Local Adventures
Snow
Snowshoeing
 | | Sue and Joleen snowshoeing |
When the snow flies, the Kawarthas is where it's at for snowshoeing. Jackson Park, Mark S. Burnham Park and the Trent University Bird/Wildlife Sanctuary are some local hotspots for snowshoeing areas in the city of Peterborough. If you are looking for something a little more adventurous then places such as the Petroglyphs Provincial Park, Silent Lake Provincial Park, Emily Park and the Warsaw Caves Conservation Area may be more up you alley. So pack up your snowshoes, a thermos of hot chocolate, warm clothes and head outside for fresh air and exercise. Don't forget! Stay tuned to the Events Calendar for the next Snowshoe Demo!
Snowboarding
 | | Resting before the next run |
You're probably not going to be able to find a lot of "pow-pow" or huge vertical in the Kawarthas but there is still some good snowboarding to be had. Devil's Elbow, only a 20 min drive from Peterborough, it is the closest hill to access. The Elbow has 10 runs and a snowpark for the snowboarders and twin tip skiers. Other hills in the area are Kirby - Oshawa Ski Club and Sir Sams in Haliburton.
X-Cross Country Skiing
 | | Dave, Kris, Kieran and Joleen skate skiing |
Whether it's the powerful kick of a classic skier or the graceful speed of a skate skier, nothing beats the rhythmic flow of x-country skiing. Skiing in the Kawarthas can range from skiing on the rail path in Jackson Park to groomed trails at the Kawartha Nordic Centre in Haultain. When there is enough snow on the ground, Jackson Park, the Trent University Bird/Wildlife Sanctuary and even the Rotary Trail can be skied on. The trails are not groomed but it's well worth the effort to get out.
If you are looking for more performance-oriented trails then try out these locations:
Kawartha Nordic Ski Club (KNSC)
KNSC is located 30 minutes north of Peterborough on HWY #28. It has 35km of track set groomed trails for classic skiing and 13.5km of groomed skate trails. There are 4 cabins throughout the trail system, which have first aid and wood stoves to keep warm. For more information on KNSC, visit their web site at www.kawarthanordic.ca.
Silent Lake Provincial Park
Silent Lake is located just north of Apsley on HWY #28. It has 40 km of track set trails and 8km of skate trails. Loops range in distance from 2.5km to 19km and vary in skill from novice to expert. There huts along the trail with wood fireplaces for skiers to have a rest and to warm-up.
Ganaraska Forest Centre
The Ganaraska Forest Centre is located just east of Kirby 40 minutes south of Peterborough. The Forest Centre has over 35 km of groomed and track-set trails for the novice and advanced skier. The trails meander through pine and hardwood forest, offering a challenge to skiers of varying ability levels. For more information on Ganaraska Forest, visit their web site at www.grca.on.ca.
Devil's Elbow
Devil's Elbow located 20 minutes from Peterborough, just north of Bethany. They have 8 km of trails. The trail are groomed but are not track-set. Day passes can be bought at their Chalet. For more information on Devil's Elbow, visit their web site at www.devilselbow.com.
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