Bigfork Community Nordic Center

Bigfork Community Nordic Center (BCNC) is located on Montana State land at the corner of Foothills road & Jewel Basin Road.

Blacktail Mountain Nordic Trails

Located 8 miles above Lakeside and at 5000’ of elevation, the 25 kilometers of varied terrain is groomed every day from December thru March.

Welcome to North Shore Nordic Club

The North Shore Nordic Club is a federally recognized 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to providing quality groomed cross country skiing in the lower Flathead Valley. Now in our twelfth year, NSNC maintains over 30 kilometers at two trail systems: Foothills Nordic Trails in Bigfork and Blacktail Nordic Trails above Lakeside. In partnership with the Swan River Ranger District and the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, NSNC is committed to continual improvement of both trail systems by expansion, reconfiguration of trails, and acquisition of the latest grooming technology. The North Shore Nordic Club does not require a trail pass, nor do we charge trail fees. We are ENTIRELY funded by individual and business donations, state and local grants, and volunteer efforts. Our expenses include a School Trust Lands lease, grooming equipment and its maintenance, liability insurance, and two paid grooming employees. Our continued success would not be possible without the generous contributions of our skiers and our community. View our donations page to learn how you can help. Thank you!

North Shore Nordic Club News

Good News!

Good News!

North Shore Nordic Club has just been notified that the logging operation up on Blacktail, that was to close upper Alpine, will not use the Truman Saddle road and we will, once we have adequate snow, be able groom all of the Alpine Loop, including the Spur! Cheers and...

Flourish/RMO Community Donation Yoga!

Flourish/RMO Community Donation Yoga!

The day after Tamarack's "Community Tap Night" fundraiser, Flourish Yoga & Massage will be hosting a Yoga fundraiser for NSNC. Instructed by Karina Ek from 6:30-7:30 at their studio (540 South Main St., Kalispell), all proceeds benefit North Shore Nordic Club and...

Winter’s Coming!

Winter’s Coming!

Greetings Nordic Skiing Enthusiasts Winter is fast approaching and NOAA forecasts a “Colder and Snowier” season! Just one look outside reveals a snow line very low down the mountains! Both trail systems have been brushed, the equipment serviced and the waiting begins....

Blacktail Mountain Nordic Trail Updates

20 December, 2024 11:26

40 degrees. Alpine groomed yesterday. No new snow and lots of sunshine. Powerline rolled today but not much snow in spots.

Bigfork Community Nordic Center Updates

16 March, 2024 10:23

And just like that the season is done... It's been a decent year despite the warm temps and lack of snow, lots of good days of skiing...thanks for your support to make grooming Bigfork trails possible!! The next couple of days will probably be decent skiing from...