Nordic - Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Nordic Centre at Raven Lodge

The Nordic Centre is a Serene Basecamp for Your Winter Adventures.

Nordic skiing at Mount Washington offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the winter wonderland surrounding the resort. The trails at Raven Lodge provide a serene and scenic setting for cross-country skiing, and the facilities and services available ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for Nordic skiers of all levels.
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The quiet serenity of Strathcona’s old-growth forests will do more for your well-being than a day at the spa. Snowshoeing at Mt. Washington will transport you to a magical wonderland featuring 22 kms of meandering trails with unexpected views. Trail passes, rentals and maps are available at Raven Lodge.
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Fat Bikes are now available at the Nordic Centre located at Raven Lodge. Enjoy parts of our Nordic trail system on a fat tire mountain bike. Approximately 15 km of beautiful and scenic cross-country trails for two-wheel exploration. Conditions permitting.
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Nordic Center at Mt Washington
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Total XC Trails

55 km

Total Nordic Trails

MARCH 23RD & 24TH WEEKEND

Explore the Magic of Raven Lodge:

Nordic Festival

Third annual Nordic Festival at Mount Washington Alpine Resort's Raven Lodge the weekend of March 23rd to 24th - featuring fun winter activities for the whole family! Join us on Saturday the 23rd for an outdoor vendor market, Rossignol XC ski demos, Nomadic Sauna sessions, snowshoe tours, a scavenger hunt, a s'mores fire pit, dog-friendly activities, and more! 

Book a Nomadic Sauna session!

Sunday, March 24th will be a more laid-back day where guests can enjoy the fire pit, participate in the scavenger hunt and sign up for discounted lessons and snowshoe tours. Plus, it's the Nordic Pass Holder BBQ!

XC trails have opened in Strathcona Park! Contact the Raven Lodge team for more info or to book a lesson or clinic - nordic@mountwashington.ca or 250-334-5763

Mount Washington Alpine Resort Season Pass Lowest Price Ends April 8th

Get The Lowest Price Until April 8th!
24/25 Gold Pass Price Drop

Pass deals for our 2024/25 season are dropping! Get the lowest possible price on access for next winter, for a limited time only until April 8th, 2024. Adult Gold Passes are just $799, offering unlimited alpine or Nordic access, plus the best Xtra Perks. Visiting only 6 days all winter pays off your Season Pass compared to single-day lift tickets, plus, if you're a new Pass Holder joining the club, enjoy free skiing for the rest of this spring, 2024! Don't miss out on the 2024/25 season's sweetest savings, reload your pass today.
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Mount Washington Raven Lodge

About Raven Lodge
at the Nordic Centre

The Raven Lodge serves as the starting point for a network of well-groomed Nordic skiing trails. These trails traverse the picturesque winter landscape of Mount Washington, the Strathcona Provincial Park and cater to skiers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced.

At Raven Lodge, you'll find a rental shop where you can rent cross-country skis, poles, and boots. The staff can assist you in choosing the appropriate equipment and provide guidance on fitting and usage.
About Raven Lodge
Mount Washington Raven Lodge

Cross-Country Conditions
at the Nordic Centre


Nordic skiing at Mount Washington offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the winter wonderland surrounding the resort. The trails at Raven Lodge provide a serene and scenic setting for cross-country skiing, and the facilities and services available ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for Nordic skiers of all levels.
Nordic Conditions
Mount Washington Raven Lodge

Tickets and Passes
Cross-Country Skiing, Fat Biking and Snowshoeing

Nordic skiing at Mount Washington offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the winter wonderland surrounding the resort. The trails at Raven Lodge provide a serene and scenic setting for cross-country skiing, and the facilities and services available ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for Nordic skiers of all levels.
Tickets & Passes
Mount Washington Raven Lodge

Lessons and Programs
Learn to XC Ski

Welcome to the Nordic Centre at Raven Lodge! These lessons are customized for any ability level from beginners to experts, with classic and skate XC lessons, snowshoe tours, fat biking and more!
Lessons and Programs
Mount Washington Raven Lodge

Nordic Rentals
Cross-Country Skiing, Fat Biking and Snowshoeing

Our full-service Nordic rental shop is conveniently located in the Nordic Centre’s picturesque Raven Lodge. We feature a full line of Rossignol skate and classic skis and boots, MSR snowshoes as well as Rocky Mountain Blizzard bikes. Save time in the rental line and rent your gear online.
Nordic Rentals
Snowshoeing at Mount Washington Raven Lodge

Snowshoeing
Rentals, Lessons and more

The quiet serenity of Strathcona’s old-growth forests will do more for your well-being than a day at the spa. Snowshoeing at Mt. Washington will transport you to a magical wonderland featuring 22 kms of meandering trails with unexpected views. Trail passes, rentals and maps are available at Raven Lodge.
Snowshoeing
Fatbiking at Mount Washington Raven Lodge

Fatbiking
Rentals, group rides and more

Fat Bikes are now available at the Nordic Centre located at Raven Lodge. Enjoy parts of our Nordic trail system on a fat tire mountain bike. Approximately 15 km of beautiful and scenic cross-country trails.
Fatbiking
Mount Washington Raven Cafe

Raven Cafe
at the Nordic Centre

Get your day started from Raven Lodge with fresh baked goods, or an organic coffee from the barista bar. Daily lunch offerings include soups, sandwiches, and salads. The special Snowshoe Fondue with wine pairing events happen every Friday and Saturday evening, plus special holidays.

Raven Cafe
Mount Washington Raven Retail

Raven Retail
at the Nordic Centre

Raven Retail Expert staff will assist in getting you out on the Nordic trails in style and comfort with top-of-the-line gear from Rossignol and other top brands like Sugoi, Kari Traa, Daehlie, MSR, and more!
Nordic Centre

NOrdic Centre

Get your day started with fresh baked goods or an organic coffee from the barista bar. Daily lunch offerings include soups, sandwiches, and salads. Snowshoe Fondue with wine pairings on Saturday evenings.

Contact Us

Mount Washington Alpine Resort
P.O. Box 3069, STN Main
Courtenay, British Columbia, V9N 5N3
1-250-338-1386
Toll-Free: 1-888-231-1499
First Aid 1-250-334-5741

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