Otago · Cross-country skiing

Lower Merino Glen

A 1.4-mile cross-country ski trail that makes a loop in Otago, New Zealand.

1.4 mi
loop
424 ft
climb
5,012 ft
high point
Loop
route

Lower Merino Glen is a 1.4-mile cross-country ski trail that makes a loop in Otago, New Zealand. It runs between about 4,860 ft and 5,010 ft above sea level, with roughly 420 ft of climbing over the route. It is mapped as an easy route. It is groomed for classic and skate skiing. The nearest town is Pisa Moorings, about 10.0 miles northwest of the start. There are 28 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the trail shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Grooming and snow conditions change daily, so check the local trail report before you go.

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