Your new four-season destination
On the shores of both Tobin Lake and Codette Lake, Nipawin is your new four season destination for recreation, entertainment, or just getting away from the pressures of everyday life. Nipawin boasts a friendly population, extensive amenities, and world-class recreation options.
Nipawin in the winter is just as active and popular as it is in the summer. Cross country skiing is a very popular sport as is downhill skiing with ski trails and hills located in the Nipawin Regional Park.
Wapiti Ski Hill is a popular downhill resort located 40 kilmetres to the West.
Snowmobiling is an active winter sport as well. 250 miles of trail are groomed and signed each winter. Special events such as the Peace 100 Snowmobile Rally attract 300+ riders annually.
Snow and Trail Conditions
The temperatures continue to drop, increasing the ice build up on the lakes. The twin lakes area has approximately 4 inches of snow and it continues to drop.
Wapiti Valley Resort opened December 6, 2008, seeing the Bunny Hill and Terrain Park open featuring the new Magic Carpet Lift. Hours of operation are: Chalet opens at 9:00 a.m. Lift runs 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.
Cross-country Skiing and Snowshoeing Conditions | ||
| Nipawin Regional Park | Trails are packed and tracked. South loop of Regional Park is in good condition. Golf Course is completed and in good condition. Snow decreasing daily. | |
| Rolling Pines Golf & Country Resort | No report | |
| Torch Valley Country Retreats | Conditions are decreasing daily. Skiing and snowshoeing still available. | |
Downhill Skiing and Snowboarding Conditions | ||
| Wapiti Valley Regional Park | All runs open. 35 cm (14 in) base, excellent skiing conditions. Chairlift and Magic Carpet operating. Hours: Chalet opens at 9:00 a.m. Lift runs at 10:00 - 4:30 p.m. daily. Ski Resort is open Feb. 10 - March 28. Night skiing and boarding March 26 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. | |
Snowmobile Trail Conditions - Snow Report | ||
| Trails | Do not cross the river near the Nipawin Hydro Dam or by either bridges in Nipawin. Snow decreasing daily. Trails are not marked. Use at your own risk. Grooming again this week. Ice good on Tobin Lake. | |
| Codette Lake | No Report | |
Ice Fishing Conditions | ||
| Tobin Lake | No Report | |
| Codette Lake | No Report | |
Getting Here
Nipawin is located 141 km (hour and a half driving time) east of Prince Albert on the junctions of Highway 55 and 35, and 274 km (two and a half hours driving time) northeast of Saskatoon, on the edge of the northern forests.
If you are driving from the United States it will take approximately five hours to reach Nipawin from the border. The nearest commercial airports are in Saskatoon and Prince Albert. Nipawin is served by a municipal airport, accommodating both personal aircraft and charters. This is also a major point for float planes traveling to the north with docks and gas services available.
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Find out current weather conditions and forecasts for Nipawin and area at The Weather Network. |
