Outdoors
Cross Country Skiing
Experience the Beauty of Wisconsin on Skis
Rolling hills, clear skies, snow-dusted pine trees lining the trails—cross country skiing in Wisconsin is simply a breath of fresh winter air. The trail system here is accessible to all skiers, with well-groomed tracks covering terrain in every direction. Whether your favorite part is traversing the bluffs, taking in nature together or warming up after with some hot cocoa, you’re in for a glorious glide.
For the Family
Cross-Country Ski Trips for a Family Adventure
Snow is no reason to stay inside, especially when the whole family is together. Round up your group, grab your gear and hit the cross-country trails that cover all corners of the state. From frosty Northwoods loops to routes that round frozen lakes, each trek promises scenic gems and warm moments together.
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Enjoy Wisconsin’s Snowy Season on These Cross-Country Ski Trails
Legendary Events
Major Cross-Country Competition
The American Birkebeiner is North America’s cross-country skiing event of epic proportions. Compete alongside 12,000 skiers or cheer them on as they tackle massive mileage—we're talking up to 55 kilometers of snowy routes. Whether you snap into your ski boots or watch from the sideline, this is one winter rush you don’t wanna miss.
Trails for Two
Made for Magical Moments
Take your love for each other—and the great outdoors—out in the snow this winter. Wisconsin’s snowy season is nothing less than magical, even more so on skis! For a romantic rendezvous, bundle up and glide along candlelit trails together, enjoying each other's company under a starry winter sky.
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