A destination cross country ski resort in Washington State. Sun Mountain Lodge is surrounded by miles of cross country ski trails. We offer Nordic skiing rentals, equipment, lessons, and more.

Grooming
Race & Events

Blue skies pinned up by rugged winter peaks. Dry powder snow. Sunshine five days out of seven. Nights so clear the stars come right down to say hello. Ski tracks outside your door. Enough groomed trails that you can ski for the weekend or weeks-on-end and never cross your own tracks.

Tucked high on the eastern slope of Washington's North Cascades, Sun Mountain Lodge and the Methow are the end of the road in winter, and the beginning of possibly the best winter vacation you'll ever have. With nearly 200 kilometers of machine-groomed, unrepeated trails surrounded by more than a million acres of national wilderness and forest lands, Sun Mountain Lodge and the Methow Valley today comprises one of the largest nordic centers in North America. Novice or expert, you'll find skiing here to match your interests and abilities. From an hour-long lesson to a guided backcountry adventure. From a half-day tour with gourmet lunch, to weeks of intensive competition training coached by a resident pro. The Methow's skiing, scenery, and staff are all world-class. The crowds and the attitude are not. The nature of our unrepeated trail system provides for miles of skiing in peaceful, uncrowded conditions. Trail passes --required for all groomed trails -- are sold by the 1/2 day, 1 day, 3 day, and season are one of the best bargains in skiing today. Besides building and maintaining the trail system, the Methow Valley Sport Trails Association (MVSTA) sponsors ski races, clinics, and fun events for the whole family. MVSTA is a non-profit organization dedicated to developing and promoting environmentally sound non-motorized recreation year-around on and near the trails of the Methow Valley. 200 Km - right out your front door!


Sun Mountain Lodge features access to a trail system of over 200 kilometers, killer snow conditions, world-class terrain with elevations ranging from 1800 to 4000 ft. and expert grooming. Whether you are part of a group or traveling on your own,
ski packages are availible to make the most of your experience.

For more information or to make reservations for your next ski vacation, call us
toll free at 800 572-0493. extension 800 or email us at:
activity@methow.com

"Learn to Ski"
2 nights - 2 days
Everything you need to get started cross country skiing!
A beautiful guest room at Sun Mountain Lodge. Two days rental of all your ski gear. Two day trail pass.
And, two lessons from our PSIA certified ski instructors.
All you need to do is show up!
Starts from $235 per person plus tax, based on double occupancy.
Book Today!
800-572-0493

METHOW VALLEY TRAIL SYSTEM

Sun Mountain Lodge TRAILS    

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-13K Easiest
-23K More Difficult
-18K Most Difficult

-Pro shop, rentals and lessons.

-Family skiing via Sunnyside, Little Wolf Creek, Beaver Pond, and Chickadee trails.

-Advanced skiing via Thompson Ridge, Meadow Lark, and Inside Passage trails.

-Access to Winthrop and Mazama via the Winthrop Trail and the Methow Community Trail.

The Northwest's oldest and largest cross-country ski resort, Sun Mountain offers scenic and exhilarating skiing. The nationally-recognized pro staff offers individual or group lessons for all levels of skate skiing, track, and telemark techniques, plus rental equipment and retail gear. An ideal destination for families or the serious competitive skier.

Mazama TRAILS  

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-28K Easiest
-04K More Difficult
-01K Most Difficult

-Great area for beginners learning to ski.

-High country access via the Methow and Goat Creek trails.

Machine groomed tracks over flat and rolling farm and woodlands offer scenic day tours. Beyond are open slopes and untrammeled high country of the Pasayten and Sawtooth wilderness areas and the Okanogan National Forest. Professional guides lead over-nights or extended tours.

Rendezvous TRAILS  

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-00K Easiest
-23K More Difficult
-25K Most Difficult

-Spectacular scenery of the North Cascades and the Methow Valley from trailside overlooks.
-Washington State's high-country hut system.

-4,000-6,000' elevation.

-Access to lower valley via Cub Creek and Goat Creek trails.

-Backcountry skiing via Fawn Creek High Route, upper Goat, Banker Pass, and Buck Mountain trails.

The European tradition of mountain skiing hut to hut is affordable, simple and safe with MVSTA member Rendezvous Huts. Cozy, well-equipped overnight cabins. Telemark slopes trailside. Freight hauling available. A cross-country skiing adventure close to home.

Ski Rates

The daily trail pass is:
$20 for one-day, $45 for three-days and $15 for half-day (after 1:00 p.m.).

Children ages 13-17 are 1/2 price. Children 12 and under ski free.
Passes are good for the entire Methow Valley trail system- one of the largest and finest in the U.S.

~ Proceeds go to MVSTA ~
a non-profit organization which builds and maintains all trails.
Check out the grooming report at www.mvsta.com

Group Lessons
$22 per person.

Basic Lesson
10:30 a.m. Daily
This is a fun, safe and an easy way to start skiing. We'll teach you the skills to enjoy most of the Sun Mountain trails.

Skating Lesson
1:00 p.m. Daily
Learn the secrets of fast and efficient skating. If you can balance on one ski while moving, it's easy to skate.

Children's Cross Country Ski Lesson - ages 6-12
10:30 a.m. Weekends and Holidays
Kids love it! They have tons of fun and learn to ski.

Private Instructor
Make an appointment to have a cross country ski pro just for you or your group. You pick the time, place and instructor. Any level, beginner to racer, we'll improve your skiing - guaranteed!

Tour and Learn
A two-hour lesson on the Sun Mountain trails.
1 person, $98
2 people, $60/each
3 people or more, $45/each

Equipment Rentals
Ski Shop Ext. 735
All equipment is top quality. Rental rates are the same for touring, skating or racing equipment and include short skis, mid-length skis and traditional length skis. Customers are welcome to try as many types as they wish at no additional cost. We have plenty of gear and we are happy to take advance reservations.

For more information on winter activities, ski rentals and ski lessons, go directly to our Winter Activities Page.
Sun Mountain Lodge Winter Activities Slide Show

Click here for a printable version of the '07/'08 winter activities rates, in a PDF format.

Fischer, Swix and Salomon Present
The Methow Valley Cross Country Ski Camp

December 13-16, 2007 at
Sun Mountain Lodge
Take advantage of this opportunity to improve your skiing regardless of your current ability.

CAMP COST ($330/person) INCLUDES: Coaching, trail passes, wax instruction, lunches, video analysis, seminars, afternoon snacks, along with a commemorative Smartwool ski hat and other great stuff! Space for this camp is limited to 100 people.

REGISTRATION QUESTIONS:
Contact Linda DuLac, Registrar, at 509.996.3152 or methowskicamp@yahoo.com

CAMP QUESTIONS:
Contact Jim Erickson , Camp Director, at 509.996.3710 or dir.methowskicamp@yahoo.com

Visit the Nordic Club website for details and registration form: http://www.mvnordic.com/cccamp.html