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WASAGANORDICCENTRE
The rare dune topography of Wasaga Beach Provincial Park is the 800-hectare backdrop to 30km
of groomed ski trails plus an 8km skate-skiing trail winding through a bayside forest of oaks and
towering pines. The Nordic Centre is equipped with a snack bar, a fireplace, and rentals. Expert
skiers can challenge themselves on the High Dunes Trail while beginner skiers can choose the more
leisurely Blueberry Trail. Includes outback ski shelters.
KOLAPOREUPLANDS
A volunteer associationmanages this 50km network of trails in the vast, hilly, and thickly forested
Kolapore Uplands (20km southwest of Collingwood). The trails are not machine-groomed but
Kolapore attracts somany hardcore skiers that someone usually makes tracks by 9am on a typical
morning. People have lost their way in Kolapore before, so we recommend investing in a trail map—
check website for details. Maps also available at Ravenna Country Market, in Collingwood at Little
Ed's Bike & Ski Shop, and at the Kimberley General Store
SCENICCAVESNATUREADVENTURESNORDICCENTRE
Scenic Caves sits up at the perfect elevation for reliable snow conditions. Glide along 27km of
nordic ski trails throughmature forest, groomed daily for both classic and skate styles. Trails are
ideal for recreational skiers, well marked and rated by level of difficulty. The property includes 10km
of snowshoe trails winding through the forest and across a 420’ suspension bridge with views over
the Bay. You can also ski at night or reserve a guided night snowshoe. Equipment rentals, waxing
facilities, warm-up chalet and lessons available.
HIGHLANDSNORDIC
This is more than an impressive collection of ski trails high on the Escarpment. The Highlands
Outdoor Education Centre offers curriculum based programs for elementary grades. They also offer
ski programming starting at age four, including Masters for the nordic aficionado. The facility boasts
24km of both classic and skate ski trails (groomed extra-wide) and 7km of snowshoe trails. The
8000 sq.ft. lodge is complete with cafeteria, meeting rooms, pro-shop, and rentals. Located 10km
south of Collingwood off Hwy. 124.
SAWMILLNORDICCENTRE
Located on the lower Bruce Peninsula off Highway 6 between Shallow Lake and Hepworth, Sawmill
offers gentle loops for beginners and challenging hills for experts with a total of 11km of ski trails
groomed for both classic and skate, plus 5km of snowshoe trails. The trails flow through rolling
land, sheltered by towering stands of hardwood and evergreen. All ski trails are marked by level of
difficulty—easy, moderate or difficult. Sawmill is often used by clubs and schools for ski races and
practice. Other key features: illuminated loop for skiing at night; heated ski hut open every day
during daylight hours.
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