Updated September 24, 2023
Humboldt’s Carlton Trail Ski Club (CTSC) was formed on Nov. 11, 1976. The club is a Nordic or cross country ski club which grooms and maintains approximately 4 km of classic and 4 km of skate ski trails at the Humboldt Golf Course as well as approximately 17 km of classic and 6 km of skate ski trails at the CTSC’s Dixon site (about 18 km northwest of Humboldt). There is a clubhouse on site at the Dixon trails (hooked up to power; heated on weekends. Golf Course Trails: The classic and skate trails on Humboldt Golf Course are perfect for any level of skier, including the beginner (few elevation changes). Generally speaking, there are two loops. The inside loop (1.5 km) stays in the trees and thus is nicely sheltered on windier days. The outside loop (3.2 km) follows the inside loop, then extends south out of the treed area (toward the Co-op C-Store and gas bar on Highway 5 and back). The trailhead is on tee box #10, which is south and west from the golf course clubhouse. The Humboldt Golf Club clubhouse is open and operating this winter. The golf club clubhouse is operated by Humboldt Golf Club and is not operated by nor affiliated with the CTSC. For times, services available, and COVID-19 protocols for the golf club clubhouse, please contact the golf club directly at 306-682-2833. To get to the golf course parking lot, turn north off Highway 5 on the golf course access road just a little west of the Peavey Mart road and a little east of the caboose at the Historical Park. Dixon Trails: The Dixon trails are set in wooded and rolling terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find these trails very much to their liking as there are many climbs, turns, and long runs. Less experienced skiers can choose from less challenging trails as well, including a beginner (flat) classic and skate trail in the field just north of the clubhouse and the Jackrabbit Trail (hilly, but short) just south of the clubhouse. The main skate trail is located across the road from the clubhouse (south side of the road), while the main classic trails wind their way through land on both sides of the road. The Dixon trails are located 18 km northwest of Humboldt city center. From downtown Humboldt, go 10 km west on Hwy 5 and turn north (right) on the grid closest to (and just east of) the Pioneer Inland Terminal. There is a little blue cross country ski highway sign there. Do not take Dixon Road – take the next road just west of Dixon Road. If coming from west of Humboldt, turn north (left) on the grid just after the Pioneer Inland terminal. There is a little blue cross country ski highway sign there. After turning off Hwy 5, proceed 6.4 km north then turn left (west). About 1.5 km down this road, you will see the clubhouse (a former one-room school house) on your right. The Dixon site has a clubhouse which is heated (on weekends) and has electricity (every day). There is, however, no running water. The bathroom facility is an outhouse. There are also three warm-up shacks along the north classic trails. Maps, payment information, and information on the trails themselves can be found on the our website. Memberships entitle users to unlimited use of the trails at the golf course (ski season) and Dixon (all seasons) to Dec. 31. There is also a daily trail fee for non-members (see further below for details). Collected memberships (and trail fees) allow the club to continue to maintain and improve trails, facilities, and grooming equipment in order to provide our members and guests with a great experience. Membership registration and payment must be done online (payment by credit card) by searching for "Carlton Trail Ski Club" on Zone4.ca A helpful instruction sheet can be found here or can be requested by contacting us. Current CTSC Membership Rates, Includes $17 Nordiq Canada and Cross Country Saskatchewan fees CTSC memberships are valid to Dec. 31: $72.00* – Adults $42.00* – First Child/Youth in family (18 yrs and younger) $32.00* – Each subsequent Child/Youth in family (18 yrs and younger) *Plus online transaction fee. Daily Trail Fees apply to non-members. Payment instructions for Dixon are on our website and on signage at the clubhouse. Payment instructions for the golf course are on our website. For group rate information, contact us. Current Daily Trail Fee Rates (e-transfer preferred; cash drop box also at both sites): Dixon (ski season): $10.00 – Adult $5.00 – Youth (18 years old and younger) Dixon (off-season): $5.00 Golf Course (ski season): $ 5.00 Trail Usage: Use of any of the trails groomed and/or cut by the Carlton Trail Ski Club involves risk, and all authorized users assume that risk. Many of the trails are cut through natural habitat where there is wildlife present, and the terrain can be challenging, so utilizing any of the trails is at your own risk. All users must also be aware of hunting seasons and take all necessary precautions (e.g. brightly-colored clothing) when using the trails during hunting seasons. At Dixon in the off-season, a few trails are typically kept cut to accommodate hiking, biking, and trail running through the spring, summer, and fall. Terrain and footing can be uncertain. CTSC membership or daily trail fees (see above) are required, and all authorized users assume all risk. The use of unauthorized motor vehicles on land owned by the Carlton Trail Ski Club is prohibited. Hunting on land owned by the Carlton Trail Ski Club requires express permission from the Club. Please familiarize yourself with our Shared Use Policy and Land Use Policy before using our trails. Trail Grooming Updates: Grooming updates can be found on the Nordic Pulse website. The information that the above app displays is also displayed on the CTSC website home page. If uncertain about current trail conditions based on the above two methods, feel free to e-mail us ([email protected]) and we will try to get you as current information as possible based on what information we can gather for you. Trailforks App – Trail Database and Maps: Our Dixon trails are all mapped out on the Trailforks app. This app is free and available on the app store on your phone. Cross Country Ski Equipment: The CTSC lends entry-level ski equipment to all current members at no cost (subject to availability; must be returned each April). High quality ski equipment is available for rent to any child and youth members that are not part of the CTSC Child and Youth Programs (subject to availability; refundable damage deposit applies). Please e-mail [email protected] for details. Non-members and groups wanting to rent entry-level ski equipment can e-mail [email protected] for details. Equipment is subject to availability. Please note that all CTSC ski equipment lent or rented for the current season must be returned to the club each April. Lessons are available to both individuals and groups. See our Programs section for more information. Child and Youth Programs (all programs subject to limited enrollment numbers): Please visit the Bunny Rabbits, Jackrabbits & Yacs page for the latest information. Thanks to a grant from the 1989 Jeux Canada Games Foundation, high quality ski equipment will be available at no cost to all who are registered in the Bunnyrabbit and Jackrabbit programs (subject to availability; refundable damage deposit applies). The equipment must be returned to CTSC in April. Ski equipment will be available at no cost to all who are registered in the YAC program, possibly even high quality equipment (subject to availability). The equipment must be returned to CTSC in April, 2021. Ski Fast! Race Team is for skiers who would like to compete and to travel to other sites in the province for races OR simply for anyone who wants to learn to ski faster (no obligation to race). Please contact us for more information. Club Activities and Events: COVID-19 has canceled most activities and events this season. A big thank you as always to the groomers.
Because of you we can enjoy the out doors and the wonderful sport of cross country skiing. It is considered appropriate to lavish praise, and granola bars etc. on the guys who drive the grooming machines and prepare the trails for us in the club. They are out there after snow falls, and whenever we need trail improvements, sometimes in not so nice weather, so we have good, safe trails to ski on. Thanks very much to Ed Brockmeyer, and Glen Dobmeier and Richard Leuschen for all the time and effort spent grooming and improving our trail systems. Please personally thank them. We also owe a debt of gratitude to Jim Dartnell who has been a great asset to the CTSC as a snowmobile mechanic – you are a Godsend Jim. Thanks! |