World class groomed trails, equipment rentals and lessons (SWC only).
- Trails are closed for the 2022/23 ski season at the Strathcona Wilderness Centre. Come out to walk the trails this summer, tent camp, geocache and more! We're looking forward to seeing you during the 2023/24 ski season. Gift cards are available and can be used to purchase 2023-2024 season passes and programs.
- Live trail conditions webcam
- Trails are closed for the 2022/23 season at The Broadmoor. Please check with The Broadmoor for any other changes.
Cross-country ski bulletin
Read the latest cross-country ski bulletin for updates on trail conditions and news from the Strathcona Wilderness Centre and The Broadmoor. For trail condition updates throughout the week, please check the Nordic Pulse grooming report.
Strathcona Wilderness Centre
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Cross-country skiing trails are open for the 2022/23 season.
- Check out the live trail conditions before you head out
- Explore world class groomed trails for classic and skate skiing.Â
- Rent classic touring and skin skis, and skate skis
- Try out sit-skis and lessons for Para-Nordic skiers
Pricing
- Access to cross-country skiing trails is included with a daily admission purchase.
- If you plan on visiting regularly, consider purchasing a season pass.
- Access to cross-country skiing trails is also included on the Active Pass membership.
We also offer seasonal cross-country skiing registered programs.
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- Rent snowshoes for children and adults
- Explore snowshoe and multipurpose trails
- There is no charge to use trails to snowshoe, just the equipment rentals.
Check out some free snowshoeing opportunities at the Broadmoor Public Golf Course. Includes snowshoe rentals.
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Parking
- Designated accessible parking stalls available at the Information Centre; parking also available at the overflow parking lo
Entrances
- Information Centre: accessible entrances
Facility
- Information Centre: Accessible toilets
Rentals
- ParaNordic skiing equipment (see below under "skiing and snowshoeing rates and rentals" for pricing) and lessons available
Firepit
- Lodge firepit is accessible
Trails
- Accessible ParaNordic xc ski trails: 12 km
- Year-round trails are wide and accessible for visually impaired, benches for mobility challenged
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Looking for fun and interesting ways to stay active and get outside over the winter months? Cross-country skiing offers a great alternative for active enthusiasts of every age and skill level to get out and explore winter. Take a lesson or play on the trails! Whether you're focused on hanging out with friends, a workout, enjoying nature or simply getting some fresh air, the Wilderness Centre wanders outside with you.
Registrations for beginners to advanced skiers, children and adults begins in September 2022.
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Please walk at the Beaver Hills Biodiversity Trail from November to April.
Visit Strathcona County trails and parks for a information and maps of walking and cycle trails in Strathcona County.
Skiing and snowshoeing rates and rentals
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Tots (under 2Y) – FREE
Child (2Y-12Y) – $2.75
Youth (13Y-17Y) – $3.25
Adult – $7.00
*Family – $14.00
Senior – $4.50
All prices include GST.
*A family is a maximum of 2 adults (18+ years) and unlimited children 17 years or younger living in the same household. A household cannot combine different types of passes and qualify for family pricing. -
Season pass rates (November to the end of ski season)
2. Season pass rates (November to the end of ski season)
Permanent link to Season pass rates (November to the end of ski season)Purchase your season pass online using Recreation Online.
Child (2Y-12Y) – $21.00
Youth (under 18) – $35.00
Adult – $55.00
*Family – $115.00
Senior – $35.00
All prices include GST.
*A family is a maximum of 2 adults (18+ years) and unlimited children 17 years or younger living in the same household. A household cannot combine different types of passes and qualify for family pricing. -
Spring season pass rates (February to the end of ski season)
3. Spring season pass rates (February to the end of ski season)
Permanent link to Spring season pass rates (February to the end of ski season)Purchase your season pass using Reconline.
Child (2Y-12Y) – $10.00
Youth (under 18Y) – $18.00
Adult – $28.00
*Family – $57.00
Senior – $18.00
All prices include GST.
*A family is a maximum of 2 adults (18+ years) and unlimited children 17 years or younger living in the same household. A household cannot combine different types of passes and qualify for family pricing.
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Ski and snowshoe equipment rental rates (3 hours)
4. Ski and snowshoe equipment rental rates (3 hours)
Permanent link to Ski and snowshoe equipment rental rates (3 hours)Our cross-country ski equipment and snowshoes are available for rental use at the Strathcona Wilderness Centre (SWC). To help expedite the process, the rental waiver form can be downloaded, printed, and filled out prior to arriving at SWC.
Child & Youth ski package (wax-less) – $13.00
Adult ski package (waxless) – $16.00
Performance skate ski package (skis, boots and poles) – $20.00
Classic skin ski package (skis, boots and poles) – $20.00
All terrain snowshoes – $8.75
Preschool skis – $3.75
Baby glider (ski pulk) – $3.75
Para-Nordic (Sit) skis package
Adult – $16.00
Child/Youth – $13.00The above rentals are based on:
- Snowshoe rentals are available from 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
- Cross country ski rentals are available from 12 noon - 2:30 p.m. Sunday, April 2 is the last day for classic ski rentals this season.
- Rentals must be returned by 3:30 p.m.
- First come, first served - no reservations
- Complete packages and partial sets available
- Rentals for use only within the park
- Ski equipment rental rate is for up to 3 hours
- Baby glider and preschool skis rental rate for up to 2 hours
- Photo ID required to rent equipment
All prices include GST.
There is no charge to use trails to snowshoe.
The Broadmoor
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Enjoy FREE Cross-country skiing at the Broadmoor!
Classic and skate ski tracks are groomed Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays each week, weather conditions permitting.
View the current trail conditions
Bring your own equipment, rentals are not available.
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Bring your snowshoes and enjoy a beautiful setting. Snowshoeing is available anywhere around the course except on the ski trails.
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Enjoy a wonderful walk at the Broadmoor!
- Please avoid the groomed ski trails.
- If walking the multi-use trails with your dog, they must be on a leash, pick-up after them and keep dogs off the groomed trails.
There are 2 toboggan hills available to use.
Check out the Broadmoor website for more information and to view the trail map.
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Snowshoeing opportunities
Contact
Strathcona Wilderness Centre 780-922-3939
The Broadmoor 780-467-2211
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Last updated: Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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