Nordic Center Overview


A snowy path through the woods with trees.

GRAND LAKE NORDIC CENTER

Open or the 2022-2023 season!

Closing March 18

SKI AND SNOWSHOE TRAILS WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS!
Enjoy the scenic views of Rocky Mountain National Park and the Arapaho National Forest at the Grand Lake Nordic Center. We offer the beginner to advanced skier a variety of terrain on 35 km of classic and skate skiing trails.

View of the Never Summer Mountain Range from the GLMRD Nordic Center The terrain and trails are also excellent for snowshoeing, and we have a dedicated dog loop and kid’s tubing hill! The GLMRD Nordic Center is a full-service, outdoor winter destination featuring our ski and snowshoe rentals, lessons, a retail shop, and a winter soup kitchen at the Lodge. Don’t Forget: FREE Kids Program ~ Grand County Kids Ski Free on Fridays (excluding Holidays)!

The grooming of the trails is absolutely wonderful! The Grand Lake Nordic Center is one of our favorite places to ski – the trails are always great, the lodge is so comfortable, and the people are very friendly. – Vanessa and Ben

BEGINNER TO ADVANCED TERRAIN

  • 35 km Groomed Trails for Classic & Skate Skiing $25 per person
  • Ski & Snowshoe Rentals • Retail Shop
  • Snowshoe Trails $15 per person
  • Kids’ Tubing Hill Closing March 18
  • Dog-Friendly Ski & Snowshoe Loop
  • Ski our Scenic River Trail!
  • Retail Shop

Be sure to visit the Events page to find out about everything happening at the Nordic Center this season!

FREE TUBING & SLEDDING HILL
A winter day outdoors is not complete without a bit of tubing or sledding! At the Grand Lake Nordic Center we have a FREE tubing hill available for guests – whether you are out to ski or snowshoe also or not!  Closing March 18

We provide tubes to be shared, or you are welcome to bring your own tubes. We do not have a tow rope available, but do maintain a packed trail to the top of the hill. It is fun for kids and adults of all ages! Donations for the use of the hill are appreciated.