Places to Ski

Rockway Golf Course, Kitchener

Through agreement with the City of Kitchener, Rockway Golf Course is the official home of the WRNSC trails. For Information and maps: https://wrnsc.ca/trail-map/

Schneider’s Woods, Wilmot

Schneider’s Woods provides lovely classic trails through nature. Trails are not groomed, but due to their popularity tracks are quickly skied in after every snowfall. Thanks to the generosity of the Schneider family these trails are now part of the rare Charitable Research Reserve. Trails are free to use, but rare does request donations. Please follow the posted rules including no dogs, and no hiking in the winter. There are multiple entrances. A popular entrance is at Wideman Rd and Wilmot Line.

Bechtel Park, Waterloo

Bechtel park is a popular skiing location in Waterloo. Please note the trails are no longer maintained or groomed by the WRNSC.
https://www.waterloo.ca/en/things-to-do/bechtel-park.aspx

Conservation Areas: Laurel Creek (Waterloo), Shade’s Mills (Cambridge)

These conservation areas groom trails for classic and skate. Their may only groom after significant snowfalls or weekends. Rental equipment is sometimes available. There is a fee to enter the conservation areas.

Information about the available trails is at https://www.grandriver.ca/en/outdoor-recreation/Skiing-and-snowshoeing.aspx

Information about current grooming and rental availability status is at: https://www.grandriver.ca/outdoor-recreation/conservation-areas/conservation-area-activity-status/

Highlands Nordic, Duntroon/Collingwood

Early in the season and during marginal snow conditions in Waterloo, Highlands Nordic gets ski enthusiasts going. It is a full service cross-country ski area with a pro shop, ski rentals, a cafeteria, and superbly groomed ski trails for both classic and skate skiing. It is always worth the drive for a nice day out of town.
For more information you can visit their website at https://www.highlandsnordic.ca/

Mono Nordic, Mono/Orangeville

Mono Nordic is a great destination when conditions in Waterloo Region deteriorate. They groom trails for classic and skate skiing. Their season is typically shorter than Highlands, but much longer than at our Kitchener Trails. The close location and affordable fees make it a great day trip.

Fore more information you can visit their website at https://mononordic.com/