalet.
Yes. All visitors require a valid day pass or season membership to access any of our ski, snowshoe, or multi-use trails. This ensures that you are covered by our insurance and helps pay for the upkeep of our facility and trails.
Yes! Our Rental Shop offers classic ski packages, classic skin ski packages, skate ski packages (all also available a la carte), snowshoes, fat bikes, and ski pulks (baby glider).
We welcome beginners! We offer group lessons as well as private and small group instruction. Lesson participants receive a discounted rental package rate. Bookings can be made online in advance.
Unfortunately, as much as we love pets; dogs are strictly prohibited on all Kawartha Nordic trails to maintain grooming quality, safety, and trail integrity.
No. Foot traffic ruins groomed classic tracks and skate lanes and snowshoe trails. Snowshoers must stick to dedicated snowshoe trails or the designated multi-use trail.
Dress in breathable, synthetic or wool layers (avoid cotton, which holds moisture). Bring a windproof jacket, gloves or mittens, a hat or toque, and a warm dry pair of socks to change into after your ski. Don't forget a small backpack or waistbag to carry your cell phone, snacks and water bottle.
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