Nordic Events in Grand County, Colorado
Winter Park, Fraser, Tabernash, Granby, Grand Lake, Hot Sulphur Springs, & Kremmling, CO
Colorado Biathlon Events
FREE Kids Friday Lessons • Jan 7 – Feb 25, 2022
FREE kids Nordic ski lessons on Fridays from January 7th thru February 25th, 2022 at YMCA of the Rockies, Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center. The Kids Nordic Ski Program 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. No lesson on January 21st & February 18th. 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. Masks and social distancing are required. If feeling sick, please stay home! All events pending current Covid restrictions.
970-887-0547 • Click here to register at snowmountainranch.org
SMR Classic • January 15, 2022
Come and experience the scenic beauty and challenging trails of Snow Mountain Ranch in this early season classic-only event. Challenge yourself to the single lap 7.5K course, or double your enjoyment and ski two laps on the 15K course. Click here for the race course (highlighted on trail map). Ready to sign-up for the race? Click here to register >>
Get details at ymcarockies.org/nordic-center
January 16, 2022
FIS World Snow Days sponsored by WPCC at SMR.
Click here for details on the WP Comp Center Nordic Program
January 21-23, 2022
Rocky Mountain Nordic JNQ Races at SMR.
Click here for details on the WP Comp Center Nordic Program
Ranch2Ranch XC Ski Trek • February 12-13, 2022
Cross Country Ski Trek starting at Snow Mountain Ranch to Granby Ranch via Fraser to Granby Trail. A fundraiser for youth XC skiing in Grand County. Parking at Oregon Lot at Granby Ranch with bus to Snow Mountain Ranch at 8:30 am and 9:30 am. Ski 12 km one way or ski over & back 24 km round-trip. One-way skiers park at Oregon lot at Granby Ranch to take the bus or shuttle with friends/family, and round-trip skiers park at Snow Mountain Ranch. Wear masks on the bus and in indoor or confined areas. Two aid stations en route and medical personnel on course. Groomed for classic, skate and snowshoe. Registration fee discounted for Grand Nordic Members (Non-members pay regular fees). Start times spaced out between 9-11am in half-hour waves.
Members $30 / Non-members $35 / add $5 Friday, Feb 11th.
970-887-0547 • Register at GrandNordic.org
SMR Stampede • March 12 & 13, 2022
The Snow Mountian Ranch Stampede races will run on a two Lap Course at Snow Mountain Ranch. March 12th is a FREESTYLE RACE: 10K, 25K, 50K. March 13th is a CLASSIC RACE: 10K, 25K, 50K. Click here to register >>
Get details at ymcarockies.org/nordic-center
April 9, 2022
Tom’ Terrific Nordic Days at Winter Park Resort
Click here for details on the WP Comp Center Nordic Program
Get the Latest Nordic News
Follow us online to stay up-to-date on Nordic news:
- Signup your email at GrandNordic.org
- Visit the Facebook page for updates at facebook.com/grandnordic
- Join the Grand Nordic Community Bulletin Board group to buy and sell Nordic gear, get assistance with gear buying tips, connect with other Nordic skiers, and plan ski day meetups on the trail. To join the group, go to Grand Nordic’s Facebook page, click on “Visit Group” to go to the group page. Then click the Join Group button. An administrator of the group will approve your request, usually within one day.
Current COVID-19 Info & Restrictions
Grand County: co.grand.co.us/COVID19
State of Colorado: covid19.colorado.gov
Due to the continued effects of COVID-19, events may look different this season. Events may be cancelled or limited to a small number of participants. Nordic Centers will be open for skiing but may not hold their large events so be sure to check their individual websites for details. Stay tuned for information as it becomes available and signup your email for updates from Grand Nordic.
Winter Park Resort Comp Center Nordic Program • November 26, 2021 – April 10, 2022
Winter Park Competition Center Winter Nordic Programs.
Click here for details on the WP Comp Center Nordic Program
Annual Events
Nordic Ski Swap:
Typically held at the end of October each year.
Free Nordic Ski Lessons
Grand Nordic puts on Free Lessons every season. Be sure to become a member to take advantage of this great opportunity.
Full Moon Ski
Saturdays, December-March
at Grand Lake Nordic Center &
at Pole Creek Golf Course
Find more details at grandlakerecreation.com
and at polecreekgolf.com
Grand Nordic Calendar
Events are color coded by category:
• Red = Grand Nordic Club Events • Blue = Grand Lake Nordic Events
• Green = Snow Mountain Ranch Events • Orange = Devil’s Thumb Ranch Events
• Purple = Colorado Biathlon Club Events • Brown = Events outside of Grand County