Cross-country
Skiing
Cross-country skiing is dependent on natural snow accumulation that can vary depending on elevation and type of exposure. North-facing slopes
tend to accumulate more snow.
Safety While Enjoying Winter Sports
"Know Before You Go" - check
local road and weather conditions before you leave home. Call
ahead to the local
Ranger Station.
Winter weather conditions in the mountains can be extreme and change
without notice. An inadequately clothed person can get hypothermia
(low internal body temperature). Hypothermia can be deadly – learn
to recognize the early symptoms. Keep warm and dry.
Stay Away from ice covered lakes and streams. Over the past decade
several forest visitors have fallen through thin ice and drown. Be
extremely careful when walking on ice covered or slippery surfaces
like parking areas and trails and especially steep slopes. One slip
could result in a serious injury.
If you plan to travel in the back country, be
"Avalanche Aware" – Learn the basics at the
Forest Service Avalanche Center.
Be courteous and remember that you are sharing
public lands with other recreational users
Do not recreate on unauthorized areas or private property.
Bring along extra safety items such as extra clothing, blankets,
water, flashlights, maps, and a cell phone. Did you remember spare
batteries?
Park your vehicle in a safe location and do not double or triple
park (blocking in others).
Never park in front of closed gates, they may be needed for
emergency access, and you could be cited or have your vehicle towed
away.
Do not park in restricted or "No Parking" areas. These are posted
for the safety of all travelers.
When installing tire chains or traction devices, park in a safe
location well off the roadway. Never stop in traffic lanes for these
purposes, you may cause other motorists to lose control when they
spot your vehicle blocking lanes.
If you are involved in a traffic accident, try to immediately drive
your vehicle to the roadside, but only if safe to do so. Getting the
obstructing vehicles off the roadway may prevent the accident from
getting worse, involving other vehicles. Immediately call 911, or
ask other travelers to call 911 for you from the nearest phone.
Rim Nordic Ski Area
![Rim Nordic Cross Country Ski logo](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090114091127im_/http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/sanbernardino/Graphic/rimnordic.jpg)
909-867-2600
Rim Nordic Ski Area is located in the beautiful San Bernardino
National Forest. In winter, Rim Nordic offers Cross Country Skiing and Snow
Shoeing, summer activities include Mountain Bike Racing.
At a base elevation of 6775' , Rim Nordic Ski Area is located in the
beautiful San Bernardino Mountains in Southern California, on
Highway 18, 5 miles east of Running Springs, across from Snow Valley
Mountain Resort on the way to Big Bear Lake. Only 1 1/2 hours from
L.A. and Orange County and 2 1/2 hours from San Diego.
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12 miles of groomed trails
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Lots of off trail snow shoeing
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Machine groomed, track set for classic and
skating.
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Learn-to-ski beginner package.
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Telemark rentals and lessons.
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Snowshoe rentals.
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Demo and skating rentals available.
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Retail shop with clothing, new and used
equipment.
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Snack Bar with hot and cold items.
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Mountain Bike racing in the summer.
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Trails are beginner to advanced.
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NO DOGS ALLOWED
Directions
Take Hwy. 330 to Running Springs. It turns into Hwy.
18 as you head to Big Bear. About 5 miles past Running Springs, your
at Snow Valley Ski Resort, which is on the right hand side. Rim
Nordic's entrance is on the left hand side of the highway. |