Founded in 1993, Cape Nordic has a tradition of supporting opportunities for youth and adults to participate in recreational and competitive nordic skiing.  Their mission is to encourage participation and opportunities for all levels of skiers, from beginner to elite. 

In 2006, Cape Nordic enlisted the expertise of master trail designer John Morton to develop a nordic specific ski loop at the Gull Crest facility.  The trail is approximately 1.5 miles long and includes a variety of terrain that can provide excellent training and challenge for nordic skiers.  When joined with the rest of Gull Crest's flatter, more open terrain and the new Runaway Farm terrain maintained by the Cape Elizabeth Land Trust (CELT), skiers can create a longer loop or choose less challenging terrain.

Because Cape Nordic, the town of Cape Elizabeth, and CELT work hard to groom when there is fresh snow, it is important to be aware of trail etiquette.  Try to stick to the edges of groomed terrain if you are on foot or snowshoes, and keep fat bikes off unless the snow is firm and tire imprint is minimal.  It's with great appreciation that snowmobiles also avoid soft, freshly-groomed terrain that is specifically prepared for skiers.  Dogs should follow the same protocol.

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