Flathead National Forest - Round Meadow X-C Ski Ski Area Nordic

Area Status: Open

Photo of a freshly groomed trail in the Round Meadows Nordic Area.

The Round Meadow X-C Ski trails include 12 miles of easy to advance moderate nordic ski terrain. There are 7 trail loops within the Round Meadow trail system. The trailhead has ample parking for 20 vehicles, a restroom and informational sign. Grooming of the trails is done on a weekly basis or after large storms. On the trails within Round Meadow, friendly dogs are allowed to be off leash and under voice control of their owners. Dog owners are required to pick-up after their pets. The trail is used in the winter by cross-country skiing and snowshoers and serves hikers, bikers and horse riders in the summer months.

Round Meadow Winter Trails Map

Round Meadow Winter Brochure

Photo of a freshly groomed trail in the Round Meadows Nordic Area.

A photograph of a snowman and the trailhead sign for Round Meadows Nordic Area Trailhead

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	Trail system is open to nordic uses when there is enough snow on the ground, generally December - April.
Open Season:	December - April
Usage:	Medium
Restrictions:	No Fires non-motorized
Closest Towns:	Whitefish, MT
Water:	No
Restroom:	Vault Toilet (1)
Operated By:	Forest Service

General Information

Directions: The Round Meadow Trail which includes the several interconnecting trails is located 12 miles from Whitefish MT. Take Hwy 93 west 10 miles, turn on Farm-to-Market Rd go 1.5 miles, turn onto the Star Meadow Road go 1.5 miles, turn at the RM sign.