Willoughby State Forest Trails Update

The Trails in Willoughby State Forest are ready to go! All the trails have been groomed which include the Little Loop, Middle Loop, Bartlett Loop, the CCC road and the Bartlett Mountain Rd. Tracks are set on the Little and Middle loops along with the two roads. There is about a one foot base and lots of fresh powder out there. We will get another grooming in before Christmas. We also plan to groom 2 to 3 times a week throughout the winter, weather permitting.

SNOW REPORT: Willoughby State Forest Nordic Trails

Trail Length Condition Notes
CCC Road 2.75 K open, groomed, track set
Bartlett Mtn Loop 1.5 K open, groomed A little rough in places but should continue to get better with more snow.
Connector 1.0 K open, groomed
Bartlett Mtn Road 2.5 K open, groomed, track set
Small Loop 1.5 K open, groomed, track set
Middle Loop 2.75 K open, groomed, track set
Total 12.0 K

About Willoughby State Forest Trails

The Willoughby trails include 12 kilometers of wide groomed terrain suitable for both skate and classic skiing and are a gateway to other parts of Willoughby State Forest. Other uses (snowshoeing, walking, crampons, etc.) should avoid the groomed lanes and keep to one side (please). Leashed dogs (per Westmore Ordinance) are permitted; visitors are expected to clean up after their dogs on the groomed trails and in the parking area.

Trails are groomed 2-3 days per week, weather permitting. Trail use is by donation (suggested $5/person) and helps defray maintenance and grooming expenses. Thank you.

NorthWoods Trails Update

NorthWoods trails are not quite good yet. We just need more snow. We are however working on getting a base packed in and soon as we get some more snow we should be able to get everything groomed and ready to ski.

We endeavor to groom trails 2-3 times a week, weather permitting. Trail use is by donation (suggested $5/person) and defrays the expense of maintenance and grooming. Maps, rentals, and information are available at our Lodge.

About NorthWoods Stewardship Center Nordic Trails

Ten Mile Square Road, East Charleston, Vt

We are open for skiing and snowshoeing during business hours, Monday-Friday, and offer a variety of terrain and trails. Staff is on-hand to provide rentals, answer questions, distribute maps and lead guided programs (see our website for a complete list of winter activities). Maps
and information are available at the Lodge and at selected trail locations. Trail donations are collected on the honor system and help pay for grooming and trail maintenance expenses. For after hours and weekend use, check-in at our back entry and outdoor info kiosk.

NorthWoods Business Hours: Mon – Fri 8am- 4:30pm
Trail use: $5/person/day (suggested donation)
Ski Rentals: $15/day (nnn bindings and boots)
Snowshoe Rentals: $10/day
Weekend and after hours Rentals are by appointment
Maps and Sign-in at our outdoor kiosk.

We are dog-friendly! (Please clean up after your pet)