Cross Country Skiing Cascade Fire Road
Sunday, January 4th
The Cascade Fire Road remains one of Banff National Park’s most beloved ski trails. Consistently groomed and following the gentle grade of an old fire road, it doesn’t take much snow to become beautifully skiable.
Seventeen cross‑country skiers took part in the outing, splitting naturally into two groups. The faster skiers were led by Poul and almost made their way all the way to Stoney Creek at the end of the trail, while the rest, led by Lori, enjoyed a relaxed lunch at the riverside picnic area just beyond the bridge.
We left Calgary in a brisk –15 °C, but by the time we reached the trailhead the temperature had risen to –5 °C and eventually warmed to a spring‑like +5 °C. Under a brilliant sun and a deep blue sky, the conditions were ideal for a mid‑winter ski.
After wrapping up the day on the snow, a few of us continued on to the Georgetown Pub in Canmore to warm up with some well‑earned hot drinks and good company.
Thank you to all that attended!
