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Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing
in the Vernon, Canada Region
The Okanagan Valley is 22 km from Vernon, BC, which is only a half hour drive from Kelowna International Airport. The region lies amidst three lakes with the Okanagan Lake stretching 200 km in length and the Kalamalka Lake, which is a beautiful jade-green color. The valley is known for its wineries and orchards, mild winters and hot summers.
Silver Star Mountain Resort (www.skisilverstar.com, 250-542-0224) is a full service self-contained resort community combined with an alpine ski resort featuring a Victorian village and friendly staff. For a full page of info click Silver Star. There are 60 km of groomed xc skiing and the trail are right outside your door. Part of the National High Altitude Training Center, Silver Star's xc ski trails attract skiers from around the world. Many of them are Olympic athletes in training. The Silver Star network of trails is adjacent to and connected to Sovereign Lakes.
Sovereign Lakes Nordic Centre (250-558-3036, www.sovereignlake.com) has a trail system which has 50 km of groomed and track-set skiing heaven, with several warming huts along the way. This trail network was upgraded for World Cup races with new and wider trails, expanded lighting and parking, and the creation of two biathlon ranges. The trails at the resort are groomed for classic and skate skiing, and 6 km are lit for night skiing. XC, snowshoe, sit-skis, and baby pulks are available to rent. Lessons and guided snowshoe tours also are available and there is a unique Ski Host program with volunteer guides taking guests around trails of their choice. Sovereign Lakes Nordic Centre boasts early season snow and a 4,000 square foot day lodge. CCSAA member
