Organized skiing began in the Larch Hills in 1973–74. Shuswap Outdoors! developed plans for a trail system, secured Canada Works funding and began building trails. The Larch Hills Ski Club was incorporated in 1980, with Stig Keskinen as its first president.

The club’s early years saw major developments, including the purchase of equipment for tracksetting, construction of the first chalet in 1983, and the launch of the Jackrabbit program in 1984. The first Larch Hills Marathon was held in 1985, later becoming the Reino Keski-Salmi Loppet. A management agreement with the Ministry of Forests was also established.

The 1990s brought continued trail development, new shelters, junior racing programs and improved grooming equipment. The Larch Hills Race Team produced athletes who went on to provincial and national levels. Volunteer efforts also expanded the trail network and introduced new events and programs.

The South Loops were developed, new shelters were built and partnerships with Shuswap Outdoors! and other organizations strengthened trail planning and stewardship. A major equipment upgrade brought the PB 200 groomer to Larch Hills in 2005. Snowshoe trails were added, the chalet was improved and hydro power and other infrastructure were installed. The Pirate Loppet grew into a major school event, supported by hundreds of volunteers.

Trail improvements continued, along with new snowshoe routes, shelters, stiles and improved facilities. Larch Hills hosted the 2012 BC Championships, and the club continued to support junior racing and school programs. In 2013, a newer Pisten Bully groomer was purchased, strengthening the club’s grooming capabilities.

By 2014, the Pirate Loppet had grown to more than 500 students, while the Reino Keski-Salmi Loppet celebrated its 30th anniversary. The same year marked 40 years since organized skiing began in the Larch Hills.

In 2015, a new Strategic Plan was developed. The plan guided LHNS activities for 2015–2018, ensuring sustainable development of trails, facilities, and programs.

The Chalet Expansion committee proposed a two-level, 2,400-square-foot addition, approved for $400,000 with no borrowing or membership fee increases.

Construction began in spring 2017, reaching lock-up by ski season before resuming in spring 2018 as funds were replenished. Over the next 18 months, countless volunteer hours, donated skills and materials, community support, grants and fundraising brought the project to completion. Dancing With The Shuswap Stars, led by Val Heckrodt and his committee, contributed nearly $90,000 over three years.

Duncan Morris, builder of the original chalet, brought his expertise full circle by helping build the expansion.

The Trail Lighting Project was developed to make evening skiing safer and more accessible, with approximately 6 km of trails illuminated until 9 p.m. The project was identified as a priority in the 2016 Larch Hills Nordic Society Strategic Plan and gained strong community support.

In 2019, Larch Hills was one of four national Kraft Heinz Project Play finalists, earning a $25,000 award backed by 256 letters of support from Salmon Arm.

Loops 1 and 2 were completed in 2021, followed by Loops 3, 4 and 5 in 2022, creating 6.5 km of lit trails. A backup generator was also installed in 2022.

A new 2024 Prinoth Bison X snow groomer and tracksetter, was purchased and arrived in November 2024, replacing the aging PistenBully. The approximately $630,000 investment, including equipment, training, taxes and delivery, was made possible by a $250,000 BC Capital Gaming Grant awarded in March 2024, more than a decade of member savings and local fundraising. The new machine helps to maintain high-quality cross-country ski trails.