Winding Trails, Inc. is an independent, 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization located in the heart of the Farmington Valley. Three hundred fifty acres of pristine woodland, lakes and wildlife provide a gorgeous setting for the Cross Country Ski Center. Established in 1972, the facilities have since undergone over thirty years of expansion and improvements. The Winding Trails Cross Country Ski Center offers both the beginner and experienced skier a high quality, enjoyable experience. A variety of daily activities provide fun for the whole family (check our newsletter or visit www.windingtrails.org for schedules and conditions). Overnight accommodations are available at several nearby inns and motels.

Cross Country Skiing

Trails and grooming are the heart of cross country enjoyment. Winding Trails’ 20 kilometer trail system is groomed daily. Skiers find hours of pleasure traveling through the 350 acres of prime woodland, brooks and spring fed ponds. The wide, double tracked trails on gently rolling terrain provides even the first time skier with a positive and fun experience. The entire Winding Trails cross country trail system is completely mapped and marked with degrees of difficulty.

Snowshoeing & Backcountry Trails

Now permitted on specifically marked trails.

Ice Skating

For a change of pace, try ice skating or hockey on Walton Pond. The pond is resurfaced on a regular basis. Special events and family skate nights are offered throughout the winter. Six inches of ice is required to permit skating on Walton Pond. Daily ski rates apply.

Sledding

Our sportsplex has an added bonus: fantastic hills for sledding. Kids and parents alike find great joy on these exhilarating hills. Bring your sled or tube for hours of breathtaking fun! Daily ski rates apply.

Snow Making

Mother Nature can be unpredictable with snowfall each winter. Winding Trails reduces that issue with a snowmaking system that allows us to make snow in our ski school area and on a 2,000-foot ski loop. Winding Trails is the only cross country ski center south of Boston to have snowmaking.

Location

One of the great advantages of our facility is the central location. Winding Trails is easily accessible from Interstate 84.