Gatineau Park
Trails Skied: #6, #30, #4, #22, #34, Glide Wax: , Grip Wax:
Nice warm day, decided on a few backcountry trails. Although Skyline #6 is not recommended I only did the short part (flatter section) clockwise up to intersection of trail # 34. Then I skied #22 from one end to the other, quite nice , only a few surface rocks, one fallen tree covered just before the intersection of trail #4 ,otherwise in excellent shape and all the small ditches are covered too.
After a short run on #4, then back up on #34 (watch out if you come down on #34 right before you hit #4 there is a uncovered ditch), the rest of the trail is in good shape.
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).
