Stokely Creek Lodge XC-Ski Resort began as a dream. Chuck Peterson, the founder, scoured the Algoma Highlands over 60 years ago to find the perfect place to pursue the sport he loved, xc-skiing.  He found the perfect place to develop skillfully designed trails to bring Nordic skiing into its own. After Chuck passed away we, Gaylen and Susan Byker and Tanya and Ian Byker/Phair, bought Stokely in 2007.  We brought our family to Stokely since it’s beginning and our love of the p

As the splendor of autumn diminishes, the onset of snowfall is eagerly anticipated. The Ontario Storm Watch predicts that areas such as Stokely will likely experience a significant amount of lake effect snow, similar to last year. If you haven't made your winter reservations yet, it's time to book rooms for your friends and family. If you need help with our new online booking system, feel free to call the office for assistance. We’re counting down the days until our first gue

We have just finished a great season!  Everyday brought awesome skiing on the Stokely trails. We are thankful for regular snowfalls and...

Winter Wonderland 2025 Alex said that he and his groomers would be thrilled if the snow finally stopped, as both they and their machines...

It is with sadness we announce that Dr. Howard Feit, a longtime friend and supporter of Stokely, the Byker's, and generations of lodge...

Alex and his team have been striving to open the 100 km of trails. He had to remove the fallen trees and branches, pack the snow, and...

The vibrant leaves of fall paint a beautiful landscape for weddings at Stokely. Through summer and fall our team is busier than ever...

We started off slow with no snow. Then it was great until we got rain. Now it is snowing like crazy and our hopes are high. They say it...

EAT. We are excited about the new flavors on Stokely's menu this year. Mark Hyman in his new book called FOOD What the Heck Should I...

I will keep you updated on facebook, but right now Alex has 20 KM packed. There is snow in the forecast again for tonight. He hopes to...

In Goulais River, Ontario, there are three inches of snow on the ground at Stokely Creek Lodge. It is a bit early for it to stay, but it...

We have slipped out of retirement and have returned to our favorite place, because the buyers were not able to close the deal. Gaylen had...

When we first took over as owners of Stokely Creek, our granddaughter Eva was five years old and had been coming here soon after she was...

Dear Stokely Family; We have important news to share with you, Stokely Creek Lodge is in the process of welcoming new owners, the third...

This is the time of year in our household when we start dreaming of snow. And this morning when I checked the weather forecast I was...

Stokely's busy summer is winding down. Fall with all its beautiful colors is just beginning. Kim and her great team hosted weddings and...

It keeps snowing every day and we keep grooming. So our extended last week is filling. If you plan to visit call soon. Crossing the...

Most every evening in the Goulais River area there are snow squall warnings. And every morning all three groomers are out again...

Picture it. You've just come past a small pond, and you're re-entering a sliver of forest as you climb a small hill. Then you curve left...

The corduroy is waiting! Trails were groomed while we were closed and continue to be in great shape. We have just been informed that...