Trail Condition

CXC Outdoor Rec Center

The trail has been groomed for skating and classic. Snowmaking is currently in progress, and the same sections of the trail as yesterday remain closed.

CXC Outdoor Rec Center

The trail has been groomed for skating and set fresh classic tracks. Sections of the trail are closed due to snowmaking. "Trail Closed" signs have been posted.

CXC Outdoor Rec Center

Not as good as two days ago, but close. Used kick wax today. Would have been better with skins. Uphill at powerline was a tad icy and glazed. Tracks still very firm. Snow only dirty in one bad and obvious spot. Sure would be nice to get some natural snowfall. Cheers!

CXC Outdoor Rec Center

Tracks were decent. Just a little bit of icing but mostly good grip with my skins. Skate deck is very hard. With this cold weather, I was expecting beautiful fresh man-made snow, but there are no snow guns going. What is happening with the snow making? The lack of fresh snow and lack of extended …

CXC Outdoor Rec Center

Tracks are firm and well defined. A bit of dusty snow in them made for excellent kick and glide. I was on skins again today. Waxables would work well. Probably a good green hardwax day. The reversed direction of travel made for a real nice mix-up of striding techniques. Be careful on the extra out-and-back …

BlackHawk Ski Area

Nice trail conditions at Blackhawk today. A great base, looped course and some challenging climbing hills. Thanks to the snowmakers and groomers for their hard work and dedication. NOTE: There will be a school meet on Saturday morning and the trails will be closed until 1:00 pm