Colorado

Colorado XC Ski Asssociation

Box 8937, Keystone CO 80435
www.colorado-xc.org.
Non-profit organization, promoting lots of special events xc centers in Rockies.

Ashcroft Ski Touring Ltd.

312H AABC Aspen CO 81611
970-925-1971
ast@rof.net
www.pinecreekcookhouse.com
Trails wander the pristine Ashcroft Valley located 11 miles south of Aspen. Ski from warming hut to hut or dine at the Pine Creek Cookhouse.
Trails-35 km groomed, separate snowshoe
Rentals-xc, pulk sleds, snowshoes
Lodging-on-site
Food-yes, sleigh ride dinners
Services-lessons, ski shop, ski patrol, sleigh rides, snowshoe tours

Aspen/Snowmass Nordic Trail System

130 S. Galena St., Aspen CO 81611
970-920-5120
parks@ci.aspen.co.us
www.skiaspen.com
www.utemountaineer.com
Free trails connect Aspen and Snowmass.
Trails-85km groomed trails/2km lit, shared snowshoe, 20km groomed trails
Rentals-xc, snowshoes, telemark
Children-xc, pulk sleds, day care in city of Aspen
Lodging-on-site
Programs-men, women, senior, children
Food-yes
Services-PSIA lessons, ski shop, sauna, swimming, sleigh ride dinners, sleigh rides, dog sleds, tubing, tobogganing/sledding, pool

Beaver Creek XC Ski Center

PO Box 7, Vail CO 81658
970-845-5313
www.snow.com/beaver-creek/index.shtml
Ski the McCoy Park tracks atop the mountain; spectacular scenery, snowshoeing, telemarking, gourmet lunches. Nordic technology center featuring telemark equipment.
Trails-32 km groomed, shared and separate snowshoe
Rentals-xc, telemark, snowshoes
Programs-women
Children-skis, day care
Lodging-on-site
Food-yes, sleigh ride dinners
Services-PSIA lessons, ski patrol, sleigh rides, ice skating

Breckenridge Nordic Center

PO Box 1776, Breckenridge, CO 80424
970-453-6855
www.colorado.net/~nord/
Specializing in xc fun for the whole family. Viewpoint trail expansion on Peak 7.
Trails-32 km groomed/2 lit, 16km snowshoe
Rentals-xc, pulk sleds, snowshoes
Programs-men, women, senior, children, adaptive
Children-skis, day care
Lodging-nearby
Food-yes, sleigh ride dinners
Services- PSIA lessons, ski shop, ice skating, pets welcome, handicap accessible

C Lazy U Ranch

PO Box 379, Granby CO 80446
970-887-3344
www.clazyu.com
Ski or gallop at this guest ranch.
Trails-25 km groomed, shared snowshoe Rentals-xc, telemark, snowshoes
Programs-children
Lodging-on-site
Food-yes
Services-lessons, ice skating, dogsleds, toboggan/sledding, tubing, horseback riding, handicap accessible, hot tub, sauna, pool

Cordillera Nordic Center

PO Box 988, Edwards CO 81632
970-926-5100
www.cordillera-vail.com
Set high above the Vail Valley the Lodge & Spa at Cordillera offers the nordic enthusiast a unforgettable winter experience.
Trails-12 km groomed, separate snowshoe
Rentals-xc, snowshoes
Programs-men, women, senior, children
Children-skis
Lodging-on-site
Food-yes
Services-lessons, ski shop, dogsleds, sleigh rides, ice skating, sauna, hot tub, pool

Crested Butte Nordic Center

PO Box 1269, Crested Butte CO 81224
970-349-1707
www.visitcrestedbutte.com/nordic/
Located at 9000' in a quaint Victorian town, on the free shuttle route, guided backcountry ski and snowshoe tours, small town ambiance, nordic skiing paradise.
Trails-25-40 km groomed, shared snowshoe trails, 3km groomed dog trails
Rentals-xc, snowshoes
Programs-men, women, senior, children, adaptive
Children-skis
Lodging-nearby
Food-snacks
Services-lessons, ice skating, sledding

Eldora Mountain Resort

PO Box 1697, Nederland CO 80466
303-440-8700
www.eldora.com
Closest Nordic Area to Boulder and Denver. Downhill and telemark skiing on 680 acres with a 1400' vertical drop services by 10 lifts.
Trails-45 km groomed, separate snowshoe
Rentals-xc, telemark, snowshoes
Programs-men, women, senior, children
Children-skis
Lodging-nearby
Food-meal service, snacks only, hot lunches
Services-PSIA lessons, ski patrol

