Flagstaff Skiing Cross Country
Flagstaff skiing cross country style is an invigorating outdoor sport enjoyed by numerous South of Flagstaff residents and visitors. It is a great cardio-workout... and it's fun. Flagstaff skiing cross country locations include three designated facilities within the Coconino National Forest. Two are north of Flagstaff, and one is south.
Most overnight visitors get a room in town. I'll give you a search link to Flagstaff hotels and motels at the end of this page. First, lets talk about the different facilities... Flagstaff Nordic Center is a commercial facility16 miles north of town along Highway 180 at milepost 232. The Nordic Center is operated by a local family-owned business and features groomed trails, a day lodge with rest rooms, refreshments, equipment rentals, lessons, and a shop.
The Nordic Center has 25 miles of groomed trails winding over the foothills of Arizona's highest mountain. Both diagonal stride and ski-skating tracks are provided, as well as access to powder-covered slopes for telemarking.
Trail difficulty ratings range from novice to advanced, but 90% are intermediate. It's a great place to try Flagstaff skiing cross country style. Equipment rentals and instruction are available. A youth ski league with instruction is also available. Follow this link for more information and a map (under FAQ & Help) to Flagstaff skiing cross country style at the Nordic Center. Wing Mountain is located about nine miles north of Flagstaff. This is now a managed facility with a concessionaire, amenities and improvements. To reach Wing Mountain take Highway 180 north about 8 miles and turn left on Forest Road 222B for another mile. Here you'll find a plowed parking area and 17 miles of marked cross-country ski trails.
The trails follow low rolling terrain for the most part, but a few of them have enough incline to provide a good workout. The trails pass by hillsides where you can practice telemarking or a little downhill skiing. Wing Mountain also has a snow play area for sledding, tubing, building snowmen and other snow play activities. The Flagstaff Snow Play page displays a map with all of the cross country skiing facilities marked. Follow this link for more information and a map to Flagstaff skiing cross country style at Wing Mountain. Mormon Lake Ski Touring Center is a commercial facility 25 miles South of Flagstaff at Mormon Lake Village. Take Lake Mary Road south about 20 miles to the second Village turnoff. The Mormon Lake Ski Touring Center offers over 19 miles of groomed trails for novice, intermediate and advanced skiers. The trails traverse the lower slopes of Mormon Mountain and flirt with the shores of Mormon Lake. Fees are moderate at this family style facility which also offers equipment rentals, instructions and a retail shop. A limited number of cabins and rooms are available at the nearby Mormon Lake Lodge. The Lodge also features a cafe, western steak house and saloon. Follow this link for more information and a map to Flagstaff skiing cross country style at the Mormon Lake Ski Touring Center.
Some South of Flagstaff locals don't bother with these
facilities. They use the snow covered Forest Service roads that have
been closed to cars and trucks for the winter. The main drawback to this approach is sharing the trails with
snowmobiles. Here's that search link to Flagstaff motels I promised you.
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December 3, 2011 Flagstaff Nordic Center
Get out in the snow
with Flagstaff Nordic Nook! There is snow on the
ground and it's a great time to get out and enjoy the winter
wonderland. Flagstaff Nordic Nook is open this weekend for
ski and snowshoe rentals.
Season Pass
Holders Get To Ski More!! It's never too
late to purchase a season pass at Flagstaff Nordic Center. Season
Pass Holders enjoy additional days of groomed trails before we
open to the public. Season Pass Holders also benefit with
discounts at many local restaurants and businesses. Here's the deal: Purchase a Season
Pass today. If you're still on the fence,
attend our Season Pass Holder reception on Wednesday, December 7th
at 7pm. We'll meet at Flagstaff Nordic Nook and you can ask
questions, purchase a pass or pick up your pass.
Don't let the cold
weather keep you indoors this Winter Season. Our Yurts and
Camping Cabins are open year round. Winter is here and
Flagstaff Nordic Center is excited to provide you with everything
you need for your winter adventures. Visit our website or Facebook page
for instant information about our snow conditions or opening
status. Contact Nordic Tim if you have a large group or
school group that would like to visit the Nordic Center or Nordic
Nook for your winter activities. Cheers to a Winter Season
filled with fun, fitness and pure joy!!
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Our Large
Yurts and Camping Cabins are
also trail side and are closer to the lodge for a winter
camping experience that the whole family can enjoy. Let us shuttle
your gear or pack it in, either way we provide fire wood, water
and propane to make your stay comfortable.