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Strathcona Wilderness Centre

The Strathcona Wilderness Centre offers about 12 kilometres of groomed cross-country ski trails for classic and skate skiing, including 2.3 kilometres of lit trails for evening use. In winter, two trails are also designated for walking and snowshoeing, allowing visitors to enjoy the area in different ways while protecting ski conditions.

Trail Map

Cross-country skiing

Explore groomed trails for both classic and skate skiing at the Strathcona Wilderness Centre. Ski rentals are available on site, including classic, skate and skin skis, along with inclusive options such as sit-skis and Para Nordic lessons. Trail access is included with daily admission or an Active Pass membership, and season passes can be purchased online.

Recent renovations have improved comfort and accessibility, with easy access to passes, rentals and washrooms at the rental-side entrance, a warm Wilderness Room and a winter patio with heated picnic tables. Updated amenities, including a wheelchair-accessible customer service office, help make every visit more enjoyable.

NEW pilot project: Extended ski hours

Skiers can now enjoy evening access from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday until the end of ski season.

Share your feedback about this pilot program.

Last modified: Feb. 4, 2026, 1:32 p.m.

Skiing rates and rentals

  • Day pass rates

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    Day pass rates
    Category Rate (includes GST)
    Tots (under 2) Free
    Child (2-12) $5.00
    Youth (13-17) $6.50
    Young adult (18-23) $7.75
    Adult (24-64) $10.25
    Senior (65+) $7.75
    Family* $24.00

    * Up to 2 adults (18+) and any number of children (17 or younger) in the same household. Pass types cannot be combined for family pricing.

    Day passes can be purchased on-site at the Information Centre and must be worn or kept visible at all times.

  • Season pass rates

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    Season pass rates

    (Valid November to end of ski season)

    Category Rate (includes GST)
    Tots (under 2) Free
    Child (2-12) $32.00
    Youth (13-17) $43.00
    Young adult (18-23) $51.00
    Adult (24-64) $70.00
    Senior (65+) $51.00
    Family* $155.00

    * Up to 2 adults (18+) and any number of children (17 or younger) in the same household. Pass types cannot be combined for family pricing.

    Season passes can be purchased through Recreation Online and must be worn or kept visible at all times. Please scan your season pass or Active Pass each time you visit.

    Strathcona County gift cards can be used toward season passes and programs.

  • Equipment rental rates (3 hours)

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    Equipment rental rates (3 hours)

    Rentals are available daily on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

    Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

    • No reservations required.

    • Photo ID required.

    • Rentals are for on-site use only and are a maximum of 3 hours.

    • Equipment must be returned 30 minutes prior to closing; the front gate locks at 4:30 p.m.

    To save time, download and complete the rental waiver form before arriving.

    Equipment

    Rate (includes GST)

    Adult/Senior cross-country ski or Para nordic package

    $17.50

    Child/Youth cross-country ski or Para nordic package

    $14.50

    Skate ski package (all ages)

    $22.75

    Skin ski package (all ages)

    $22.75

    Skate/skin skis only

    $17.50

    Skate boots only

    $13.50

    Touring skis or boots only

    $11.50

    Poles only (classic or skate)

    $5.75

    Baby glider (ski pulk)

    $4.50

    A day pass, season pass or Active Pass is required with ski rentals. Snowshoe trail use is free.

Trail Conditions

Nordic Pulse grooming report â€“ View live trail grooming updates

Trail Conditions - Check the trail conditions on the live webcam before you visit.

Cross-Country ski bulletin – Read the latest updates, events and news from the Strathcona Wilderness Centre and Broadmoor Public Golf Course.

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Snowshoeing

A day pass is not required for snowshoeing. Visitors may bring their own snowshoes or rent a pair for $9.50. Rentals are available for both children and adults. Two trails are designated for snowshoeing: the multi-purpose trail and the snowshoe trail.

Walking

Walking is available on the snowshoe and the multi-purpose trails. Dogs are not permitted at the Wilderness Centre.

Broadmoor Public Golf Course winter trails

Enjoy cross-country skiing, walking, snowshoeing and tobogganing at Broadmoor Public Golf Course, free of charge, right in Sherwood Park. Please bring your own equipment, as rentals are not available. For more information, visit thebroadmoor.ca/wintertrails.

Questions?

Strathcona Wilderness Centre: 780-922-3939
Broadmoor Public Golf Course: 780-467-2211

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Last updated: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
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