Whether you want to hit the slopes or take a snowmobile ride on the trails, the KDCDC region in Northern Ontario offers snow-filled activities for every winter sports enthusiast.
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For a great time come to Kirkland Lake & District, the snowmobiling hub of the north for some of the best sledding around!
Snow Mobile Trails:
Come to the snowmobiling hub of the north for some of the best sledding there is! The Golden Corridor Snowdrifters maintains a network of snowmobile trails in northeastern Ontario and connects them to trails in northwestern Quebec, making our district a great starting point for extended trips, or a great area for a short leisure ride. Take a look at the OFSC Interactive Trail Guide to plan your next ride!
Important Info:
- Wear an approved snowmobile helmet
- Obey speed limits, and adjust your speed according to weather, and roadway and trail conditions
- Do not drive impaired
- Take extra precautions when driving on lakes and rivers. Wear a personal floatation device or floated snowmobile suit
Ski Hill:
Looking to hit the slopes? Take the T-bar to the top of the Larder Lake Ski Hill and enjoy the day on their six runs and snowboarding pipe. This hill can accommodate a wide range of skiers, making it the perfect hill for a family ski day! The chalet is the best place to warm up and grab a bite during or after a day on the slopes. For rates and hill condition updates, check out their Facebook page.
Cross-Country Ski Trails:
Located behind the complex, Clancy’s Trails offers 11.7 kms of cross-country skiing trails through six different loops that are maintained throughout the season by a local group of volunteers. These trails can accommodate skate skiing in addition to groomed skiing tracks. For information on trail conditions, check out the Kirkland Lake Cross Country Ski Runners Facebook page or call the complex at 705-567-5215.
Click here to download the trail map.
Need cross-country ski equipment? The Joe Mavrinac Community Complex offers free rentals, on a first come, first serve basis. Junior and adult classic skis as well as adult skate skis are available (security deposit is required). They also offer cross-country ski lessons for beginners! For rentals or to book a lesson, call ahead at 705-567-5215.
The Englehart Nordic Ski Club maintains 12 kilometers of groomed cross-country/skate skiing trails, within the Kap Kig Iwan Provincial Park. A chalet is also available on the weekends from 11 am to 4pm for skiers to warm up! For information on trail conditions and usage fees, check out the Englehart Nordic Ski Club Facebook page.
Are you in need of cross-country ski rentals? The club has limited skis available to rent. Adult skis are available for a small fee and children ski rentals are free.
Click here to download the trail map.
Larder Lake has an abundant network of trails, ranging from easy to difficult. Cross country ski through the forest and enjoy the view from one of the spectacular lookouts on the way.
Click here to download the trail map.
The area boasts many winter trekking opportunities! Check out the favourite maintained trails below:
Snowshoeing Trails:
Although the park is not open during the winter months, there are many trails that can be taken from the highway to the remote lakes in the Park Extension.
Located behind the Joe Mavrinac Community Complex, Clancy’s trails provide 8 kilometers of snowshoe trails that are well maintained by a local group of volunteers. These trails are great for all levels of snowshoeing, making it the perfect family activity! Do you need snowshoes? The Joe Mavrinac Community Complex offers free snowshoe rentals (security deposit required).
Click here for a map!
The Englehart Nordic Ski Club provides 8 kilometers of snowshoe trails to be enjoyed throughout the Kap-Kig-Iwan provincial park.
Click here for a map!
Larder Lake has an abundant network of snowshoe trails, ranging from easy to difficult. Take a snowshoe through the forest and enjoy the view from one of the spectacular lookouts on the way.
Click here for a map!
Important info:
The region boasts many bush roads, back-country trails, and lakes for a more challenging snowshoe. No matter what you choose, please snowshoe safely! Inform someone of where you are going and how long you intend to be. Please dress and equip yourselves appropriately.
- Kirkland Lake Complex
- Englehart Nordic Ski Club
Tobogganing is a perfect winter activity for families and children of all ages. Grab your toboggans and check out the following hills:
- Larder Lake Ski Hill – Larder Lake
- Knott Street Hill – Matachewan
Important info:
- Check the hill to make sure it is free of hazards
- Wear a helmet
- Ensure your route is clear before sliding
- Do not stand or lie head first.
- Kneel or sit on your toboggan.