Megan Gamble, general manager for Kawartha Nordic Ski Club, can sum up her destination’s attraction in a sentence: “We offer a pristine skiing experience.” The quiet, snowy trails are undeniably beautiful, but she’s not just talking about the tranquil North Kawartha landscape. Thanks to the professionally groomed trails, Kawartha Nordic quite literally makes it easy … Read more
When I first moved to Peterborough, I kept hearing about Kawartha Nordic Ski Club. On a snowy weekend I finally drove the forty minutes north with a few friends, none of whom had cross-country skied since childhood. We rented gear and hit the trails, choosing a gentle loop through the woods with a few manageable hills. The next week my wife and I were at Wild Rock Outfitters getting fitted for skis, poles, and boots.
Kawarthas Northumberland offers a tremendous variety of trails year round, with some hiking and biking routes transitioning perfectly to winter sports. A number of dedicated organizations offer rentals and lessons for beginning or occasional skiers so lack of gear won’t keep you from enjoying the season. Whether you’re interested in classic nordic trails or skate skiing, here are our top picks from the region.