If you’re planning a getaway to the Larch Hills Nordic ski trails near Salmon Arm, BC, finding somewhere cozy to stay can make a good ski trip even better.

Just 10 minutes from the Larch Hills Nordic ski trails, Tin Poppy Retreat offers three unique winter cabins tucked into 160 acres of private forest in the Shuswap. Spend your day skiing beautifully groomed trails, then return to a warm cabin, a crackling wood fire, and perhaps your own private wood-fired sauna.

Whether you’re visiting for a weekend of skiing, a family winter holiday, or a quiet midweek escape, here’s what you need to know about skiing at Larch Hills and where to stay nearby.

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Larch Hills Nordic is one of the Shuswap’s great winter treasures. Located approximately 20 kilometres from Salmon Arm, this volunteer-supported ski area offers an extensive network of trails winding through beautiful forests and snowy landscapes.

The Larch Hills Nordic trail system includes:

• 57 kilometres of regularly groomed cross-country ski trails for classic and skate skiing.
• Approximately 6.5 kilometres of illuminated trails for early morning and evening skiing.
• An extensive network of ungroomed ski routes for more adventurous skiers.
• Dedicated snowshoe trails and a designated canine ski trail.

There’s terrain for a wide range of abilities, whether you’re learning to cross-country ski or looking for a challenging day on the trails.

One of the nicest things about Larch Hills is the variety. You can enjoy a short morning ski, head out for a longer adventure, or return in the evening to explore the illuminated trails.

Before heading out, visit the Larch Hills Nordic Society website for trail information, day passes, and updates.

You can also check the official grooming report and download trail maps to plan your route.

If you’d rather spend your time skiing than driving back and forth from town, staying in the Larch Hills is a wonderful option.

Tin Poppy Retreat is located approximately 10 minutes from the Larch Hills Nordic ski area and about 25 minutes from Salmon Arm and Enderby.

Our cabins are scattered across 160 private forested acres, each with its own character, plenty of privacy, and easy access to nature.

We have three year-round cabins available for winter stays. Each has a wood-burning heating system and its own private wood-fired sauna, available as an optional add-on.

And while the Nordic ski trails are the main attraction, you can also explore more than 14 kilometres of private forest trails right here at Tin Poppy. They’re wonderful for snowshoeing, winter walks, and a little exploring between ski outings.

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Our largest winter accommodation, Lavender Cabin, is a spacious timber-framed house that sleeps up to 10 guests.

Built using timber from our property, Lavender has a large country kitchen, two full bathrooms, Wi-Fi, and plenty of room for everyone to spread out.

The large dining table makes it especially lovely for group ski weekends. There’s room for a long breakfast before heading to the trails, and an equally long dinner when everyone returns.

Lavender is heated with wood, including a beautiful masonry heater that creates a wonderfully cozy gathering space.

Outside, you’ll find a private wood-fired sauna overlooking the surrounding forest.

If you’re planning a cross-country skiing getaway with family or friends, Lavender offers the comforts of a full-sized home in a peaceful off-grid setting.

Violet Cabin is a handcrafted log cabin that sleeps up to five guests.

It’s one of our truly unplugged cabins, with no conventional electricity or running water. Instead, you’ll find propane lighting and cooking appliances, a wood stove, fresh water provided for your stay, and a private outhouse.

What you won’t find is a television demanding your attention.

Violet is a favourite for guests who love being outdoors and appreciate the simple pleasures of cabin life. Ski all day, make a good supper, settle in by the wood stove, and enjoy the quiet.

Its private wood-fired sauna makes a particularly lovely finish to a winter afternoon.

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For couples planning a ski weekend, Wild Rose Cabin is a little gem.

This intimate log cabin sleeps up to four guests and features a king-size bed, a wood stove, propane cooking facilities, and its own private sauna.

Like Violet, Wild Rose is unplugged, without electricity or running water. It’s a simple, comfortable cabin where the pace of life slows right down.

Spend your morning skiing at Larch Hills Nordic, return to the cabin for a late lunch, and enjoy a sauna before settling in for the evening.

Sometimes the best part of a ski holiday is everything that happens after the skiing.

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There’s something especially satisfying about a sauna after a day of cross-country skiing.

All three of our winter cabins have their own private wood-fired sauna, so there’s no shared schedule and no need to head into town for a spa experience.

Light the stove, let the sauna heat up, and enjoy the warmth while looking out into the snowy forest.

Sauna use is available as an optional add-on to your cabin stay, with firewood provided.

It’s a pretty lovely way to finish a winter day in the Shuswap.

If you’re visiting without your own equipment, John’s Ski Shack is conveniently located along the way to the Larch Hills Nordic trails.

This locally owned ski shop offers cross-country ski and snowshoe rentals, along with equipment services and winter gear.

It’s worth checking rental availability and opening hours before your visit, particularly during busy winter weekends.

Larch Hills is a winter destination, and snow conditions can change throughout the season.

We recommend checking the Larch Hills Nordic grooming report before heading out to ski.

Tin Poppy Retreat is also a rural mountain property, accessed partly by forest service road. Winter visitors should come prepared for snowy conditions, appropriate winter tires, and changing mountain weather.

We’ll provide arrival information to help you prepare for your stay.

Absolutely. Larch Hills has a separate network of dedicated snowshoe trails through the forest.

Snowshoeing is also a wonderful activity right here at Tin Poppy Retreat, where our private trail network offers plenty of opportunity to explore without getting back in your vehicle.

Please use designated snowshoe trails at the Nordic area rather than walking on groomed ski tracks.

A winter getaway doesn’t have to be complicated.

Pack your skis, bring some good food, choose a cozy cabin, and enjoy a few days in the Larch Hills.

With cross-country skiing just 10 minutes away, private forest trails outside your cabin, and a wood-fired sauna waiting when you return, Tin Poppy Retreat makes a lovely home base for a Shuswap ski holiday.

Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or planning a longer stay, we’d love to welcome you.

Ski. Sauna. Supper. Repeat.