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Grand Mesa Nordic Council Cross Country Skiing Ward Trail

Grand Mesa Nordic Council Trails – Cedaredge

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Go classic and skate skiing on any of the three trail systems situated on the Grand Mesa, namely County Line, Skyway, and Ward. All fifty kilometers or thirty-one miles of these pristine trails are groomed by the Grand Mesa Nordic Council Trails.

Whether you are skating or classic skiing, the Skyway warming hut at the Skyway Trail System welcomes you with open arms. Situated a mere 100 yards from the nearby trailhead, this staging area is the ideal place for children and adult lessons, as well as the Nordic ski races.

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Another Nordic skier on Grand Mesa.

Do leave your furry pets behind as they are very much discouraged on these trails. Fret not though as Ward, County Line, and any of Grand Mesaโ€™s trails are very much dog-friendly.

Cross country skiing by Grand Junction

The County Line Trail System is similarly perfect for classic skiing and skate skiing. Families prefer this trail mostly because of its safe parking facility as well as the easy ski trail provided by the flat Tower Trail. Meanwhile, the Ward Trail System is best for those who prefer to do backcountry skiing. Mesa Lakes, Ward Lake, and Griffiths Lake are perfect snowshoeing trails.

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Grand Mesa cross country skiers.

Considered as the worldโ€™s largest flat-topped mountain, the Grand Mesa has an elevation of more than 10,000 feet. Its heavy snowfalls and long season offers 300 inches of snow every year. Days for winter recreation are plenty. Skiers can enjoy miles of classic ski trails and marked ski touring trails each season.

Nearby downhill skiing can be found at Powderhorn Resort, also on the Grand Mesa. Enjoy a winter drive over this national scenic byway.

Grand Mesa Nordic Council
Cross country skier on Grand Mesa.

Details

Address: Highway 65, Grand Mesa (between Mesa and Cedaredge)

Email: grandmesanordic@gmail.com

Season: Dec-Mar

Trail MapL: Grand Mesa Nordic Council (PNG)

Website: gmnc.org

 

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