Ski & Snowshoe
Explore the Winter Landscape by Ski or Snowshoe .
Ten feet of annual snowfall is really easy to describe . Picture our landscape covered in a gorgeous white blanket of snow . Algoma ’ s winter wonderland is a playground of adventure . Well groomed ski hills and Nordic trails as well as backcountry adventures are here in Algoma . Our winter is perfect for the winter outdoor enthusiast !
SkIING
Algoma ’ s rugged terrain has carved out perfect conditions for one of Canada ’ s favourite pastimes : skiing . From the 750 ft vertical drop at Searchmont Resort and the opening of the Quad for this winter truly makes Searchmont Resort one of Ontario ’ s premier vacation ski resorts . Visiting Elliot Lake ? Mount Dufour is located within walking distance of the downtown core ! Our ski opportunities range from beginner to expert and there are experiences for every skier . that sweep through the beautiful forest area we know as the village of Searchmont .
Snowshoeing
For the explorer , Algoma provides the most captivating backdrops for trekking on snowshoes . From picturesque panoramas to unmapped rock faces and quiet frozen lakes to old growth forests and winter wildlife sightings , a journey through Algoma is filled with quiet soul searching and that feeling of truly getting away from it all .
Our region boasts of some of the finest Nordic skiing terrain , track and facilities in the world . Meticulously groomed , wellmarked trails that lead to panoramic views in the Algoma Highlands , while frozen waterfalls and lakes are found in Hiawatha Highlands . You can even combine downhill and cross country skiing at Searchmont Resort which has the massive vertical drop for downhill as well as pristine cross country trails
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