Cross Country Skiing

Cross-country ski in the Algoma Region of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario Canada! If you are into nordic (downhill skiing), ski one of the finest cross-country ski areas in eastern North America at Stokely Creek Ski Lodge with its 120 kilometres (72 miles) of uninterrupted ski trails. Or ski the 40 kilometres (24 miles) of trails at Hiawatha Highlands with its forty years of cross-country skiing experience and tradition. Skate or traditional ski on double and single tracks and glide through sparkling, snow-covered forest landscapes.

Areas

King Mountain / Bellevue Valley

This dramatic wilderness region located along Lake Superior's eastern shore is home to world-class Nordic trails. The ancient Canadian Shield, with its rocky outcrops of billion-year old stone, provides awesome terrain for winter outdoors. There are exciting elevations and a Pandora’s box of breath-taking views. There is a trail suited for everyone…130 km of well-marked trails for both cross-country skiers and snowshoers. Ski and snowshoe rentals are available, and a cosy warm-up cabin. More...

Searchmont/Ranger Lake

The Searchmont Resort provides 4 kilometres of nordic ski trails. More...

Hiawatha Highlands

Towering pines, rugged rocks, and sparkling creeks and waterfalls punctuate this incredible trail system. This is genuine Canadian Shield terrain just 5 driving minutes from Algoma’s Water Tower Inn & Suites. You’ll find a vast network of well-marked cross-country trails (45 kilometres/30 miles) that provide fantastic Nordic skiing at every level. Two trails are dedicated to snowshoeing. Main trails are groomed for classic and ski skating styles. Pets are allowed only on the Mable Lake Trail. Two kilometres are lighted for night skiing. The Soo Finnish club house is a friendly place to warm-up and meet fellow enthusiasts. Ski & snowshoe rentals are available. More...

Sault Ste. Marie Waterfront

The Hub Trail

The John Rowswell Hub Trail, a 25-kilometre, non-motorized system, now circles the core of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. The Hub Trail’s core system was started in 2000, and the central 5-km loop was completed in early 2012. The next phase in its construction will include “spokes” to connect it to major shopping, educational, residential and workplace destinations. The Hub is easily accessed from Algoma’s Water Tower Inn & Suites. More...