Winter Activities

Cross-Country Ski

Kirkwood Cross Country and Snowshoe Center

Kirkwood Cross Country and Snowshoe Center. 80km of groomed trails at 7,800 feet offer the most spectacular scenery and exciting terrain in the west.  Located 1/4 mile east of Kirkwood on Hwy 88 (next to the Kirkwood Inn) and nestled in a beautiful Alpine Valley, our diverse terrain offers excellent skiing for all abilities.

 Bring the whole family, your four-legged friends, and a camera so you can capture all the beautiful scenery and memories you will make!

For the safety of our guests and the longevity of our trails, we kindly ask that all guests adhere to the no foot traffic signs posted throughout our trail systems. Cross-country skis, snowshoes, or fat tire bikes are required on all trails except the designated Walking Loop located at the south end of the Kirkwood Meadow Trail System.

CROSS COUNTRY CENTER FEATURES:

  • 80km of machine groomed trails with skating and snowshoe lanes
  • Three interconnected trail systems – click to find out more about our trail systems
  • Two trailhead facilities with parking areas
  • Lessons in both classic and skating disciplines, private lessons and tours – lessons info
  • Standard ski, skate ski and snowshoe rentals – rental info
  • Terrain: 20% beginner, 60% intermediate, 20% advanced
  • Day tickets and season passes available – ticket & pass info
  • Accessibility: For cross-country ski and snowshoe access and accommodations, please call 209.258.7248 at least 48 hours in advance so that we can ensure the best experience possible upon arrival. 

Kirkwood Cross Country and Snowshoe Center

1501 Kirkwood Meadows Dr, Kirkwood, CA 96120

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