Winter at Lakewoods Resort on Lake Namakagon is the kind of season that invites you outside. For guests who love cross-country skiing Wisconsin style, our corner of the Northwoods delivers an unforgettable blend of scenery, solitude, and trail variety that keeps you coming back year after year.
What Is Nordic Cross-Country Skiing?
Nordic cross-country skiing in the Wisconsin Northwoods is a winter adventure where you glide across a quiet, snow-covered trail for the thrill of using your own power and a pair of poles. Instead of riding lifts, you cruise through forests and open fields, climbing hills and sweeping down gentle descents with a steady rhythm. It is both a form of outdoor recreation and a competitive sport that builds endurance, strength, and balance.
Cross Country Skiing Wisconsin Trails Right Outside Your Door
For those who zip along trails on their own power, Lakewoods Resort on Lake Namakagon truly has a special appeal. Our Northwoods resort in Cable, WI, is near the Rock Lake Trail System within the Chequamegon National Forest, making it easy to step right into some of the finest cross-country skiing Wisconsin has to offer. Our golf course skating trails interconnect with more than 60 kilometers of classic tracks that stretch through one of the most pristine winter landscapes in the state.
The Rock Lake Trail System is located in a semi-primitive, non-motorized region of the 850,000-acre Chequamegon National Forest. This setting creates a peaceful skiing experience where the only sounds are your skis gliding over snow and the quiet of the woods around you. Well-marked trails wind over gentle glacial hills and across frozen wetlands, all surrounded by thick forest that feels untouched and timeless.
Don’t Miss the American Birkebeiner Cross-Country Skiing Race
The American Birkebeiner, often called the Birkie, is one of the most iconic cross-country skiing races in the world, drawing thousands of skiers to Cable, Wisconsin, each winter. Inspired by Norway’s Birkebeiner race, this event features multiple races and a weeklong festival that welcomes elite athletes, first-time participants, volunteers, and spectators to join in.
Warm Up at Our Northwoods Resort in Cable, WI
After a day on the trails, coming back to Lakewoods Resort on Lake Namakagon is part of the reward. Warm up indoors, enjoy a hearty meal at our on-site restaurant, and relax while overlooking the winter beauty of Lake Namakagon.
Whatever your inclination, the cross-country skiing trails of the Cable area and the Chequamegon Forest will spoil you. If you are dreaming of cross-country skiing Wisconsin style in a place that feels authentic and welcoming, Lakewoods Resort is ready to be your winter home base.