Royal Gorge Cross-Country Ski ResortRoyal Gorge XC is located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains near Soda Springs, California, west of Lake Tahoe. Royal Gorge is considered to be North America's largest cross-country ski resort. Here you will find the magnificent wilderness offering skiers and snowshoers groomed trails for all levels and abilities including children. There are trail-side cafes, day lodges and ski-in, ski-out lodging accommodations for vacationers. Ski lessons with PSIA-certified instructors are available, whether interested in Nordic Skiing, using the Skating Lane or learning to ski. The average annual snowfall is a huge 600 inches; warming huts are located along the track system, as well as two challenging Interconnect trails for the more experienced skier. In addition to alpine skiing Royal Gorge also offers snowboarding, snow tubing, sledding and skijoring for enthusiasts of this sport.More Ski Resorts: Ski Resorts and Cross-Country Ski Areas |