Hardwood Ski and Bike is located in

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Township in Ontario’s Lake Country region about one hour north of

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. The facility is a family oriented cross country skiing, snowshoeing,

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and outdoor recreation area.

Mountain Biking

Hardwood Ski and Bike was the site of the mountain biking events for the

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which took place from July 10 to July 26, 2015. For the games, there was a completely new Pan Am race trail. Hardwood Ski and Bike was also the proposed venue for mountain biking for Toronto's failed

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bid. Due to naming rights the area was known as Hardwood Mountain Bike Park for the duration of the games.

Winter Sports

Winter cross country trails range from 3.3 km to 19 km in length with loops that total 74 kilometres and are for every level of ability, from beginner to elite racer. In addition, there are approximately 18 kilometres of marked snowshoe trails. The terrain ranges from gently rolling to challenging and the facilities provide groomed trails for both classic and skate techniques. The facilities are located in a consistent and abundant snow-belt area in Central Ontario.

Programs and Racing

The venue hosts numerous mountain bike and cross country ski races over the year. Each spring the Canada Cup brings out the best riders in Canada,Canada Cup Mountain Biking
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Facilities

* Beach volleyball court * Orienteering and low ropes * Disc golf * Bike wash * Complete ski and bike shop * Rental shop * Repairs and accessories for both recreational, performance skiers and mountain bike riders * Cafe * Parking

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