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January 6, 2022
❄️ The Pigeon Creek Lodge will open for cross-country ski and snowshoe rentals today at 2 pm!
What to know before you visit:
Reminder: Now that winter operations have begun the park is closed to hiking, biking, and pets.
Pigeon Creek Lodge
The Pigeon Creek Lodge will be open for concessions this year. We are excited to welcome you back!
Equipment Rental
- Ski and snowshoe rental will be available in the lodge on a first come first serve basis; equipment cannot be reserved in advance.
- Capacity may be limited inside the rental area; be prepared to wait outdoors
- A picture ID or credit card is required as security for all rentals
Rental Hours*
- Monday-Thursday, 2-8 pm, no rentals after 6:30 pm
- Friday, 1-10 pm, no rentals after 8:30 pm
- Saturday, 9 am-10 pm, no rentals after 8:30 pm
- Sunday, 9 am- 8 pm, no rentals after 6:30 pm
*Please note that rental is only offered during good ski conditions. Check our trail conditions page before you visit.
Rental Pricing
- There are no entry or trail fees
- Cross-country ski or snowshoe rental (three hours): $8; $2 per additional hour
- Snowshoe rental for those 6 and under is free with a paid adult rental
Ski Lessons
Beginner, intermediate, and skate ski lessons will be offered. Check our program calendar to register.
Merch alert!
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Pigeon Creek Lodge Hoodies
$35 for adult sizes (Small-3X)
$25 for youth sizes (medium-large)
Each sweatshirt purchase comes with a FREE cross-country ski or snowshoe rental!
Hoodies are available for purchase at Pigeon Creek Lodge and the Nature Center at Hemlock Crossing. Free equipment rentals can be redeemed at both locations.*
*Pigeon Creek Lodge is the only Parks facility that rents cross-country skis.
Pigeon Creek Sweatshirts
Event Information
Participants of all skill levels are welcome to this fun, low key snowshoe and cross-country ski biathlon. The distances are approximate, 1 mile snowshoe run/walk followed immediately by a 3-mile freestyle (skate or classical allowed) cross-country ski through the beautiful, groomed, rolling trails of the park. The Pigeon Creek Biathlon will become a running race if there is not enough snow.
Proceeds support the work of the Parks Foundation in providing additional funding for the expansion and improvement of our parks, and nature education.
Entry Fee
$75 per person and ski and snowshoe rentals if needed will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis at an additional cost. Participant prizes and medals for top three in their division.
>> Sign up online
Relay Teams
Two-person relay teams are welcome! Sign up as individuals and include a team name in the registration. Each individual will receive a prize if the team places in the top three!
Hemlock Crossing Nature Center
Hemlock Crossing Park is another popular destination during winter offering snowshoe rentals at the Nature Center during regular business hours.
Snowshoe Rental
- Tuesday through Saturday: 9am - 5pm (gear due back by 4pm)
- Sunday: 12-5 pm (gear due back by 4 pm)
- Confirm whether snowshoe rental is available online at miottawa.org/trails
- Snowshoes are available for ages 4 and older
Rental Pricing
- There are no entry or trail fees
- Snowshoe rental (three hours): $8; $2 per additional hour
- Snowshoe rental for those 6 and under is free with a paid adult rental
Winter Programs
Nature Center staff offers nature and recreation programming year-round, including snowshoe hikes. Check our program calendar to register.
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