Cross Country & Snowshoe Center

Located 1/4 mile east of Kirkwood on Highway 88 and nestled in a beautiful Alpine Valley, our diverse terrain offers excellent skiing for all abilities.

mountain backdrop Cross Country Ski, Snowshoe and more.

15km of groomed trails at 7,800 feet offer some of the most spectacular scenery and exciting terrain in the West.

Kirkwood Meadow trail system - approximately 15 km/ groomed daily

  • Hours of Operation: Open 7 days a week (weather permitting) from 9am to 4pm
  • When you get here: Park at the Kirkwood Cross Country Center to check-in!
  • Lessons: 10am Group Lessons and Private Lessons available upon request
  • Rentals: Classic & Skate Cross Country equipment, Snowshoes and Fat Bikes (reserve in advance)
  • Terrain: Beginner & Intermediate terrain in the Kirkwood Meadow

Day trail passes and season passes now available.

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Ski lessons, coaching sessions and tours available daily. Ask about Elevate Sessions…up to 1 hour to help improve your skills, designed to fit your specific needs.

10am | Introduction ski session, quick review
Or improve your technique

1pm (weekends) | Learn to skate ski

Private Lessons available upon request - email us below to schedule your lesson!

Contact us at 209.258.7248 or email kirkwoodxc@vailresorts.com for additional information.

Call or email us for more information regarding events for the 21/22 winter season!  
#209.258.7248 
kirkwoodxc@vailresorts.com

Due to the recent impacts of the Caldor Fire we currently have our Kirkwood Meadow trail system available for the 21/22 winter season.

The Meadow System
Located across the highway from the center, the meadow system connects the cross country center to the Kirkwood Village and provides the best novice skiing in the region. The meadow itself is over two miles long and is one of the last undeveloped high altitude meadows of its size in the Sierra. This season we are working hard to maintain nearly 15 km of groomed trails throughout the meadow to provide a great option for beginners just learning to XC Ski or snowshoe as well as a great option for intermediate and advanced skate skiers!