Cross-Country Skiing

In the shadow of the Wasatch Mountains lies a historic venue site for the 2002 Olympic Winter Games just South of Heber City. Soldier Hollow served as the busiest venue during the Olympic Winter Games and hosted 23 exciting events of biathlon, Nordic combined, and cross country skiing. Some of the races were described as breathtaking when two racers would be sprinting to the finish line neck and neck. One of these finishes had the largest crowd ever at Soldier Hollow at its feet cheering as two racers, Alsgaard and Zorzi, sprinted for the gold.  Alsgaard raised his hands in relief as he crossed the finish line in first place with Zorzi at his heals in disbelief. Team USA finished moments later in fifth-place making a statement for the first time ever that Americans can compete in this sport.
Soldier Hollow is used today with more than 20 miles of trails that wind through the trees and hills. The trail systems provides for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing for athletes of every ability. Soldier Hollow also provides a full-service rustic, pine day lodge that offers ski rentals, souvenir items, accessories, and food and beverages. This structure has fantastic architect features with weathered trestle beams and large windows providing spectacular views of the Wasatch Mountains, Heber Valley and the trail system. Soldier Hollow also has an 36-hole golf course that offers challenging play for golfers of all abilities and amazing views of the Heber Valley and majestic Mount Timpanogos. Soldier Hollow also has one of the longest courses in the state and the originality of being the only 36-hole facility golf course built on an Olympic venue. 

Soldier Hollow is located in Wasatch Mountain State Park, in Midway. For more information, call 435-654-2002.
 

• Contact: 435-654-0470
• Length: 5 miles
• Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult
• Terrain: Moderate to steep slopes
• Skier ability: Intermediate
• Parking: North parking area at Daniels Summit Store
• Trail markings: Blue diamond markers
• Use: Unused by snowmobiles

Trail has access to Murdock Hollow Loop (approximately 5 miles) and access to Strawberry Ridge, Strawberry Peak and Twin Peaks (approximately 4 miles one-way). Telemark skills recommended for Strawberry Peak and Twin Peaks.

Blue diamond markers on Little Hobble Creek to corral. Murdock Hollow Loop and Strawberry Ridge are unmarked beyond corral. Little Hobble Creek unused by snowmobiles, but ski trail parallels and crosses snowmobile trail. Murdock Hollow and Strawberry Ridge receive heavy snowmobile use.

• Contact: 435-654-0470
• Length: Approximately 4 miles round-trip, access to Murdock Hollow Loop (about 5 miles)
• Access to Strawberry Ridge, Strawberry Peak and Twin Peaks (about 4 miles one-way)
• Difficulty: Little Hobble Creek and Murdock Hollow Loop are moderate. Strawberry Peak andTwin Peaks are advanced Terrain: Rolling to Steep
• Skier ability: Intermediate
• Telemark  skills recommended for Strawberry Peak  and Twin Peaks
• Access: US Hwy 40, 15 miles southeast from Heber to Daniels Summit Store
• Trailhead is at north side of parking area and trail travels northwest
• Parking: North parking area at Daniels Summit Store
• Trail Markings: Blue diamond markers on Little Hobble Creek to corral. Murdock Hollow Loop and Strawberry Rdige are unmarked beyond corral
• Use: Little Hobble Creek unused by snowmobiles, but ski trail parallels and crosses snowmobile trail. Murdock Hollow and Strawberry Ridge receive heavy snowmobile use

Our first-class Utah ski resort features hundreds of miles of groomed trails and untouched powder - just waiting for you to strap on your skis. And we offer everything needed to enjoy this majestic winter wonderland. Cross country ski equipment rentals and lessons are available at our Adventure Center, which also provides free trail passes to our guests. Test your alpine skills at nearby Soldier Hollow, site of fourteen medal events during the 2002 Winter Olympics. To cap off your day, take a warm dip in our 96-degree natural mineral-water bath. This luxurious Utah snow skiing resort offers the best winter activities, both indoors and outdoors, including:

Cross country ski lessons and equipment rental
Complimentary trail passes to lodging guests
Ski packages, including deluxe accommodations, lift tickets, downhill skiing and cross country skiing
3 miles from Soldier Hollow Olympic Cross Country Ski courses and snow tubing hill
Snowshoe rental
 

Wasatch Mountain State Park, nestled against the eastern foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, is a winter wonderland for cross-country skiers.

• 7.2-mile Nordic ski track with diagonal stride and skating lanes, groomed on the golf course
• Both flat and hilly terrain with views of the farms and mountains of Heber Valley
• Nordic ski rentals available at the park
• For more information, visit the park's website or call (435-654-1791)

Located on the north end of Wasatch County, the Beaver Creek Trail is a groomed ski trail and one of the few trails in the area restricted to non-motorized use only. Snowmobiles are not permitted on Beaver Creek. This flat-track one-way trail parallels lower Highway 150 east of Kamas through conifer and aspen forest. It is ideal for beginners and families, or for skiers looking for a fast-paced aerobic workout in a mountain setting. Beaver Creek Trail also accesses several unmaintained trails more suited to advanced skiers. A parking area and restroom are provided at the trailhead.

• Mileage: 5 miles one-way
• Skier ability: Beginner
• Terrain: Flat
• Access: 8 miles east of Kamas onUS Hwy 150, trail is  on South side of Highway
• Parking: Plowed parking areaon north side of US Hwy 150
• Trail Markings: Trail is groomed
• Use: No snowmobile use

• Contact: 435-654-0470
• Length: 1 mile
• Difficulty: Easy
• Terrain: Flat to minimal slope
• Skier ability: Beginner
• Access: US Hwy 40, 15 miles southeast from Heber City to Daniels Summit. Trailhead is at northside of parking area
• Parking: North  parking area at Daniels Summit, trail travels west
• Trail markings: Blue diamond markers
• Use: Unused by snowmobiles
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• Contact: 435-654-0470
• Length: 2.5 miles
• Difficulty: Easy to moderate
• Terrain: Moderate slopes
• Skier ability: Beginner
• Access: US Hwy 40, 15  miles southeast from Heber City to Daniels Summit Store. Access trail across US Hwy 40 at Daniels Summit Store. Follow US Hwy 40 east to Telephone Hollow. At Telephone Hollow, follow blue diamond markers back to Daniels Summit Estates
• Parking: North parking area at Daniels Summit Store
• Trail markings: Blue diamond markers. Trail is unmarked along Hwy 40.
• Use: Little snowmobile use

• Contact: 435-654-0470
• Length: Approximately 10 miles
• Difficulty: Moderate to difficult
• Terrain: Rolling with some steep terrain, portion of trail along creek
• Skier ability: Experienced skiers
• Parking: No designated parking area

• Contact: 435-654-0470
• Length: Approximately 14 miles
• Difficulty: Moderate (over 1000 foot elevation gain)
• Terrain: Moderate to steep ascent and descent
• Skier ability: Intermediate skiers
• Access: 22 miles southeast  of Heber City  on US Hwy  40. Turn on West Strawberry Road at Visitor Center (towards Strawberry  Reservoir Marina). Approximately one mile south of Clyde Creek Road (on the west side of West Strawberry Road).
• Parking: Park off West Strawberry Road on Clyde Creek Road or at winter parking area south of Strawberry Visitor Center
• Trail Markings: Unmarked (follow forest roads)
• Use: Moderate use by snowmobilers