Cross-country Skiing/Snowshoeing

Groomed cross-country ski trails invite skiers to experience a winter wonderland. Skiers are welcome to go solo or enjoy the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts at two locations. Both have places to warm yourself.

Itasca State Park, 28 miles of groomed trails for classic and skate skiing, from easy to difficult. Snowshoers may go anywhere in the park, except groomed trails and roads. For more information see: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/itasca/trails.html
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Soaring Eagle Ski Trails and Nordic Center, 13 km of marked and groomed trails. All trails are groomed classical and skate, with Lake Loop being designated classical only. The Nordic Center warming house is open during the ski season. Located 6 miles north of Park Rapids on US Hwy 71. For more information see: http://www.itascatur.org/ski.html