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Nordic Trails
A 27 km cross-country trail system at 7,200 ft on Donner Summit — groomed nightly to competition standards and open to everyone on a non-profit basis.
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About ASC Nordic Training Center
ASC Nordic Trails – The 27km cross-country ski trail system at ASC Training Center is open to everyone on a non-profit basis. Our mission is to provide an affordable experience that blends athletes, junior teams, families and recreational skiers in a shared passion for snow sports. Our snow surface is always groomed to competition standards, and with wide overlapping loops skiers of all abilities have terrain options while staying within 5km from the lodge.
At 7,200 feet elevation on Donner Summit in Northern California, our season is the longest in the Sierras. We’re on stand-by and ready to open as early as Mother Nature allows by snowmobile grooming on inches of snow. And we have the ability to stay open late into spring with a state-of-the-art Pisten Bully 400 Vario tracksetters. Athletes, teams and competitions drive what we do at ASC and that sets our calendar and operating hours apart from everyone else.
Nordic Night Skiing
In 2023-24 we expanded to 2 kilometers of LED night skiing. Our community of Nordic skiers and team athletes can ski, train, and even race after school or work 3 nights a week. Cross-country skiing at night is very unique and a special experience not to be missed!
Nordic Trail Report
For the most up-to-date trail conditions, grooming reports, and operational updates, please check the Nordic Pulse app or website before your visit. ASC updates Nordic Pulse as conditions change. Please note that races, training sessions, and special events may impact trail access. We encourage all members and guests to review the latest trail report and trail calendar prior to arriving.
Storm Closures
Mountain weather can change rapidly and may require ASC to adjust or suspend operations with limited notice to ensure the safety of our staff and guests. We encourage all members and visitors to monitor weather and travel conditions, use good judgment when planning their trip, and check for operational updates before traveling to ASC.
ASC Training Center hours
At elevation and groomed daily, ASC Nordic Trails provide premier conditions for training, racing, and recreation
Nordic Trial Season Pass
Frequently Asked Questions
Every team across all four disciplines — prices, schedules and full details, then register.
Are snowshoes allowed on the trails?
Yes, snowshoes are welcome. To maintain the snow surface for training athletes, we ask that you stay to the edge of the groomed surface.
CAN I BRING MY DOG?
While we love our furry friends, dogs and fast training athletes don’t mix. Pets are NOT allowed on the property. Service dogs are the exception.
ARE THE TRAILS OPEN ON RACE DAYS?
Trails are not open on race days but will open when races finish, usually early afternoon. Volunteering on race days and skiing after the races conclude are great ways to give back to the sport and the ASC legacy
IS THERE A PLACE TO WAX MY SKIS?
No. The Training Center will not offer any indoor waxing facilities this season.
CAN WE GO SLEDDING AT ASC?
No. However, our neighbors at Boreal Mountain have a great tubing hill right next door
Support the next generation
The Legacy Foundation funds scholarships, capital campaigns, and community programs that make winter sport accessible to every family across Northern California.