Cross-country is a great winter sport that allows participants to peacefully enjoy a snowy scene. USA Today’s 10Best recently published their list of the ten best cross-country ski resorts around the country and two Colorado spots were included.

As a readers’ choice awards program, USA Today’s 10Best highlights the best in destinations, food and drink, hotels, and things to do. An expert panel selects their top picks and readers vote to determine the ten winners.

Devil’s Thumb Ranch in Tabernash, Colorado took first place nationwide as the best cross-country ski resort in the U.S. The ranch features almost 75 miles of groomed trails in the Ranch Creek Valley and offers season and day passes for the Nordic trails. Beginners can take private lessons, and more advanced skiers can explore challenging trails.

The Breckenridge Nordic Center ranked seventh on the list. Opened in 1969, the Breckenridge Nordic Center is rated as one of North America’s top cross-country skiing destinations, according to USA Today. As well as cross-country ski touring, the Breckenridge Nordic Center offers snowshoeing and snowcat adventures for all levels.

Check out the full rankings of the U.S.’s best cross country ski resorts here.

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