Feb 6th: Grooming took place at Mt.Shark on Thursday with 15 to 20cm's of fresh snow on the trails from last weeks snowfall. Ursa Major and Hercules continue to have some exposed dirt and rock although much less then previous weeks thanks to the recent snowfall.
The base is quite thin and well below normal for this time of year, and as there has not been substantial snow to push around yet this year (less than 5cm's fell in January), some early season natural hazards exist on most trails. These including a few bumps, uneven surfaces and drainage dips, possible ice, a little exposed brush, and some exposed dirt and/or rocks, mainly on Ursa Major with a couple spots on Hercules.
Updated grooming and track setting information for cross-country ski trails is included on the Live Grooming Report link on the right side of the page.
If heading into the backcountry, be aware of avalanche conditions. Skiers/riders and ice climbers should be aware of overhead hazards. Current conditions can be found at Avalanche Canada.
Note that hiking, snowshoeing and biking are permitted on Watridge Lake Trail only.
At any time come prepared for a variety of conditions. You may want to consider bringing hiking poles, micro spikes, toques, gloves and multiple layers.
Be aware of closures in the area and check advisories before you go.
Notes:
Snow Depths:
Burstall Pass: 109cm
Mud Lake: 70cm
Trail Name | Permitted Activities (Legend) | Length | Status | Keywords |
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Biathlon Range Area
Groomed: Feb 06 |
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Open | Skate Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane | |
Draco
Groomed: Feb 06 Track Set: Feb 06 |
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0.8 km | Open | Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane |
Hercules
Exposed dirt/rocks at the usual spot- the sharp corner about half way around and the cut off just below. Groomed: Feb 06 Track Set: Feb 06 |
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5.4 km | Open | Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane |
Mass Start Area
Six sets of tracks set. Groomed: Feb 06 Track Set: Feb 06 |
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Open | Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane | |
Mount Shark Helipad Access
Groomed: Feb 06 Track Set: Feb 06 |
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Open | Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC Duane | |
Orion
Groomed: Feb 06 Track Set: Feb 06 |
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2.1 km | Open | Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
Pegasus
Groomed: Feb 06 Track Set: Feb 06 |
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2.8 km | Open | Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
Ursa Major
The steepest hills and the thinnest base, with the most exposed dirt and rocks present. Groomed: Jan 23 Track Set: Jan 23 |
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3.1 km | Open | Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
Virgo
Groomed: Feb 06 Track Set: Feb 06 |
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2.8 km | Open | Skate Skiing,Skiing Cross Country Skiing, XC |
Watridge Lake
Groomed: Feb 06 Track Set: Feb 06 |
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3.7 km one-way | Open | Biking/Cycling,E-bikes,Hiking (Winter),Skiing,Skijoring,Snowshoeing Cross Country Skiing, XC ebike, Electric Bike Duane |