Kirkwood Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe Center
The Kirkwood Kirkwood Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe Center is located at 7,800 feet in the beautiful Alpine Valley. This cross country center has it all – groomed trails, gorgeous scenery, and a day lodge to keep you toasty warm! The diverse terrain options make it great for all abilities.
The Meadow System
The meadow system connects the cross country center to the Kirkwood Village and provides the best novice cross country skiing in the area. Over two miles long the meadow is one of the last undeveloped high altitude meadows of its size in the Sierra Mountains. This season Kirkwood is working hard to maintain nearly 15 km of groomed trails throughout the meadow and provide a great option for beginners just learning to XC Ski or snowshoe for the first time. The meadow is also a great option for intermediate and advanced skate skiers!
The Caples Creek System
Directly adjacent to the Kirkwood Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe Center is the Caples Creek system that provides the most diversity of the three systems. The Caples Creek System begins with a long rolling decent into Caples Meadow offering a tranquil experience as one skis or snowshoes along the winding creek. Along the system you will discover beaver ponds, birds of prey, ducks, heron, and all the small fur bearing critters that stay active throughout the winter months.
The Schneider Trail System
At this time, the Schneider Trail system remains closed for the 22/23 winter season
The Kirkwood Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe Center is found just ¼ mile east of Kirkwood Resort along Highway 88, right next to the Kirkwood Inn. After a day of cross country skiing or snowshoeing, sit down and relax with a delicious meal at the Inn.
Cross Country Center Features:
Open 7 days a week (weather permitting) from 9am to 4pm
Park at the Kirkwood Cross Country Center to check-in!
Lessons:10am Classic XC Group Lesson (Daily)
1pm XC Skate Lesson (Sat & Sun)
Private Lessons available upon request – 24 hours in advance
Rentals: Classic, Skate, and Backcountry Nordic Ski equipment, Snowshoes, Fat Bikes
Terrain: Explore beginner & Intermediate terrain in the Kirkwood Meadow and Caples Creek Trail Systems
Map / Directions
1501 Kirkwood Meadows Dr.
Kirkwood, CA 95646
