Gatineau Park
Trails Skied: #1 Penguin Climb, #6, #19, #34, Glide Wax: , Grip Wax:
Took the Penguin climb to the 19 - 34 - 6 loop. Both the groomed trail #1 and the backcountry trails were excellent. We have mid-winter conditions with more reasonable temperatures and great sun. it is a good time to ski.
Jo-Ann, we have different opinions on tracking the steeper hills. For me, the downhills are the reward for the climb. I like to lay a set of turns on the steeper pitches. If there is a track laid, that leaves less room for play. There is no right answer on this issue but I, for one, am happy when there is no track on those slopes.
Gatineau Park is ski paradise! The network of ski trails offer machine groomed skate skiing and classic skiing as well as little groomed backcountry trails. Multiple access points allow skiers to access a variety of terrain and scenery.
The NCC offers season or daily pay rates.
For suggestions on where to ski, excellent trail descriptions, photos and maps checkout Michael McGoldrick`s website about recreational xc-skiing in Canada`s National Capital Region (with an emphasis on the Gatineau Park).
