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Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing

Although we are small, we have everything necessary for a memorable cross country skiing or snowshoeing experience, including snow most of the time!

Ski Report 3/3/2024:
We have run out of snow! Closed for the season unless we get another storm.
Trail Map

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Elk River offers cross country ski equipment rentals for adults and children, including skis and snowshoes. We rent waxless skis which are easy to use in varying snow conditions. Open 9:30am-4:30pm.

Equipment Rates

Nordic Ski Package: $25/day including skis, boots and poles

Junior Package (12 & under): $20/day

Snowshoes (Adult only): $25/day

Area Use Fee: $12

Trails

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Ten kilometers of trails are adjacent to Elk River Inn & Cabins and border the national forest. We groom the trails around the center with a snowmobile when possible, no skate grooming is available. An additional 25 kilometers of trails are located off the Highland Scenic Highway (WV-150), which is not plowed in winter. We suggest stopping by Elk River to get current trail conditions and a map of the area. There is no cell service available on trails. Snowshoeing trails start at the Inn and the Scenic Highway. Trails range in elevation from 2730' to 4750'. Average snowfall is 150-200" annually. Cross country skiing and snowshoeing are dependent upon natural snowfall. Please read the report above or contact us for current conditions.