USFWS
Kenai National Wildlife Refuge
Alaska Region

Visiting the Refuge

Cross Country Skiing

Refuge Ski Trails. USFWS. Click to view Crosscountry Ski Snowshoe Trails (pdf - 1100kb)Nordic Lake Trails

  • Cheechako - Orange - 1.5 m. (beginner)
  • Howling Hill - Green - 3.0 m. (intermediate)
  • Nordic View - Yellow - 4.0 m (intermediate)
  • Raven Ridge - Blue - 6.0 m (advanced)
  • Headquarters Lake Loop - 2.2 m (advanced)
  • Centennial Ski/Snowshoe Loop - 2.8 m (intermediate)

Ski Trail Tips

  • Check with Visitor Center for ski trail conditions and updates.
  • Use trails equal to your ability.
  • Please do not use sleds, bring pets, or hike on ski trails. This will ensure that trails stay properly groomed.
  • Each ski trail has a one-way flow pattern. For safety, please follow posted directional signs.
  • Dress warmly and in layers, so that clothing may be taken off or added.
  • Ski on marked trails, unless you are experienced and have a map and compass.
  • Avoid night skiing, unless you are familiar with the trail and have a good head lamp.
  • You or a member of your group should carry a spare ski tip. It is a long walk back from Nordic Lake.
  • Slower skiers should step to the trail's edge when approached by a faster skier

Last updated: December 18, 2008