USCSA Cross Country Ski Racing Festival

Granby, United States • 24-25 Jan 2026

The USCSA Cross Country Ski Racing Festival, held at Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center in Granby, Colorado, is a vibrant collegiate and junior skiing event scheduled for January 24-25, 2026. It features classic races of 15 km and 7.5 km for college and independent high school athletes, alongside CHSAA middle and high school races. The festival also includes a skate sprint race. With around 350 racers, including middle school, high school, and college participants from various universities, the event fosters a competitive yet celebratory atmosphere. Medals and ski gear giveaways from top brands add to the excitement, making it a premier Nordic skiing festival in the Rocky Mountain region. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

15 km
15 Km Classic Race
7 km
7.5 Km Classic Race
3 Km Classic Race
Skate Sprint Race
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