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Get outside under the sunny, blue skies of North Central Idaho. Our uncrowded trails, breathtaking views, and magnificent rivers are the perfect destination for your winter getaway.

Glide peacefully over acres of pristine beauty. North Central Idaho’s Nordic trails run through national forests and state parks near Grangeville, Lolo Pass, Elk River, Potlatch and Winchester. In addition, the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation offers thirteen separate trail systems across the state - several with overnight yurt lodging. For a small fee, the Park N’ Ski program provides a permit for annual or temporary parking at the trail heads. The tranquility of the mountain meadows, the crisp high-country air, and the sound of skis gently gliding over fresh snow will refresh your body and soul.

***Featured Businesses listed on the menu are exclusive members of North Central Idaho Travel Association and have committed to supporting tourism by providing the visitor with hospitality and a valued experience.

Value-Priced, Family Friendly Downhill Skiing

You’ll find a family-friendly wonderland in North Central Idaho’s regional hills: Cottonwood Butte near Cottonwood, Bald Mountain Ski Area near Pierce, and Snowhaven near Grangeville. Snowhaven also features a tubing hill and cross-country trails.

Snowmobile Miles of Smiles

The North Central Idaho region features over 1200 miles of groomed trails and thousands of acres of untouched off-trail playground.

The trails are located at Elk River, Elk City/Dixie, Grangeville, Pierce, Powell and Winchester. The trails and play areas include heavily timbered areas, open meadows, windswept ridges and snow-filled bowls. Many of the trails lead to scenic vistas while others meander along crystal clear mountain streams. You also can ride along a portion of the route that Lewis & Clark traveled 200 years ago!

The region receives an abundance of snow thanks to the many Pacific storm systems that aim at the Northwest during the winter months. With riding elevations ranging from 3,000 feet to over 7,000 feet, the area receives 120 to 200 inches of snow, much of which is that dry, fluffy powder that you only dream of riding in. Snow usually begins to fall in November and good riding can be experienced through late April.

North Central Idaho is home to six distinct riding areas, each with its own grooming program, unique characteristics, local hospitality and amenities that will make your snowmobiling experience unparalleled. Comfortable and affordable lodging facilities are abundant throughout the region, along with a variety of restaurants and pubs to help make your stay more enjoyable. Equipment rental and repair is offered by area dealers, and guided back-country excursions are offered by several licensed outfitters. Adventure packages which feature lodging, snowmobile rentals and guide services are readily available. The trail systems can be accessed easily from the doorstep of many of the region?s resorts and lodging establishments.

Each of the six areas is highlighted below, along with its specific contact information, phone number and web site.

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