Yukon
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Yukon Skiing

DOWNHILL SKIING & SNOWBOARDING

With 5-6 months of snow and ice, Whitehorse is a dream come true for those passionate about winter!

Schedule

Expected open date: December 4
Expected closing: mid April
Hours of Operation
Friday-Sunday: 11am-4pm
Early February to end of season: 10am-4pm

Open every day over Christmas break and March break.

15 minutes from downtown Whitehorse
Mt. Sima Alpine Adventure Park
770 Mt. Sima Road, Whitehorse, Yukon

Phone: (867) 668-4557
Snow Phone: (867) 667-7547

Mt. Sima Stats

Base Elevation: 853 metres / 2,800 Feet
Top Elevation: 1,180 metres / 3,900 Feet
Vertical Drop: 318 metres / 1,043 Feet
Longest Run: 2.5 km / 1.5 miles
Lifts: High speed fixed grip & handle tow

For the complete operating schedule and list of events visit:

mountsima.com

WHITEHORSE NORDIC CENTRE

The Whitehorse Nordic Centre is operated by the Whitehorse Cross Country Ski Club and offers 85 kilometres of groomed trails for classic, skate skiing, and snowshoeing.
An additional 20 kilometres of ungroomed single track is available for snowshoeing and ski touring. The trail system, combined with a great indoor facility, varied programs and affordable fees, makes the Whitehorse Nordic Centre a popular choice for winter recreation.

DAY PASS / SEASON PASS

  • Adults (19 to 63) $17 / $305*
  • Youth (ages 7-15) $9 / $75*
  • Student (16 & older) $9 / $188*
  • Seniors (64-74) $9.00 / $220*
  • 75+ Free**
  • Family Day Pass $40
  • Children (under 6) Free when skiing with an adult with a valid day pass

Prices subject to change. * Processing fees may be applicable. ** Ski passes are free but skier need to wear one for insurance purposes (ask for it at the Ski Shop).

INDOOR AMENITIES

Waxing benches, change rooms, showers, saunas, and licensed lounge.

SERVICES

Cross country ski and snowshoe rentals, lessons, ski repairs, accessories and snack bar with coffee, hot chocolate, soup, and energy bars.

CONVENIENT LOCATION

Five minutes from downtown Whitehorse. Accessible by bus or taxi. Two minute walk from Canada Games Centre.

SAFE SKIING

Our trails are wide, professionally groomed and well marked with signs. Trail conditions are monitored and updated daily. Trail maps are free of charge.

This trail system is one of the best in Canada. The trails have been designed for classic skiing, skate skiing and, snowshoeing.

CLASSIC SKIING

About 75 kilometres are groomed and track set for classic skiing. The McIntyre Ascent Trail is groomed and tracked occasionally. Pierre Harvey and the Sarah Steele inner loops are left untracked but they are still suitable for classic skiing.

SKATE SKIING

Most trails are groomed for skate skiing. Skate skiers share the trails with those who want to classic ski. The McIntyre Ascent Trail is not recommended for skate skiing.

SNOWSHOEING

Snowshoeing is allowed on all trails with the purchase of a day pass (includes snowshoe rental). Some snowshoe routes are marked with signs to show the way.

SNOWBIKING

Snowbiking is allowed on designated single track trails. For info about access and rules please call 668-4477.

YUKON SKIING

Whether you prefer cross-country skiing on well-marked groomed trails, or breaking trail on virgin snow there are plenty of options in the Yukon.

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

The community of Mount Lorne (30 min from Whitehorse) maintains about 12 km of ski trails.

There is a network of trails just north of Haines Junction with at least 15 kilometres of trails packed and track set.

CHADBURN LAKE TRAILS:

• Blue Trail (11.8 kilometres) • Red Trail (4.3 kilometers)
• Green Trail (4 kilometres) • Yellow Trail (8.3 kilometres) • Each trail features different elevation gains and terrain. • Magnusson on Grey Mountain Road is another option.

The Log Cabin ski trail is another interesting option for cross- country skiers. The Father Mouchet/Buckwheat ski trails, home to the annual Buckwheat Ski Classic race, begin across the tracks from the Log Cabin parking lot and are packed and maintained by volunteers throughout the winter.

SAFETY

Remember, for every winter outdoors activity you are solely responsible for the evaluation of conditions and risks. Use Caution when in the backcountry; even a small incident could lead to serious consequences.

  • Be sure to have a realistic objective that fits your abilities.
  • Plan your trip and stick to your plan.
  • Never go alone.
  • Let someone else know where you are going and when you will be back.
  • Be prepared for an emergency.

NORDIC BACKCOUNTRY

Nordic backcountry skis are the widest and heaviest style of cross-country skis and are designed to tackle deeper snow and more challenging off-trail terrain. Most backcountry touring skis have a metal edge similar to alpine skis, which provides added stability on harder snow. This style of ski essentially falls in between a light touring ski and a full-blown telemark ski.

In the Haines Junction area there are enjoyable trails like the Auriol trail, a 16-kilometre loop or the Alsek River trail, an old mining road which leads you through wonderful peaks.

Along the Dempster highway, Tombstone Territorial Park offers more than 2,000 km2
of unique protected wilderness, reserved for adventurous and skilled skiers.

BACKCOUNTRY SKIING

Alpine touring, telemark, or a split board are recommended for backcountry skiing.

Conditions are optimal in spring when days are already getting longer.

For backcountry skiing, White Pass on the South Klondike highway and Haines Pass on the Haines road are easily accessible. You can ski from the highway and it offers a diverse kind of terrain, from easy slopes to extreme steep lines.

Keep in mind that ski touring necessitates
a good knowledge of mountains, snow,
and avalanche conditions. It is strongly recommended that beginners go with a person who has strong skills and experience.

THE SKI BASE

The Ski Base is located in the Ski Chalet (lower level Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre) and is the official service centre for the Whitehorse Cross Country Ski Club.For more information about rentals and lessons visit www.xcskiwhitehorse.ca or call 668-4477.

AT THE SKY BASE YOU CAN:

  • purchase day passes
  • purchase season passes (memberships) and spring passes
  • get your skis hot waxed and tuned
  • get waxing advice
  • get skis, poles and bindings repaired
  • rent ski equipment
  • rent nordic blades
  • rent snowshoes
  • rent baby glider – child pulk with single pole – shock corded (baby must be older than 3 months)
  • sign up for ski lessons
  • purchase ski accessories
  • purchase used ski rental equipment
  • ask any questions about the facility and trails
  • purchase coffee, tea, hot chocolate, soup and snacks