Pine Needle Langlauf Nordic Ski Race

San Juan County, United States • 14 Feb 2026

Event overview

Pine Needle Langlauf is a freestyle cross-country ski race held on February 14, 2026, at the Durango Nordic Ski Club in Durango, United States (49786 US-550). The course includes climbs, descents and mountain views and takes place on snow. The event is presented as the final race of the Salomon Southwest Nordic Race Series.

Race options and on-site activities

  • 30K Langlauf
  • 15K Halftelauf
  • 7.5K Mittellauf
  • 3K Kurzlauf

On event day there is bib pick-up and check-in, the trails will be open for the races, and an awards ceremony will be held. The venue will also host live music, prizes for winners, and participant schwag. The Durango Nordic Ski Club organizes the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

30 km
Langlauf 30k
15 km
Halftelauf 15k
8 km
Mittellauf 7.5k
Kurzlauf 3k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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