Winter at the Trails
The Pembina Nordic Centre near Drayton Valley, Alberta is great winter day-trip destination. Located only 12 minutes from Drayton Valley and only an hour from Edmonton. This hidden gem is just off the beaten path.
During the winter months our ski trails are groomed for classic and free style skiing. We also have groomed single track trails for fat tire biking and snowshoeing.
Nordic Skiing
Volunteers of the Pembina Nordic Club maintain over 15 km of groomed ski trails, at the Pembina Nordic Centre. These trails range from beginner loops to advanced. The trails are set for classic skiing and freestyle.
The Pembina Nordic Club also facilitates a Jackrabbit learn to ski program throughout the winter months.
Click the link to see a map and find out more about skiing the Pembina Nordic Ski Trails.
Fat Tire Biking
The Pembina Nordic Centre is home to 9km of single track, groomed fat bike trails.
Find out more about biking the Pembina Nordic Ski Trails.
Snowshoeing
The 9km of multi-use single track trails at the Pembina Nordic Centre is also a local favourite for snowshoeing.
Find out more about snowshoeing at the Pembina Nordic Centre.
Become a member
Our membership helps us maintain the trails, host events and run programs.
Member Benefits
- $10 off adult nordic ski rentals
- Member discount rates for Outdoor Education Centre Rental
- Gate Code for 24/7 parking lot access
- Week long free summer camping through our Summer Host Program
- Access to Jack Rabbit Learn to Ski program and child seasonal ski rentals
- Free rustic cabin rentals
- Alberta Nordic annual membership
Also as a member you are supporting year round trail maintenance and development. As well as supporting programs at the Pembina Nordic Centre.
Memberships are annual, and are not prorated. They renew April/May annually.
Day Use Donations
We sure hope you enjoy your time and the use of the Pembina Nordic trails. Whether that is hiking, biking, snow shoeing, disc golfing or cross country skiing please consider giving a donation to help cover the upkeep of our beautiful trail systems.
Suggested day rate donations:
- $10 single
- $15 couple
- $25 family
E-TRANSFER DONATION
Email to: pembina.nordic@gmail.com