December 1, 2023 - Few activities can compare to cross-country skiing for the opportunity to experience a quieter, more serene side of winter (with a killer cardio workout to boot). For a more relaxed winter sport, many turn to cross-country skiing. And while Nordic trails are often offered at traditional ski resorts, some of the most excellent cross-country skiing is found at dedicated resorts.

To find the best of the bunch, we asked a panel of ski experts to nominate their favorite cross-country resorts. Then, readers voted for their top picks. Here are the 10 best cross-country ski resorts in the United States. Tahoe Cross-Country Ski Area – Tahoe City, California

1. Minocqua Winter Park – Minocqua, Wisconsin
2. Devil’s Thumb Ranch – Tabernash, Colorado
3. ABR Ski Trails – Ironwood, Michigan
4. Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center – Truckee, California   
5. Bear Valley Adventure Co. – Bear Valley, California
6. Homestake Lodge – Whitehall, Montana
7. Snow Mountain Ranch – Granby, Colorado
8. Waterville Valley Resort – Waterville Valley, New Hampshire
9. Trapp Family Lodge – Stowe, Vermont
10. White Grass Ski Touring Center – Davis, West Virginia

Congratulations to all nominees and winning ski areas – read more here.