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Snowmobiling
Kapuskasing is well-known for its reliable winters that provide an abundance of outdoor activities. By December, snow blankets the region with a thick covering that remains until March. Avid snowmobilers especially enjoy winters in Kapuskasing. The dependability of the weather and the durability of the snow are both ideal for snowmobiling. By investing in its snowmobile trails, Kapuskasing ensures that both residents and visitors benefit from superior riding conditions. Responsible for the general maintenance and expansion of the local section of the provincial trail network, the Kap Sno Rovers currently maintain over 200 km of trails. The trails are groomed on a 24 hour basis during the snowmobiling season, extending for approximately 20 weeks. Each season volunteers put over 5,000 hours into preserving the trail network. Local groomed trails range from 20 to 30 feet in width. The snowmobile corridors are equipped with extensive signage, helping riders to navigate through the network of trails. The trails cross a wide range of terrain and scenery, making the ride very exciting. Although the many snowmobile trails cut deep into the woods, they also cut back out to local communities for ready access to food, fuel, supplies and lodging. Kapuskasing is located in the center of the OFSC (Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs) District 15 - a region covered by 2,500 kilometres of groomed trails. The trails are open to all OFSC licensed riders. Kapuskasing's snowmobile trails are also linked to the Trans Ontario Trail which crosses Ontario from the Quebec border in Ottawa to the Manitoba border near Dryden. |
