Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
Suite #100, 1988 Olympic Way Canmore, Alberta T1W 2T6 Canmore, AB, Canada

Did you notice new colourful course signs at the Canmore Nordic Centre showcasing 5/10/15km? In collaboration with the @canmore.nordiccentre , we are showcasing... the different race courses for our upcoming Masters World Cup in 2022. Maps of the race course are available on our website, or simply use the QRcode on the signs to get to the maps! Challenge yourself to practise the course and participate in the Masters World Cup 2022. Lots of time to get ready! Thank you Norbert Meier (Event Chair) and Greg Thompson (OC Chair) for putting these up! Canadian Masters Cross Country Ski Association Nordiq Canada Nordiq Alberta Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park

Groomer’s Update - January 4th The last few days have been characterized by warm temperatures and 5-10cm of total snowfall. The recent snow has helped immensely on the natural trails. About 90% of our trails got groomed or/and trackset in the past 48hrs. Snowmaking is still in progress on some biathlon competition trails, Lynx and lower sections of Olympic. Please watch out for equipment and snowmobile traffic in these areas. ... Detailed trail report: https://bit.ly/359OiLy In summary, great skiing right now, Happy New Year! Please remember to practice physical distancing and follow all existing public health measures to protect the health system and slow the spread of COVID-19. Can you guess the trail in this photo?

Have you tried ice skating at the Canmore Nordic Centre? While the rink is maintained by our staff daily, make sure to always check conditions on the trail report before your visit. We need your help to keep this facility open. Please use the rink responsibly and follow all existing public health measures. ... No competitions, games or event can occur on the rink. No shinny or pick-up hockey. Maintain 2 meters from any group outside of your household or two designated contacts. Thank you for your cooperation.

A reminder that snowshoeing, fat biking or walking on cross country ski trails is not allowed at the Canmore Nordic Centre. If you end up on a ski trail by mistake, please avoid walking on the track set or skate lane and stay on the side bank. Snowshoeing and fat biking are allowed on designated trails only. Pop by the visitor information window for recommendations and a trail map.... Remember to practice physical distancing at all times. Follow all existing public health measures to protect the health system and slow the spread of COVID-19.

Heads up fat bikers, hikers and runners. The seasonal wildlife corridor area closure above the Rundle trail is now in effect. This impacts Powerline, Killer Bees, Backdoor, Ziggy's, The Oven, Nector Noodle, Sherwood Forest and the Albertan. Please respect all signage and stay off the closed area. The closure is in effect from December 1 - June 15.

Plan ahead and be prepared for slightly different experience if you are visiting the CNCPP. The daylodge is open for information, washroom use and takeaway food services. Seating, storage and warm up spaces are unavailable at the moment. A reminder to dress accordingly and use your vehicle to prepare for your activity. Racks are available outside of the lodge to store clothes and equipment. Make sure to check the trail report for the latest trail conditions. Winter trail fe...es are in effect between 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. for Cross Country Skiing. Ice Skating, Tobogganing, Snowshoeing and Fat Biking do not require a trail pass. Please check where these activities are allowed. Snowshoeing and Fat Biking are authorized on designated trails only. Rentals and lessons need to be booked ahead of time at TrailSports.com Please practice physical distancing at all times with other visitors from other households, unless they are your designated contacts. Outdoor social gatherings are not permitted.

Private and semi private lessons are available through Trail Sports starting December 5th. Remember to book online at www.trailsports.com

Are you planning to visit the Canmore Nordic Centre this winter? Please plan ahead and be prepared for a slightly different experience as we respond to Alberta Health Guidelines. Call the Visitor Information for the latest updates on snow conditions. The stadium and the Frozen Thunder track are the only trails open currently. Book your rentals and lessons online at www.trailsports.com Wear a mask! Mask are mandatory in all indoor facilities. ... No bag or gear storage in the day lodge. Use your vehicle or the racks located outside. Tables are for @cornerstonecafe.canmore patrons ONLY, and only available to the same household group. If you brought your own lunch, please enjoy it outside. Use the lodge to prepare for your activity but limit your stay to 15min during peak visitation times. Practice physical distancing. Groups are limited to a maximum of 10 (including coaches/instructors). Find more information about our Winter Safety Protocols here - https://bit.ly/2Jwv6Q8 Have a read through our guidelines and help us keep our season safe! Trail report - https://bit.ly/2HSfkP8

Merry Christmas from all of us at the CNCPP. Thank you for your support and for helping keep our trail open and safe for skiing during these difficult times. Please note that the daylodge will CLOSE at 4:30 p.m. today, Thursday December 24th and will be CLOSED all day tomorrow, Friday December 25th 2020. There are no CNCPP staff on site for Christmas Day. No day passes are required, please be cautious if you choose to access the trails. Regular operations resume on December ...26th 2020. In case of an emergency on trails, dial 911 and ask for Kananaskis Emergency Services. Update: Highway 742 is now open! Happy Holidays!

