Cross Country Ski Trails
Ski Trails Open for 2020-2021 Season
Ski trails are now open in full compliance with the Sports and Activities guidelines and restrictions as required by the Chief Medical Health Officer and regulated under the Government of Saskatchewan’s Re-open Saskatchewan Plan. Signage at each trail will provide tips and recommendations for participants during COVID-19.
Know Before You Go!
To help ensure a greater skiing experience for all users, please follow the ski trail etiquette:
- Step off the trail for faster skiers
- If you fall, move out of the way
- Ski on the right on double tracks
- Obey directions on one-way trails
- Dogs are not permitted on groomed trails
- Do not walk on the ski trail
Protect yourself and others from COVID-19 while using the ski trails by following these guidelines:
- Do not use the trails if you are sick
- Stay 2 metres apart from those not in your group
- Your group must not exceed the restrictions on public gatherings
Whether a novice, intermediate or advanced skier, you can enjoy a cross country ski experience right here in Saskatoon!
Cross country ski trails are maintained along the East and West banks of the beautiful South Saskatchewan River and in a variety of parks and open spaces throughout Saskatoon.
Nordic Ski Club offers cross country ski lessons for children, youth and adults in Kinsmen Park. For more information visit Saskatoon Nordic Ski
Trail Updates
| Location | Date set | Condition Status | Maintained By | Access Point | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Park Golf Course |
Jan 19 |
Good | City of Saskatoon | Avenue U South | Outside loop 3.5km double track & skating track |
| Lower Meewasin Park | Jan 19 | Good | City of Saskatoon | Pinehouse & Whiteswan Drive | Loop 4.8 km single track |
| Upper Meewasin Park | Jan 19 | Good | City of Saskatoon | Pinehouse & Whiteswan Drive | Loop 3.4 km single track |
| Meewasin Park to Adilman Buffer | Jan 19 | Good | City of Saskatoon | East end of Adilman Drive or Meewasin Park | 2 km single track |
| Diefenbaker Park | Jan 19 | Good | City of Saskatoon | Ruth Street & St. Henry Ave | 2.6 km single track |
| Forest Park | Jan 19 | Good | City of Saskatoon | Lowe Road, Nelson Road & Forest Drive | 2 km single track - Connecting link to Silverspring Park |
| Wildwood Golf Course | - | Visit Saskatoon Nordic Ski Club for more information | Nordic Ski Club | 8th Street East |
Outside loop - 2.5 km trail set for classic skiing Inside loop - 5.5 km trail that winds through the middle of the |
| Kinsmen Park | - | Visit Saskatoon Nordic Ski Club for more information | Nordic Ski Club | Spadina Cres. West by the Mendel Art Gallery | 2.7 km single track set for both classic and skate style skiing |
Community Association Ski Trails
The following Community Associations have set ski trails in neighborhood parks. Tracks may not be maintained regularly, and conditions may vary depending on usage and weather.
- Adelaide Park/Churchill Community Association - Churchill Park
- Brevoort Park Community Association - Brevoort Park
- Briarwood Community Association - Donna Birkmaier Park
- Buena Vista Community Association - Buena Vista Park
- Caswell Hill Community Association - Ashworth Holmes Park
- Eastview Community Association - James Anderson Park
- Hudson Bay Park/Mayfair Community Association - Henry Kelsey Park
- King George & Riversdale Community Associations - Victoria Park
- North Park/Richmond Heights Community Association - G.D. Archibald Park
- Queen Elizabeth - Exhibition Community Association - Weaver Park
- River Heights Community Association - Umea Park
- Rosewood Community Association - Hyde Park
- Silverwood Heights Community Association - W.J.L. Harvey Park North
- South Nutana Park Community Association - Harold Tatler Park
- Varsity View Community Association - Grosvenor Park and President Murray Park