REGULAR CXC TRAIL SKI PASS (V.2023/24)
TRAILHEAD LOCATION & HOURS
You can find the CXC Trailhead at 4355 Schwartz Rd, Middleton, WI 53562. The well-lit machine-made snow loop at the CXC Outdoor Center will become available as soon as the weather permits snowmaking. Our anticipated opening date is December 1; operational hours are from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Starting from December 1 until March 15, a ski pass is mandatory to enjoy the 13-kilometer CXC Trail System, including cross-country ski trails across the Pleasant View Golf Course.
All annual passes will be mailed within 7-10 business days of purchase. Your purchase receipt will act as your pass in the meantime. Seasonal passes are personalized with each skier’s name. Please have your pass displayed visibly on you at all times while skiing!
SKI RENTALS
Throughout the season, the Salomon Nordic Rental Center will be available for cross-country ski rentals catering to children, juniors, and adults, offering both classic and skate skiing options. For comprehensive information and the rental center's operational hours, kindly refer to the Ski Rentals section on our website.
TRAIL CONDITIONS & TRAIL MAP
- Follow and stay updated with the most recent groomer-generated trail reports.
- Click here to download a Ski Trail Map.
PASS TYPES
The CXC projects to spend over $50,000 this winter for snowmaking and grooming. Depending on the type of snow coverage, the CXC offers two pass options:
Regular CXC Trail Ski Pass
(for trails with natural snow coverage)
A Regular CXC Trail Ski Pass is required for each person to ski on the 13-kilometer CXC trail system from December 1st to March 15th. The pass provides access to the entire groomed CXC Trail, including cross-country ski trails on the Pleasant View Golf Course.
All-Access CXC Trail Ski Pass
(for trails with machine-made and natural snow coverage)
The All-Access CXC Trail Ski Pass provides access to the entire groomed CXC Trail, including cross-country ski trails on the Pleasant View Golf Course, and includes access to the machine-made snow loop that is groomed and tracked before there is enough natural snow to groom elsewhere. An All-Access CXC Trail Ski Pass, or daily pass, is required to ski on the machine-made snow loop at any time. The added revenue from the sales of the All-Access CXC Trail Ski Pass helps offset the costs of snowmaking and trail maintenance at the venue.
No person may use the CXC Trail System between December 1st and March 15th unless they have purchased a trail ski pass. CXC grants a revocable temporary license to access the CXC Trail System to the named holder of a trail ski pass.
We depend on the revenue from all ski passes to ensure that the CXC Trail system remains among the top cross-country ski destinations in Southern Wisconsin. Please ensure every skier in your family has the appropriate ski pass displayed visibly on them at all times while skiing.
COMPLIMENTARY SKI PASSES FOR CXC OUTDOOR CENTER MEMBERS
As a part of the CXC Outdoor Center's membership program known as "THE KLUBB", you have the option to acquire an individual or family All-Access CXC Trail Ski Pass. This membership provides access to the trails, activities in Middleton, and CXC sports facilities. At each membership level, we offer a variety of benefits designed to express our gratitude to our 100 founding club members in each tier.
• View Membership Program Information and Benefits
WHERE / HOW TO PURCHASE PASSES
Purchase your CXC Trail Pass right from your phone!
• Online at https://center.cxcskiing.org
• The CXC Office (by appointment)
All annual passes will be mailed within 7-10 business days of purchase. Your purchase receipt will act as your pass in the meantime. Seasonal passes are personalized with each skier’s name. Please have your pass displayed visibly on you at all times while skiing!
EARLY SEASON SKIING
The machine-made snow loop at the CXC Center will be open as soon as the weather is appropriate for snowmaking. Our target opening date is December 1. Operating hours are 8 am to 8 pm. Stay tuned for snowmaking and grooming updates!
TRAIL PASS PROCEEDS
CXC Trail Ski Pass proceeds fund the following trail maintenance and projects:
• Snow Grooming
• Equipment and Maintenance
• Trail Mowing, Brushing and Removal of Downed Trees
• Replacement and Updates of Signage
• Erosion Control
• Lighting
• Access Road, Parking Lot Plowing, and Upkeep
• Porta Potty