Trails

Come ski with us!

Come ski on our growing network of groomed trails for classic and skate-skiing at Wesley Clover Parks (WCP), where we are now the resident ski club. There are 2 trail systems:

  1. Upper/Campground System: Access gate is between the WCP Campground entrance and P3 on Corkstown Rd. Look for the red KN flags at the gate entrance!
  2. Equestrian Trail System: 401 Corkstown Rd

A day pass for skiing $12.00 and $7.00 for snowshoeing payable at the trailhead or online; members have a season trail pass as part of their membership.

Trails are groomed by volunteer groomers several times a week. The groomers post updated conditions to Nordic Pulse as soon as they are able. Trail conditions can change quickly, depending on usage and the weather.

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Note that trails are not patrolled. We recommend that you do not ski alone.

 

 

 

Gate Hours

Gate times at both 401 Corkstown (the equestrian park) and entrance on the hill (marked with red flag):

Open at 7:30am

Close at 10:00pm

7 days a week when the trails are open / Ensure your vehicle is out by 9:55pm

NOTE: During the Magic of Lights event, the gate on the hill at the red flag will close to skiers and snowshoers at 3:30pm. Any cars still in the parking lot at 3:30pm will be locked in for the night. DO NOT SKI ON OR NEAR THE LIGHT DISPLAYS OR THEIR ELECTRICAL CORDS. After the Magic of Light, from Jan 11 – 15, the gate may be closed while the displays are disassembled.

Overview

Come ski on our growing network of over 18km of groomed trails for classic and skate-skiing at Wesley Clover Parks. Trail improvements happen each season. We ask that you please respect the trails which includes no bicycling (including no fatbiking), no walking and no snowshoeing on ski trails. We offer a dedicated 3km snowshoe trail in addition to the ungroomed trail from P3 to trail 12 that is suitable for snowshoeing. Dogs are not permitted on any trails.

The public is welcome to get out to ski and enjoy the trails. You can buy a ski day pass for $10.00 or a snowshoe day pass for $5.00; children under 13 are no charge. Kanata Nordic members receive a season trail pass as part of their membership to ski the trails as often as they like throughout the season. Day passes can be purchased at either trailhead or you can pre-purchase a day pass online.

Trails are groomed approximately 3 times per week by volunteer groomers. Trail conditions will vary depending on snowfall and snow conditions. It is recommended that you do not plan your ski on Saturday’s between 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm when lessons take place and there is more limited trail space.

We share our trail network with local wildlife and ask that you avoid approaching or interacting with them.

We also share the Parks with the Forest and Nature School, which operates year-round and is located north of the campground area. Classes are run largely outdoors, so please help the school maintain its privacy and security  by staying clear of their access road, structures (including their porta-potty), and activities.

Equipment Rentals

Please consult the following page about Kanata Nordic’s rental equipment offerings: https://www.kanatanordic.ca/trails/equipment-rentals. 

If the times are inconvenient to your needs, we can recommend the following knowledgeable retailers. We suggest you call ahead to determine availability. Kanata Nordic members receive a discount — ask for it!

Skiing the Trails: Trail Information & Guide 

Please follow and abide by these trail rules and etiquette to help make the trails a safe and fun place for everyone. 

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  • Trails are not patrolled / Use them at your own risk
  • Kanata Nordic trails and open areas are reserved for cross-country skiing or snowshoeing in the winter months. Other activities are not permitted. Please be aware that Wesley Clover Parks has other partners who also run activities outdoors.
  • No biking, walking or snowshoeing on the groomed ski trails. Dogs are not permitted on the trails.
  • Be cautious at the railway line — the only safe way to cross is to use marked crossings and obey all signs and signals
  • Our trails are groomed by a dedicated volunteer team
  • No skis or poles are allowed inside any of the buildings. All equipment must stay outside on designated racks.

Trail Etiquette 

  1. Yield the right of way to skiers coming downhill
  2. Do not ski behind the groomers
  3. Use caution on hills and keep right as all trails are 2-way traffic unless otherwise posted
  4. Follow the proper direction on one-way trails
  5. When meeting oncoming skiers move to the right so there’s room to pass each other
  6. Faster skiers should step around slower skiers with a friendly warning
  7. Stop on the trail only when you are visible from above and if you are not obstructing the trail
  8. When you fall, move off the track and then fill in any holes so it is safe for following skiers
  9. If walking is necessary, stay to one side and avoid walking in tracks
  10. Be courteous and helpful to fellow skiers

Happy skiing!