FAQ
How do I buy a day pass?
Under Passes, click on Day Passes and select the desired pass (Adult Ski, Youth Ski, Adult Snowshoe, Youth Snowshoe) to pay online. Alternatively, there are donation boxes for cash or cheque payments at each trailhead. Note Day Passes are not required (free) for children ages 5 and under.
Do you rent skis or snowshoes on-site?
No, we don’t have any rentals on site. Skis and snowshoes can be rented in Kelowna at Mountain Lifestyle Outlets or Play it Again Sports.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, dogs are allowed on all snowshoe trails and 23 km of ski trails. Please refer to the canine page for more information.
Do you offer ski lessons?
Absolutely. We currently offer adult lessons in beginner, intermediate and advanced levels for both Classic and Skate Ski disciplines, and Intermediate and Advanced Clinics, private individual lessons, and a children's program in collaboration with the Parkinson's Recreation Centre. New members can also get a FREE lesson. Please refer to Ski Instruction page for further information and to register.
Are there accommodations close by?
There are accommodations at the nearby Idabel Lake Resort or in the city of Kelowna.
What volunteer opportunities are there at Kelowna Nordic? How do I get involved?
Kelowna Nordic runs on volunteers. We couldn't do it without them! When you sign up for your membership, there is a list of volunteer activities on the form you can select from. A similar list can be found here. Please contact volunteer@kelownanordic.com if you have any questions or if you are ready to get involved in your club. We appreciate your support!
Is there cell service at Kelowna Nordic? What about wifi?
While there are some patchy sections, the Rogers network is mostly available throughout our trail system. There is wifi in the main cabin.
My ski group wants to make a trip to Kelowna Nordic. What do we need to know?
If you are bringing a large group of people to Kelowna Nordic, please let us know (email: admin@kelownanordic.com). We would be happy to provide a Nordic host to show your group around the trails and will arrange suitable parking.
How do I get trail information for Kelowna Nordic?
We have free georeferenced pdf maps of the ski and snowshoe trails available on Avenza Maps, a free mobile app that allows you to download maps for offline use. Use your device’s built-in GPS to track your location on any map, plot location, add photos, measure distance, and more. The map does not use your data on the trails but you should be connected to wifi to download the app and maps. You can also download pdf maps for printing from the Ski or Snowshoe pages.
Where can I access snowshoe trails at Kelowna Nordic?
The snowshoe trails can be accessed from the Summit or the Main parking lots. There are no snowshoe trails at the Kallis parking lot. DO NOT SNOWSHOE ON THE SKI TRAILS.
What do I do in the event of an emergency?
Call 9-1-1. Please note that you ski/snowshoe at our own risk. The trails are not patrolled or “swept” at the end of the day.