Frisco Nordic Center

PO Box 532, Frisco CO 80443
970-668-0866
www.colorado.net/~nord/
Traverse Arapaho National Forest. Cozy log lodge, Colorado sunshine, scenic views and groomed snow .Colorado Biathlon Club Biathlon Range for training and events.
Trails-43 km groomed, separate snowshoe, 3km dog trails
Rentals-xc, pulk sleds, snowshoes
Programs-men, women, senior, children, adaptive, biathlon range
Lodging-nearby
Food-yes sleigh ride dinners
Services- PSIA lessons, ski shop, ski patrol, sleigh rides, dog sledding nearby

Grand Lake Touring Center

PO Box 590, Grand Lake CO 80447
970-627-8008
3 miles form the West entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park
Trails-30 km groomed, shared snowshoe, 2km groomed dog trails
Rentals-xc, snowshoes
Programs-children
Children-skis
Lodging-nearby
Food-yes
Services-lessons, ski shop

Grand Mesa Lodge/Ski Trail System

PO Box 49, Cedaredge, CO 81413
800-551-6372
www.coloradodirectory.com/grandmesalodge
3 distinct areas: Skyway, County Line, Ward Creek. Unlimited backcountry/touring is available.
Trails-20 km groomed, shared snowshoe, groomed dog trails
Rentals-xc, snowshoes
Children-skis
Lodging-on-site
Services-PSIA lessons, sledding, tubing

Latigo Cross Country Ski Ranch

PO Box 237, Kremmling CO 80459
970-724-9008
www.latigotrails.com
At 9000' in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.
Trails-65 km groomed, shared and separate snowshoe
Lodging-on-site
Food-yes
Services-lessons, handicapped accessible, hot tub

Phoenix Ridge

PO Box 618, Creede CO 81130
719-658-0216
Unique wilderness lodging at 10,500' in the heart of the "lost" San Juan Mountains. Surrounded by Rio Grande National Forest and LaGarita wilderness.
Trails-10km groomed, shared and separate snowshoe
Rentals-xc, telemark, snowshoes
Lodging-on-site
Food-yes
Services-guide service

Snow Mountain Nordic Center

PO Box 169, Winter Park CO
970-887-2152
mbirdseye@bwn.net
Set in the heart of the Rocky Mtns., snow Mtns. trails offer skiing for everyone; classic, skating, telemark, and backcountry, families, groups, individuals, and racers. Owned and operated by the YMCA of the Rockies.
Trails-100 km groomed/3 lit, separate snowshoe, 8km dog trails
Rentals-xc, pulk sleds, telemark, snowshoes
Programs-women, senior, children, race camps
Children-skis, day care
Lodging-on-site
Food-yes
Services-lessons, sleigh rides, ice skating, dogsleds, toboggan/sledding, ski jouring, fireplace, handicap accessible, pets welcome, sauna, pool

Ute Meadows Nordic Center

2880 County Road 3 Marble, CO 81623
888-883-2363
innkeeper@utemeadows.com
www.utemeadows.com
Trails-7km groomed
Rentals-snowshoes, skates
Lodging-yes
Food-hot lunches
Services-PSIA lessons, ice skating

Vail XC Ski Center

PO Box 7, Vail CO 81658
970-845-5313
www.snow.com/vail-creek/index.shtml
Beautiful secluded backcountry snowshoe and xc nature tours, gourmet tours and telemark workshops. Nordic Technology Center featuring latest telemark equipment.
Trails-15 km groomed, shared & separate snowshoe
Rentals-xc, telemark, snowshoes
Programs-women
Children-skis, day care
Lodging-on-site
Food-yes, sleighride dinners
Services-handicap accessible, PSIA lessons, sleigh rides, ice skating, tubing, bobsleds, Adventure Ridge night activities

Vista Verde Ranch

PO Box 465, Steamboat Springs CO 80477
800-526-7433
vistaverde@compuserve.com
www.vistaverde.com
Picturesque four-star ranch in secluded setting. Skating, telemark plus adventuresome backcountry. Professional guiding and instruction complimentary. Fine dining, luxury accommodations with private hot tubs.
Trails-30km groomed, shared and separate snowshoe
Rentals-xc, telemark, snowshoes
Programs-men, women, senior, children
Children-day care
Lodging-on-site
Food-yes
Services-PSIA & CANSI lessons, ski shop, sleigh rides, dogsleds, toboggan/sledding, ski jouring, hot tub