Nordic Skiing in the Willamette Valley, Oregon

A Guide for Cross-Country Skiers and Winter Adventurers

The Willamette Valley offers easy access to stunning Nordic skiing terrain, especially around Santiam Pass and Hoodoo Ski Area. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned skier, the following resources will help you plan safe and enjoyable trips.

🏔 Oregon Nordic Club – Willamette Chapter

Join the Oregon Nordic Club (ONC) to participate in group outings, learn from experienced skiers, and explore Oregon’s Nordic ski areas safely and confidently.

🔗 Oregon Nordic Club Website
📬 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 181, Salem, OR 97308
💵 Membership: $20/year for individuals or families
🧭 Parent club with 12 chapters offering year-round outdoor adventures.

🎿 Nordic Skiing at Hoodoo

Hoodoo Ski Area offers groomed Nordic trails, ski rentals, lessons, and trail passes.

🔗 Hoodoo Nordic Skiing Info
📍 Located at Santiam Pass off Highway 20
💵 Trail pass: $47 (includes lesson + access)

🚘 Sno-Park Permits

A valid Oregon Sno-Park Permit is required to park at designated areas near Nordic trailheads.

🔗 Get a Sno-Park Permit

🌨️ Weather & Trail Conditions

Before heading out, always check the weather, snow conditions, and road reports:

Santiam Pass & Hoodoo Area

• 🔗 Hoodoo Daily Conditions
• 🔗 Hoodoo 6-Day Forecast (Snow-Forecast.com)
• 🔗 Santiam Pass Ski Patrol
• 🔗 ODOT Road Conditions

Broader Oregon Region

• 🔗 NOAA Interactive Forecast Map
• 🔗 NOAA Text Forecast (scroll to Santiam Pass)

Other Resources

• 🔗 SkiTiger NW Conditions
• 🔗 Mt. Hood Meadows Daily Snow Report

⚠️ Avalanche Safety

Avalanche risk exists in parts of the Santiam Pass backcountry. Always check current forecasts and travel with proper knowledge and gear.

• 🔗 Summary Avalanche Forecast – Mt. Hood Area
• 🔗 Northwest Weather & Avalanche Center (NWAC)
• 🔗 National Avalanche Center
• 🔗 Central Oregon Avalanche Association
• 🔗 Cyberspace Avalanche Center

Safety Tip: If conditions are questionable, stay home. The mountains will wait for you.

🗺 Trail Maps & Planning

• 🔗 Winter Recreation Maps – Deschutes National Forest
• 🔗 Trip Planning – Willamette National Forest

📚 Additional Nordic Skiing Resources

• 🔗 XCSkiWorld.com – Great for racing and technique tips.
• 🔗 Mountain-Forecast.com – Forecasts for high-elevation areas worldwide, including Oregon peaks.