LNSA Trail Maps and Directions

Lander Nordic Ski Association

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Its all about doing circles...

Trail Maps and directions

Our primary venue is Beaver Creek, but if conditions allow, we will also groom some tracks at the Lander Golf course.
Beaver Creek has 10+ km of rolling trails, groomed for skate and classic techniques. Go to the "Conditions and Grooming" page for updates on conditions.
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For a larger trail map, or to print it out, MAP

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Skiers Responsibilities:
The following guidelines help make your skiing experience safer and more considerate of other skiers.

Stay in control at all times. Ski in a manner that does not endanger others.

Don't stop in the middle of the trail. Move off to one side.

Obey all signs and posted warnings.

Yield to skiers coming down hill.

All trails are 2 way traffic...stay to your right.

Grooming equipment could be on the trails at aany time - stay alert.

PLEASE - No Dogs on the groomed trails.

Do have fun and enjoy the beauty of this area.

Ski at your own risk!

Beaver creek trails are about 22 miles from Lander, up the South Pass Hwy 28. The parking area is on the right (West) side of the highway. The trails are at an elevation of 8000'. For Google map driving directions to Beaver Creek, click here..... revised location thanks to Scott.

Those trails are on Forest Service and BLM lands, where we operate under a cooperative agreement.

There are maps at the Beaver creek trailhead kiosk: unless Norm took them.....

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LOST AND FOUND:
Post your lost and found items at the NordicForum website.

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Beaver Creek Nordic Ski Area welcomes skiers of all ages and abilities. Developed by skiing enthusiasts of Lander Nordic Ski Association (LNSA) and operating under a Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management Cooperative Agreement. Beaver Creek provides a groomed skiing opportunity for both classic and skate skiing.
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NEW INFO: USFS WILLOW CREEK MULTI-USE TRAIL SYSTEM

Cross-country ski trails at Willow Creek (formerly South Pass) have been cut out by Forest Service Trail Crews.

The trail system had largely been abandoned due to access issues. Forest Service employees found an alternate access from Highway 28 that utilizes USFS roads to re-link the once cut off trail system. The trail-head is located about 34 miles west of Lander (across from the main entrance to South Pass City).

The trails, about 15 miles of them - have been brushed out, mapped, re-blazed, and will have occasional grooming. The district is hoping to obtain the old groomer from the Lander Nordic Skiing Association to establish a great base for snow shoers’ and skiers alike.

Particularly pleasing to pet owners is that pets will be allowed on these trails. Pets are not welcome at the Beaver Creek Ski area - due to safety concerns, regular grooming expenses, and to keep the area competition ready. So the new “old” system has appeal for a more traditional romp through the forested glades on the remote southern tip of the Winds.

The area is a work in progress. This winter recreation staff will continue to add blazes, look for additional routes for expansion, and ideally provide grooming after snow storms. One challenge was repairing an old bridge that crosses Willow Creek. The bridge that had once served as a route for a snow cat has a broken stringer - posing a safety hazard. FS crews used two Handy Man Jacks to lift the broken stringer and then reinforced it with log sills - to make it usable for another season. A new bridge will be needed in the future. Wildlife abounds. Moose, bear, elk, deer, cougars, martins, birds, ermine, coyotes, winter hare, and porcupines live here - so keep pets safe by not allowing them to harass wildlife.

Cell phone coverage is not good. Plan ahead. Prepare for the worst. Tell others of your plans. Dial 911 for emergencies. Please park in a manner that will not impede snow plows and emergency parking in the turn-around

Click HERE for map

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