If you’re looking for a safe place to go cross country skiing in the Utica NY area make sure you check out the Root Glen. It’s a close by and has some of the best trails and plenty central NY beauty.

The cross country skiing at the Root Glen is pretty easy, and I’m sure if you’re daring you can test your cross country ski skills by going off the beaten path or down to the ravine. But sometimes easy is good. Especially on a Sunday morning!

What a great day in Utica NY! The January freeze we’ve been in finally started to break. With temperatures breaking. It was a great day to get out of the house and get some fresh air and exercise.

Many people know about the Root Glen as a place to hike in the Summer and warmer months. But to truly love the place you need to take a hike, strap on some snow shoes or cross country skis and see what the place is like in the winter.

If you have kids longing to get outside, take them to the Root Glen. They will love being outdoors and seeing how beautiful nature is in the winter.

There are several places to park. The front part has a lot of bridges and steep drops so beware and take care. It’s easy to get to. If you live in Utica NY it will take you approximately 15 minutes to get there.

Perfect for the family. Close to home, easy trails, and natural beauty. It all adds up to great central NY living and sure beats staying inside.