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Cross Country Ski - Millcreek Cyn Road, Millcreek Cyn 2/19/24

Writer's picture: Emily HackenEmily Hacken

Updated: May 14, 2024



Sample Itinerary:

Trailhead - 10:00 am

Ski - 10:15 am - 12:00 pm


Directions: Winter Gate, Millcreek Cyn (carpooling good at Olympus Cove park and ride)


Cost: $5 Day use fee (Millcreek Cyn) When you exit Millcreek canyon you need to pay $5 per car with card only. There is someone in the ranger kiosk. They do not take cash.


Activity: Cross country skiing - skiing 1-4 mile out and back. Go as far as you wish on the snow-covered road. Gets steep after one mile. Monitor Avalanche conditions.


Bathrooms - Pit toilets at Rattlesnake Gulch - all winter

Cell Phone Service - no; In Reach Beacon has NO reception ENTIRE canyon

Dogs - yes


Gear: Cross-country skis/poles/shoes (can rent), gaiters (optional - can rent), (NO COTTON) thermal top and bottom (synthetic yoga pants), wool socks or just not cotton socks, snow pants (if it will be snowing, otherwise they get too hot), long sleeves fleece, light waterproof jacket, gloves, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, camelback or regular back pack (with space remaining to shove clothes in when you get too warm), 1 Liters water, 3-4 snacks +road trip snacks and such


Rentals: Cross country ski package ($11 BYU Outdoors Unlimited, $12 UVU

Outdoor Adventure Center)



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