Gatineau Park has one of the largest networks of cross-country ski trails in North America. It offers over 200 kilometres of ski trails, winding through the Park’s forests and along frozen lakes and valleys. There are classic cross-country, skate and back-country ski trails, ranging in difficulty from easy to very difficult. The Park is a prime destination for outdoor activities that are respectful of the environment.

Gatineau Park is internationally recognized for the quality of its ski trail network. Grooming is done by experts using state-of-the-art grooming machines, and trails are patrolled daily by professional and volunteer patrollers. Cross-country ski conditions are updated twice daily during the ski season.