Pine Needle Langlauf Nordic Ski Race

Durango, United States • 21 Feb 2026

Event overview

The Pine Needle Langlauf is a freestyle ski race held at the Durango Nordic Center in Durango, Colorado on Saturday, February 21, 2026. The course includes large climbs, scenic views and downhill sections, and the organizer notes good snow conditions. The event features live music, a deck party, prizes for winners, and schwag for participants. It is the final race in the 2024-2025 Southwest Nordic Race Series and will conclude with the crowning of the King and Queen of Nordic Skiing in the Southwest.

Race details

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

Prizes are awarded to top male and female winners in open categories. Bib pick-up and check-in are provided before the races, and an awards ceremony follows the competition. Registration is handled in advance; late registrations are accepted for an additional fee. Entry fees listed are $30 for adults and $15 for U18 and under. The Durango Nordic Center address is 49786 Hwy 550 N, Durango, CO 81301. 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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