Shamrock Shuffle Snowshoe & Run - Vail
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Krueger Family Shamrock Shuffle Snowshoe & Run - Vail
The Krueger Family Shamrock Shuffle is a winter snowshoe and running event on the Vail Nordic Center trails on March 20, 2027. The event includes snowshoe and running categories, a free Kids Fun Run, and a post-race gathering in the Gore Range Room at the Vail Golf & Nordic Clubhouse.
Course options and key features:
- Short course 3.9K (2.3 miles) +/-108' elevation aid at mile 1.15
- Long course 8K (5 miles) +/-233' elevation aid at miles 2.1 and 3.8
- Kids Fun Run 100 yards free obstacle course
Both courses follow groomed trails at the Vail Nordic Center except for a short section on the ice-climbing trail where runners descend through aspen trees for roughly 100 feet; that section is not groomed and may post-hole depending on snow conditions. Participants should stay on the marked course to avoid impacting Nordic Center operations. The Nordic Center requires a pass to use trails outside the event, but a pass is not required to participate in the race.
Aid stations provide water and Skratch Labs hydration. The event is papercup-less; reusable hydration is encouraged. Amenities at the Nordic Center include restrooms, water filling, gear drop, and a warming area. An afterparty in the Gore Range Room will include food and beverage options, awards by category and age group, and a raffle for all racers. Free parking is offered at the Vail Nordic Center and park-and-ride transit options are available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
