About Nickel Plate Nordic

Make Penticton Your Nordic Destination this Winter

Nickel Plate Nordic Centre, is located in the scenic Okanagan Valley, just 45 minutes from downtown Penticton. It boasts 65 km of groomed trails for both classic and skate skiing, as well as, well marked backcountry and snowshoe trails. At 6000 feet elevation we enjoy one of the longest ski seasons in the western hemisphere, with trails for all abilities.

Nickel Plate has a warm and cozy 4000 square foot day lodge with kitchen, eating and lounge areas, and separate heated washrooms and shower facilities.

We also offer a full line of rental equipment, professional instruction, races and special events.

Contact us to book group visits and special day pass pricing.

65 km Groomed Classic/Skating Trails

70% Easy (Green) ~ 20% Intermediate (Blue) ~ 10% Difficult (Black)

25 km Marked Snowshoe Trails

20 km Back country Forestry Trails

Children’s Ski Loop and Terrain Park

1850 m (6070 ft) Elevation

Rental Equipment

4000 square foot Day Lodge

6 km west, past Apex Alpine Resort

45 minutes from Downtown Penticton

Heated Washrooms & Shower Facilities