Trails: Kingdom Trails (formerly Burke XC) has about 65 km (40 miles) of trails groomed for cross-country skiing, both classic and skating. There are also 15 km (10 miles) of backcountry trails. Kingdom Trails is a not-for-profit association that operates mountain biking and nordic trails in the East Burke area. Trail fees: XC skiing: adults $10/day, $50/season, youths (ages 8 to 15) $5, snowshoeing $5 (winter 2009-10). Purchase passes online, at Kingdom Trails Welcome Center, at East Burke Sports, or at the ski centers on Pinkham Road and Darling Hill (staffed only on weekends). Tel: Kingdom Trails 802-626-5862, 802-535-5662
Snow report: Trail conditions are posted on the Kingdom Trails website. Nearest town: East Burke, VT Web site:Kingdom Trails Trail map: Available at the center for $3 (free with pass purchase) Equipment rentals: XC ski equipment and snowshoes can be rented (or purchased) at East Burke Sports. Ski lessons: No Other winter activities: Alpine skiing and snowboarding at Burke Mountain, snowshoeing, telemarking Facilities: Waxing room, snack bar, two day lodges (open only on weekends) Lodging on site: Old Cutter Inn (10 rooms), Wildflower Inn (21 rooms and suites), The Inn at Mountain View Creamery (10 rooms) Lodging nearby: The East Burke region has a few inns and other accommodations. See the listings on the tourism website. Weather forecast:Burke Tourism info:Northeast Kingdom Tourism | East Burke Chamber of Commerce | Burke Area Chamber Location of trails: Kingdom Trails Nordic Center is located on Dashney Road in East Burke. From Lyndonville take VT 114 north to East Burke, turn on Mountain Road and continue past the Burke Mountain base access to Dashney Road. The other nordic center, located at Darling Hill, may not be staffed on weekdays. Map of local region:Kingdom Trails Nordic Center
Name of XC Area: Burke Mountain Cross Country Ski Area Times that I have skied there: Weekly I last skied there in: Feb, 2003 Trails that I skied: Most all of them but not the NF trail as it was not opened My favorite trails: North Pasture, 4 Hills, and the Fields Trail marking: Very good Trail grooming: Very good Rating: 4.5 stars What I liked: I liked the challenge of the terrain and the feeling of being out in the wilderness. What I disliked: Comments: We enjoyed ourselves at Burke Cross Country, it is a very layed back atmosphere no fan fair just good skiing and friendly people Submitted by: kb from: Date submitted: Oct 20, 2003
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Name of area: Burke Mountain Cross Country Ski Area Times that I have skied there: A few times I last skied there in: Mar, 2002 Trails that I skied: almost all of them My favorite trails: big birch, frost hill, four hills Trail marking: Very good Trail grooming: Very good Rating: 5 stars What I liked: beautiful scenery, great grooming,well maintained trail system, ample snow, lots of wildlife, something for everyone What I disliked: Comments: exceptionally friendly, helpful and knowledgable staff, I feel like I discovered a hidden treasure, worth the ride from wherever you are Submitted by: pg from: Columbia, CT Date submitted: Dec 22, 2002
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Area name: Burke Mountain Cross Country Ski Area Times that I have skied there: A few times I last skied there in: Mar, Trails that I skied: practically all of them My favorite trails: one in particular took me 1.5 hours to do a big loop, but can't remember the name. it crossed one of the roadways and passed some private homes. had a long sloping hill going up and a nice shooshing down. Trail marking: Very good Trail grooming: Very good Rating: 5 stars What I liked: the scenery; layout. easy to navigate. can go out for an hour or so without constantly deciding which way to go. great trailmaster. What I disliked: Comments: other family members like to downhill ski so I liked having something for everyone. Not a lot of places to go outside the skiing may be a downside, but not for us. Submitted by: BP from: Worcester, MA area Date submitted: Dec 9, 2002
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