Trails: 15 km (9 miles) of trails were groomed for cross-country skiing. Call ahead to see if center is open, insurance rates may have forced it to close Jan 31, 2005. Trail fees: Yes Tel: 860-653-4279 Snow report: Nearest town: Hartland, CT Web site: Trail map: Available at the center Equipment rentals: Yes Ski lessons: No Other winter activities: Facilities: Day lodge in old barn has a snackbar Lodging on site: No Lodging nearby: Torrington area has hotels, motels and other accommodations Location of trails: Near Hartland Tourism info:Greater Hartford CVB Weather report: for Hartland Map of local region:Hartland area Submitted by: RUS from: Stamford, CT Date submitted: Dec 1, 2003
Name of XC Area: Pine Mountain Ski Touring Times that I have skied there: Once I last skied there in: Jan, 2005 Trails that I skied: We started at The Lodge, beared straight, then beared left at the T. My favorite trails: Haven't tried 'em all, but what we skied was GREAT. Trail marking: Very good Trail grooming: Very good Rating: 4.5 stars What I liked: There were noted discrepancies on the map, but the trails were gorgeous and well-marked. Very private with few signs of humanity. A good find, thanks to this site! What I disliked: Frankly, it's a drive to East Hartland, so prepare. It's a good two hours from coastal CT. Noted discrepancies on the map, though this didn't affect us. Unfortunately, it's now closed for the rest of the year. It's last day of operation for 2005 was Jan.31st. We lucked out. Comments: Closed due to insurance rates. Will probably be around next year, but call ahead. You've probably noticed an awful lot of outdoor activities have been curbed in recent years thanks to wanton litigation. Skating, snowmobiling, sledding, snowboarding, horseback riding have all fallen victim to this horrible trend. Did you know there's only two stables left in CT that offer riding? Pathetic. Submitted by: MP from: Durham, CT Date submitted: Jan 31, 2005
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Name of XC Area: Pine Mountain Ski Touring Times that I have skied there: Several times I last skied there in: , Trails that I skied: My favorite trails: Trail marking: Very good Trail grooming: Very good Rating: 4 stars What I liked: pretty area varied ability What I disliked: Comments: Submitted by: terrry from: newington Date submitted: Jan 28, 2005
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Name of XC Area: Pine Mountain Ski Touring Times that I have skied there: Several times I last skied there in: , Trails that I skied: Most of them My favorite trails: The one to Beaver Pond Trail marking: Very good Trail grooming: Very good Rating: 5 stars What I liked: Great scenery, good terrain, wonderful place What I disliked: People who bring their dogs Comments: Far and away the best ski area in the state. None of the crowds of Winding Trails, with more challenging terrain. Submitted by: RK from: Avon, CT Date submitted: Feb 7, 2004
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Name of XC Area: Pine Mountain Ski Touring Times that I have skied there: A few times I last skied there in: Jan, 2000 Trails that I skied: My favorite trails: Trail marking: Fair Trail grooming: Fair Rating: 3 stars What I liked: Area holds snow well and is scenic. What I disliked: Fairly small center with old style grooming. Comments: An old time Mom and Pop operation run out of a barn. However, the snow is good in the area and with the few centers in CT it is worth a visit. Submitted by: RUS from: Stamford, CT Date submitted: Dec 10, 2003
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Name of XC area: Pine Mountain Ski Touring Times that I have skied the trails: Few Date that I last skied the trails: Feb, 2002 Trails that I skied: Most Trail marking: Fair Trail maintenance: Fair Rating: na Favourite trails: Commnets: Services are limited, but natural snow tends to be good in the area. With the limited number of XC areas in CT it is worth a visit. Mom and Pop side job operation. Submitted by: RUS from: Stamford, CT Date submitted: Dec 1, 2003
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