Trail report update https://bit.ly/396m7jD While we are looking forward to more cross country skiing terrain opening, trails are currently not ski ready except for the Frozen Thunder early season snow track. ... Please note that restricted registered track times are no longer in effect on Frozen Thunder and season passes are now valid for use. Snowmaking is in progress on the Cross Country Stadium, Banff Trail and the Biathlon Stadium/Penalty Loop but new terrain will not be available until snow coverage has increased. The ice rink is not yet ready and the tobogganing hill has some very thin spots. Remember to check our Trail Report or call the Front Desk for the latest updates.

A local Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park partner and Frozen Thunder contributor, the Alpine Insurance Alberta World Cup Academy (AIAWCA) is a vibrant, inclusive National Training Centre that exists to develop world-class and world-leading cross-country ski and biathlon racers and citizens for Canada. The AIAWCA volunteer board, staff and supporters, partner with Nordiq Canada, Nordiq Alberta, Biathlon Canada, Biathlon Alberta and the high performance ski community in Ca...nada (including the Canadian Sport Institute Calgary, Winsport, and the various provincial and local clubs and organizations) to create inclusive and supportive cross-country skiing/biathlon program. Watch their video series "Our Community" for an insider look at the Academy programs and how you can contribute via their online auction, live until November 30 - Alberta World Cup

Make sure to visit www.avalanche.ca before heading it out to the backcountry. Avalanche danger is High in the Alpine and at Tree Line in Kananaskis Country. The Canmore Hill from the Grassi Lakes turn off to the Engadine Gates is currently closed for Avalanche control. Grassi Lakes and Reclaimer trails are also closed.

Book your rental equipment and rental online! Trail Sports is our on-site partner for retail, lessons and rental. The shop offers rentals for cross country skiing, fat biking and snowshoeing. They also provide expert advice in the purchase of equipment, clothing and accessories. TrailSports also offers a variety of ski school programs with instructors certified by the Canadian Association of Nordic Ski Instructors. Private lessons are available by booking advance. ... Please note that rental and lesson rates do not include Winter Trail Fees.

Snowmaking update: There is a rupture in the main snowmaking line which is limiting snowmaking at the CNC. We have contractors on site working on fixing this issue. We are hopeful that snowmaking will be up and running again soon however, we cannot determine exactly when it will be fixed. Mother Nature has provided us with a wonderful fall but not a large quantity of snow so we are still limited as to what we will have open for the start of our regular season this upcoming Saturday, November 14th. As a reminder, Frozen Thunder is an intermediate 2.5 km loop and not recommended for beginner skiers. For recommendations to XC ski please give the administration desk a call 403-678-2400.

Trail Report Update - Our winter trail report is now available. https://bit.ly/2IcoE07 Please take note of the following updates: ... Current ski trails conditions - All ski trails are currently dry and not ski ready except for the early season Frozen Thunder 2km track. Frozen Thunder is in good conditions, restricted access rules still apply with public and non registered athletes access starting everyday at 12 noon. 7:00AM to 12 Noon time slots require a Bib. Day passes or early season passes are required. Snowmaking has started, watch for snowmaking equipment and quad/snowmobile traffic on the Cross Country Stadium, Banff Trail and the Penalty Loop. *UPDATE* The disc golf course is now open See photos below for stadium conditions on Sunday, November 1 and Friday, November 6 after the first few hours of snowmaking.

Winter trails in Kananaskis Country will be groomed for the 2020-21 winter season, thanks to a new partnership with the non-profit group, Nordiq Alberta. This ...is great news for skiers and ski clubs, local businesses, nearby communities and Alberta taxpayers. We thank Nordiq for their innovative proposal, and we look forward to building more partnerships with other community groups in the future! To cover the costs of trail grooming and maintenance, Nordiq Alberta will collect parking fees ($10 per day or $50 for a season pass) for trail use at Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Evan-Thomas Provincial Recreation Area, Spray Valley Provincial Park and Sheep River Provincial Park. You can purchase your passes at www.kananaskisgrooming.ca. Learn more here: https://www.alberta.ca/release.cfm