Who We Are
Welcome to Your Winter Home
A Community on the Trails Since 1980
Tucked just 25 km south of Kamloops, Overlander Ski Club has been part of the region’s winter heartbeat for more than 40 years. What began as a small group of dedicated Nordic enthusiasts has grown into a vibrant, multi-generational community where anyone — from first-time skiers to seasoned racers — can find their place on the trails.
Our Roots and Milestones
We’ve added features that reflect the needs and dreams of our community: snowshoe trails (2007), dedicated dog trails (2008), the Mike Dunn Terrain Park (2011), and lights for night skiing (2011). The day lodge sits at 1,315 meters, with trails winding through elevations from 1,270 to 1,410 meters, a setting that feels like a world away yet is just minutes from town.
A Community Built on Heart
If there’s one thing that defines Overlander, it’s our people. Our volunteers are the backbone of the club, putting in thousands of hours each year to prepare and maintain our trails. They’re the ones out before dawn, catching the sunrise from a snowcat, or hand-shovelling snow to make sure the New Year’s Eve loop is skiable.
One year, when an unseasonable thaw threatened to cancel the celebration, dozens of members spent days moving snow from the frozen lake to the trails, and the community still skied together under the lights that night. They build equipment when conditions demand it, string kilometres of Christmas lights in the forest, and greet members by name in the lodge. It’s their dedication that makes this place feel like home.
Discover the Spirit of Overlander
Skiing for Everyone
At Overlander, we believe Nordic skiing should be accessible, welcoming, and fun for all ages and abilities. Whether you’re gliding along gentle green trails, testing your skills on rolling terrain, exploring off-piste adventure routes, or bringing the family (dog included) for a day outside, there’s a place here for you. We keep barriers low, with affordable rentals and programs that invite everyone to experience the joy of winter.
Resilience in Every Season
Some winters bring deep snow, others test our creativity. In low-snow years, our team adapts — welding new grooming tools, relocating snow by hand, and finding ways to deliver the same high-quality skiing our members expect. That resilience is part of who we are, and it fuels our confidence in the seasons to come.
A Little Slice of Wilderness
Stake Lake offers the best of both worlds: true wilderness just minutes from town. Out here, you might spot moose tracks, hear the wind in the trees, and exchange friendly trail greetings with fellow skiers. It’s peaceful, it’s lively, and it’s the kind of place you carry with you long after the snow melts.
Be Part of the Story
Whether you’ve been here for decades or you’re planning your first visit, you’re welcome at Overlander Ski Club. This is more than a ski area — it’s a community, a tradition, and a winter home for all who love the magic of Nordic skiing.
More Than Just Skiing
On any given day, you might find 150 kids in our Saturday programs, friends meeting for a night ski under the lights, or families sharing hot chocolate in the lodge. Our calendar is dotted with community potlucks, festive events like Light up the Lake, and challenges like our coast-to-coast ski day. In the lodge, it’s not unusual to hear birthday songs echo through the rafters or to spot a group in outrageous costumes, keeping a decades-old ski-day tradition alive. These gatherings turn strangers into friends and skiing into shared memories.
Ready to Hit the Trails?
