Nakkertok’s artificial snow loop is at Nakkertok South – 900 Avenue Gatineau, Gatineau, QC.
Nakkertok is privileged to have artificial snow-making equipment to extend the ski season. Depending on the weather the ski loop will open in mid-late November until April 1st. We are excited to enter season 7 of operations.
Trail Conditions
- Nordic Pulse
- Nakkertok Trails map
- Nakkertok Trails Twitter feed
- Ottawa Urban Winter Trails (Nordic Pulse)
Trail Difficulty
- Nakkertok Trail Difficulty (map + legend)
- Please only ski on trail sections suited for your ability.
Covid 19 Protocols
We encourage mask use indoors. We will monitor and follow all local public health guidance and provide appropriate messaging if necessary.
Schedule and hours of operation
Note that certain times are limited to certain skill levels, such as high-performance training, and may be restricted for specific groups. Check before you plan your ski!
Descriptions of group times in the schedule are:
- Open time = All ages/all abilities
- Restricted time = Only for a specified group
- Family time = recommended for new and younger skiers. No fast skiing!
- High Performance Time = only for skiers who are training as XC ski racers
Contacts
- Reservations and payments: shop@nakkertok.ca
- Questions and info: Geoff Tomlinson gtomlinson115@gmail.com
- Traksetting: Grooming team and Nakkertok Coaches. Contact gtomlinson115@gmail.com
Book a spot on the Nakkertrak
- Season passes are available now. The price rises to $70 from $50 on Nov. 15
- Reserve a date for your ski (check the schedule for availability). You will need your proof of purchase to access the Nakkertrak. Please be prepared to show your electronic or printed receipt on site for trail access.
Nakkertrak 2022 fees
Important: Nakkertok members must use the discount code to pay the member rate for the Nakkertrak. Email info@nakkertok.ca for the code.
Pass/Price | Nakkertok members | Non-members |
Individual Day pass | $5 | $22 |
Family Day pass | $20.00 | $45 |
Season pass | $70 ($50 before Nov. 15) | not available |
Notes
- We have increased fees due to rising diesel costs
- Skiers under eight years old are free.
What do I need to enter the Nakkertrak?
- Book your day pass and bring your proof of purchase on that day to the entrance.
- Review the Nakkertok Skier Responsibility Code
- Review the Nakkertrak Rules.
- Entry to the Nakkertrak is restricted to tunnel access only. The tunnel is for entry and exit only.
- Enjoy your ski!

For 2022 we have added 2 new snow guns and a compressor upgrade to make more snow earlier. This is thanks to Hall Mark of Excellence funding.