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Cross Country Ski in Grand County, Colorado

More Ks, More Days • Ski Early, Ski Late • Endless Trails • Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe • Close to Denver

Grand Nordic’s mission is to promote All Things Nordic in Grand County, Colorado. Bringing together resources in this website, Grand Nordic has compiled all the county has to offer, including World Class Nordic areas, ranches offering groomed Nordic skiing (also called Cross Country Skiing), recreation districts and town recreation departments offering kids lessons, NSCD offering both adaptive and adaptive competitive programs, Colorado Biathlon training and competition, School teams in Middle School and High School, Competition programs for all ages, free skiing in the Center of town and free trails connecting towns for miles across the county or on golf courses. 

NORDIC SKI GATHERING THIS FRIDAY

NORDIC SKI GATHERING THIS FRIDAY

Snow Mountain Ranch is holding their annual pre-Ski Swap gathering on Friday, Oct. 18, 5pm to 6pm at Schlessman Family Camper Hub Patio (West of the Nordic Center). Meet Snow Mountain Ranch’s new Nordic Director, Jeff Paulson, and Winter Park’s Head Coach, Ross...

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NORDIC SKI SWAP & EXPO IS SAT., OCT 19

NORDIC SKI SWAP & EXPO IS SAT., OCT 19

t’s that time of year again and, right on schedule, snow has already landed in the High Country making us diehards start dreaming.  Sadly, it’s been nothing but sunshine and heat since then.  Hopefully the hardcore might soon find enough of the white stuff...

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EVENT PHOTOS TO SHARE

EVENT PHOTOS TO SHARE

In an effort to share photos with those who attend our events, like the Grand County Nordic Race Series and the Ranch2Ranch Trek, we have compiled photo albums for everyone to enjoy. We have photos from many of our events, but not all events had a photographer...

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Grand County Nordic Race Series

Grand County Nordic Ski Racing is putting on eight Nordic races, both skate and classic, with long and short course options. There are kid and family options with Junior races for ages 13 and under, and a Family/Kids Tour for all ages. By signing up for the race series, you save on the individual race cost. Compete with fellow racers for the best score of the series.

Four great partner venues will host the events:

  • Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby
  • Devil’s Thumb Ranch in Tabernash
  • Granby Ranch in Granby
  • Latigo Guest Ranch in Kremmling

Series Sponsored by Winter Park Chamber

Nordic skiing at Devils Thumb Ranch

Annual Grand Nordic Ski Swap • Saturday, October 19th

The Annual Nordic Ski Swap is October 19th, 10am-3pm, inside the Campers Hub building (across from the Nordic Center) and at the Nordic Center Parking Lot @ Snow Mountain Ranch, YMCA of the Rockies.

New and Used equipment for sale from Nordic Centers, Retail Shops & Grand Nordic (club members & fellow skiers): Skis, Boots, Poles, Wax, Clothing, Bindings, and Accessories for Adults and Kids. There will be an EXPO with Reps, Toko Wax Service, Door Prizes, Food Trucks & more.

FREE Kids Friday Lessons • January – February 2025

The Kids Nordic Ski Program is held on Fridays in January and February at YMCA of the Rockies, Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center. It offers ski instruction for beginners and more accomplished skiers ages 5-10, skiing games, winter nature activities, and ends with a Nordic Ski Festival and prizes for all. Lesson starts at 1pm. Pre-registration is REQUIRED. Please arrive 30-45 minutes prior to lessons to get equipment and trail pass which are provided for the duration of the lesson. Classic, skate and never-ever lessons are available with a maximum of 30 students total. Parents are encouraged to help and will receive trail pass and equipment for the duration of the lesson if helping. The 2025 dates are scheduled for January 10 thru February 28th.

Call or text Grand Nordic at 970-887-0547 with questions or to volunteer.

Nordic Centers

Grand County is a cross country skiing mecca with 3 Nordic Centers with pristine groomed trails, rentals, lessons, & gear.

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Free Trails

Enjoy free access to groomed or packed trails, maintained by towns, recreation districts, local trail organizations and clubs.

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Ranches

Relax when you book your lodging at the same place that you can enjoy cross country skiing on beautifully groomed trails.

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Backcountry Trails

For those who enjoy breaking trail in the peaceful quiet of the snowy forest, Grand County has miles and miles of trails to offer.

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Events

Competitive Programs

School Programs

Adaptive Program

Special Thanks To Our Sponsors & Supporters

Devils Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa
Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center
Granby Ranch
Winter Park Competition Center
Winter Park Chamber
Grand County Colorado
Faster Skier
Christy Sports
Never Summer Mountain Products
Colorado Adventure Guide