Though alpine ski resorts with their thrilling downhill runs get the lion’s share of media attention, cross-country skiing, also called Nordic skiing, is a winter sport that’s good for the entire family. New York’s stunning Adirondack Mountains provide an ideal backdrop for this sport and offer a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get up close and personal with nature in its purest form. Heartier souls can try their hands (OK, legs) at backcountry skiing. Backcountry skiing is the sport (and art) of skiing in places and terrain that have not been altered by people, and away from snow that has been groomed for skiing.

Why do people backcountry ski? Simply because its fun. Backcountry skiing can be one of the most relaxing, pleasant and rewarding activities because you can enjoy the terrain you travel through as well as the solitude that a little effort will bring. But it requires some preparation. Skiers should be able to ski the “more difficult trails” at most Nordic ski areas. New York’s Adirondacks Mountains offer some of the most pristine and beautiful backcountry skiing you can find.

Contacts:

• The Point
  Saranac Lake, NY 12983
  Bus: (800) 255-3530 or (518) 891-5674
  Bus Fax: 518-891-1152
  Email: point@relaischateaux.com
• Lapland Lake
  139 Lapland Lake Road, Northville, NY 12134-3962
  Bus: (518) 863-4974 (8am-8pm)
• Alpine Adventures
  10873 Route 9N, PO Box 179, Keene, NY 12942
  Bus: (518) 576-9881
  Email: mail@alpineadven.com
• Lake Placid/Essex County Convention and Visitors Bureau
  2610 Main Street - Suite 2, Lake Placid, NY 12946
  Bus: (518) 523-2445
  Bus Fax: (518) 523-2605
• Adirondack Regional Tourism Council
  Contact: Doug Yu
  PO Box 2149, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
  Bus: (518) 846-8016
  Email: doug@adk.com

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