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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.

Winter Park Comp Center Seeking Local Sponsors

Mar 8, 2026

This winter, you may have noticed something special—former Winter Park Competition Center athletes standing on the world stage at the Milan Cortina Olympics —a powerful reminder that big dreams often begin right here in Grand County. Their journey was made possible in...

Grand Nordic Corner

Mar 4, 2026

42nd Annual Snow Mountain Stampede is this weekend. It’s that time of year to test yourself! Have you trained hard enough this season to be able to handle back-to-back 50K marathons or 25K half-marathons earning that coveted RANCH BOSS or RANCH HAND buckle from Snow...

CBC Women’s Race Cancelled

Mar 10, 2026

Sadly, the winter that wasn't continues. We didn't get the snow we had hoped for this week, and the coming week is supposed to be even warmer. Sadly, we can't be confident that we will be able to put on a safe race next weekend and have made the difficult...

Grand County Nordic Race Series

Grand County Nordic Ski Racing is putting on 8 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.

We have 3 great partner venues that host the events:

Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby
Devil’s Thumb Ranch in Tabernash
Granby Ranch in Granby

If you would like to be involved but don’t want to race, we’ll have a volunteer sign up online for each race.

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Spring Break Deals & Tons More At Granby Ranch This March!

Granby Ranch is the ideal place for the whole family over spring break! From DJs and live music to twilight ski and snowcat tours, there’s something for everyone this time of year! To celebrate, they’re offering 25% off 2 & 3-day Lift Packs and 15% off rentals when you buy online. This sale is available for a limited time, so get your discount while supplies last!

From March 13th-21st, Granby Ranch will be extending the operation of lifts until 5:30pm for Twilight Ski, allowing Spring Break guests to capture more skiable hours in the day with daylight savings sunshine. From competitions to concerts to holiday events, Granby Ranch has Spring Break covered!

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FREE Kids Friday Lessons • January 9 – February 27, 2026

The Free Fridays 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. Pre-registration is REQUIRED. Classic, skate and never-ever lessons are available with a maximum of 30 students total.

NEW! Grand County Gliders • January 4 – March 8, 2026

This new program for 2026 is designed for 3rd-5th graders. Classic & skate skiing, trail games, snacks! Practices focus on classic and skate skiing techniques, games on skis, and adventures exploring groomed trails. No racing experience required—our emphasis is on skill-building, teamwork, and a love of winter sports.

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