Winter Sports
Signature Ride & Dine Package
Spend the day in the Cascades with our signature Ride & Dine adventure—a perfect blend of scenic thrill and fireside comfort. Guests begin their journey aboard our heated snowcat on a 10-mile ride along the Cascade Lakes Highway to the resort.
Upon arrival at Elk Lake Resort, you’ll enjoy a 2-hour snowmobile rental (single or tandem), followed by a hearty lunch in our newly renovated lodge. Adrenaline and serenity, the Ride & Dine offers the best of both worlds—an unforgettable way to spend your day with family or friends exploring the Cascades.
After lunch, guests return to Dutchman Flat via snowcat, taking in panoramic views to end a perfect day.
Offered Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and select holidays (advance booking required)
SNOWMOBILE Rental
Nestled deep in Oregon’s winter backcountry, Elk Lake Resort is the ultimate snowmobile destination along hundreds of miles of groomed trails.
Make Elk Lake your basecamp for exploration. Warm up by the fire, refuel you and your sled at the lodge, or launch your next ride right from your cabin doorstep.
We also offer a full fleet of snowmobile rentals for all skill levels. Whether you’re planning a day trip or a multi-day backcountry escape, Elk Lake is your hub for high-elevation winter adventure.
NORDIC SKIING
Elk Lake Resort is your serene winter escape for cross-country skiing in the Central Oregon Cascades. This winter season, we’re grooming the popular Elk Lake Loop Trail, offering a scenic and accessible route circumventing the lake with panoramic mountain views.
Whether you’re a seasoned skier or just getting started, Elk Lake offers a peaceful, off-the-grid Nordic experience far from the crowds. After your ski, warm up by the fire, grab a hot drink in the lodge, or stay overnight in one of our cabins.
Make Elk Lake your nordic ski destination—come for the quiet, stay for the adventure.
SNOWSHOEING
Explore the resort and neighboring trails on snowshoes. Surrounded by deep snow, alpine forest, and mountain views, our backcountry setting is ideal for ungroomed snowshoe adventures just steps from your cabin.
Snowshoe rentals are available onsite, making it easy to gear up and go. Whether you’re out for a short afternoon hike or an all-day trek, Elk Lake is your base for a peaceful, unplugged winter experience.
