Crystal Lake Ski & Outdoor Center

This photo from the late 60s/early 70s shows that nothing much has changed when it comes to the struggle to stand up on skis. Do you recognize anyone in this photo? #tbt

Check out this article about the rise in popularity of cross-country skiing! We hope that our facility at Crystal Lake provides this much needed space to be active and spend time outdoors. "Retailers have been running low on inventory months sooner than usual. Sales of cross-country gear at REI are up threefold from last year. And it’s not just Covid-inspired panic-buying. Participation in cross-country skiing over the past few years has mostly been on the rise compared to downhill skiing, according to studies covering 2015-2019 by Snowsports Industries America, a trade group." https://apple.news/A9FVQup6kTkSN4hbdOWVEWg

We will be open for snowshoeing today through Wednesday from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm! The trails are patchy and crunchy, but still conducive for some adventuring We have snowshoes for rent, or you can bring your own.

We had a lovely week of skiing and enjoyed seeing many folks up here! After today, we unfortunately will have to close until we get more snow. Our trails have melted a bit and will likely continue to with warmer weather in the forecast, and grooming right now would do more harm than good. We look forward to opening again as soon as we're able, and will post updates as we have them! *photo taken pre-COVID-19

We'll be open again tomorrow, Friday January 8 from 9:00am - 3:00 pm, for skiing and snowshoeing. And we'll be charging HALF DAY RATES for the day! We will be CLOSED after tomorrow until we get more snow, as the trails have been slowly melting and we want to preserve what we have. There is still coverage on most of the trails with patchiness and iciness in some areas. The following trails are groomed for classic skiing with tracks: Lake Trail, Hidden Pond, Backway, Big Fern, ...Laurel, Pitchpine. Blue Moon, Sassafras, Super Loop, and Wazoo are groomed but don't have tracks set. All of our typical snowshoe trails will be open: Lake Trail, Catfish, Birchview, Lake Ridge, Woodland, Whipple Mill.

We'll be open again tomorrow, Thursday January 7 from 9:00am - 4:30 pm, for skiing and snowshoeing. And we'll be charging HALF DAY RATES for the day! The trail conditions have remained the same as the past couple of days - our snow is still crunchy, though patchy and icy in some areas. There are also sticks down on some of the trails from the ice storm we recently had. Our groomer groomed and set tracks for classic skiing on a handful of trails: Boardpile, Lake Trail, Hidden ...Pond, Backway, Big Fern, Laurel, and Pitchpine. All of our typical snowshoe trails will be open: Lake Trail, Catfish, Birchview, Lake Ridge, Woodland, Whipple Mill.

We already had our 2ND snow of the season this morning up here at Crystal Lake!

Throwback to a parking lot full of cars and skiers up at camp for a full day of skiing! Can anyone name the building in the background? #tbt

Don’t miss out on the chance to get your 2020-2021 Season Passes at a discount (ending THIS SATURDAY, October 31)! If you’re interested in having 3-season access to a beautiful, 960 acre property in the rolling hills of North Central Pennsylvania, our Season Pass is for you! Follow the link to learn more about the perks of being a Passholder as well as pricing and payment: https://crystallakeskiandoutdoorcenter.com/season-pass/... See you up here soon!

2020-2021 Season Pass discount ending October 31! - https://mailchi.mp//2020-2021-season-pass-discount-ending-

It looks like we had a good heavy snowfall back in 2000! Who else misses the snow? #tbt

Did you know that you can come up to boat during the weekdays? Don’t miss the chance to see the beautiful fall colors from the water before the lake freezes! Contact us in advance if you’d like to come. If you are a Season Pass Holder, no need to pay the $10 fee

Enjoy this epic action shot from the old slopes! Which type of skiing is your favorite - cross country or downhill? #tbt

Anybody up for a group snow tubing adventure? #tbt to this fun lineup!

The colors of the leaves are gorgeous here this fall! Though we are currently closed for cabin rentals due to COVID-19, we are open for day hiking Monday-Friday! If you are interested in coming to hike, please call ahead to book a day: (570) 584-5608. We are consistently checking on the state guidelines regarding health restrictions, and hope to open as soon as we are able. Be sure to follow us to be the first to know when we re-open!

Did you know we are open on weekdays for hiking?! Call us at 570-584-5608 to enjoy our 25miles of trails. Season Pass Holders don’t need to pay the $10 day fee

Beautiful autumn colours around Hidden Pond. We are open for hiking during the day, so give us a call and come up and check out the fall foliage! . . . .... . . #clski #fallinpa #pa #pennsylvaniaisbeautiful #fall #fallfoliage #autumn #leaves See more