Lake Placid, New York
Scotts Cobble Nordic Center
A community Nordic base at Craig Wood, with hut-side beginner loops, separate ungroomed extensions and equipment and instruction arranged through High Peaks Cyclery.
- Nordic arrival
- 141 Country Club Lane, Lake Placid
- Starting terrain
- Mapped east and west beginner loops
- Trail access
- Pass; eligible local residents ski free
- Rental package
- Skis, boots and poles
Scotts Cobble is the winter trail destination at 141 Country Club Lane, not High Peaks Cyclery’s downtown store. Start with the operator’s map and distinguish the Nordic loops from Jackrabbit connections and ski-mountaineering lines.
Trails & terrain
The operator-linked February 2024 map shows East Beginner and West Beginner loops near the lodge, with Scotts Delight, Viscome Highway and wooded loops extending farther out. Its legend distinguishes Nordic trails, fat-bike routes, Jackrabbit connections, ski-mountaineering lines and ungroomed trails. The southern connector and some perimeter routes are marked ungroomed; do not treat every drawn line as part of the prepared golf-course network. Confirm the available route with the operator before extending your outing.
Operator map and conditions page; February 2024 map ↗ · Operator identity, pro-shop sign-in & trail notices ↗
Lessons & getting started
Group lessons cover classic technique, while private instruction lists classic and skate options. Arrange the appropriate format with High Peaks Cyclery and confirm current group requirements and what is included. The mapped beginner loops offer a useful place to discuss a first outing, but a trail pass or rental package does not establish a booked lesson. Guided touring and alpine touring products are separate offerings.
Resident eligibility, ski-rental package & instruction ↗ · Operator map and conditions page; February 2024 map ↗
Rentals & equipment
The Nordic ski rental package lists skis, boots and poles. Snowshoes, fat bikes and other equipment are separate categories. Check current fit, pickup and return arrangements before travel: the operator identifies rentals at the Nordic pro shop and, when that shop is unavailable, at High Peaks Cyclery in Lake Placid. Do not drive to the downtown store expecting to find the ski trails there.
Resident eligibility, ski-rental package & instruction ↗ · Exact Nordic base, separate downtown store & access arrangements ↗
Arrival & parking
Use 141 Country Club Lane in Lake Placid for Scotts Cobble at Craig Wood Golf & Country Club. The map labels parking beside the lodge; a separate mountain-bike parking area appears farther down the access road. Sign in at the pro shop when it is open, including eligible residents. High Peaks Cyclery’s 2733 Main Street address is a different location for inquiries and some equipment arrangements.
Exact Nordic base, separate downtown store & access arrangements ↗ · Operator map and conditions page; February 2024 map ↗ · Operator identity, pro-shop sign-in & trail notices ↗
Passes & trail etiquette
The operator grants free trail use to Tri-Lakes residents plus residents of Keene and Wilmington; other visitors need a trail pass. Confirm eligibility and current purchase arrangements. Its arrival page permits skiing outside shop hours for area residents and visitors using their own equipment, subject to trail operations and notices. Respect grooming, pick up after pets and check directly for current conditions: a March closure notice still displayed on the website is not today’s trail status.
Resident eligibility, ski-rental package & instruction ↗ · Exact Nordic base, separate downtown store & access arrangements ↗ · Operator identity, pro-shop sign-in & trail notices ↗
Official planning resources
Reviewed . Confirm current passes, services and access rules with the operator before travel.
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