Holderness School Cross Country Trails

Trails & terrain

The December 2023 Davis Cross Country Trails map names Outer Loop, The Boot, Central Artery, Fiesta Alley, Donahue and shorter connections around the field and Snow Pond. Solid ski routes differ from dashed backcountry routes such as Top of the World. Junctions include Four Corners, False Four Corners and Five Corners, so read the exact sign when navigating. The map shows contours and one-way markings but no easy/intermediate/difficult color scale.

School-linked Davis XC map, revised December 17, 2023 ↗

Lessons & getting started

The community club describes a Bill Koch youth pathway for grades K–8 and a middle-school team for grades 5–8, plus separate high-school race support. Confirm registration and eligibility with the club. Trail membership does not itself establish a drop-in lesson. The school’s student snow-sports curriculum is a separate offering.

Current Nordic Club membership, programs, trail restrictions and parking ↗ · School snowmaking/lights overview and distinction from student programs ↗

Rentals & equipment

Bring ski equipment or arrange it before arrival; the reviewed club page does not establish public rentals. Membership covers trails only, with no use of the Nordic house or Athletic Field House and no bathroom facilities. Plan clothing, supplies and a return to your vehicle accordingly.

Current Nordic Club membership, programs, trail restrictions and parking ↗

Arrival & parking

Follow the school’s Route 175 campus directions, then the club’s specific parking guidance. Members may use the lot nearest the Nordic house when space is available. School athletic activity can restrict that lot; the designated alternative is the overflow beside the turf field up Mount Prospect Road. Both are marked on the ski map. The general school address is not a guarantee of parking at the ski start.

Current Nordic Club membership, programs, trail restrictions and parking ↗ · Official campus directions and named school map reference ↗ · School-linked Davis XC map, revised December 17, 2023 ↗

Passes & trail etiquette

Obtain seasonal membership and follow race, weather and technique restrictions, including any classic-only designation. Rain can close the network. No walking or dogs are permitted on the trails. Confirm current lighted-skiing availability and parking notices rather than assuming unrestricted access after dark. Volunteer help supports the community club.

Current Nordic Club membership, programs, trail restrictions and parking ↗ · School snowmaking/lights overview and distinction from student programs ↗

Related clubs & programs

These reviewed programs use or support this destination. Program registration and trail access may be separate.

• Holderness School Nordic Club

  Community membership organization offering seasonal access to Holderness School ski trails and youth Nordic programs. Review current enrollment, volunteer expectations and trail restrictions.