February 2025
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Feb.1
Moraloppet (Mora, MN)
10K, 20K freestyle
10:30 am
Starts and finishes at the Vasaloppet Nordic Center on the north end of town and offers numerous class awards. Skiers in the 5K Tour receive completion pins. Benefits the Tom Giese Skier Development Fund.
Feb.1-2
City of Lakes Loppet (Minneapolis, MN) |
35K, 20K classic Sat; 35K, 20K freestyle Sun
9am, 9:45am Sat; 9am, 10 am Sun
An urban point-to-point race! Starts at Lake Bde Maka Ska and finishes at Theodore Wirth. There are also 10K tour event, and skijor, ice bike, kids races, Kubb and the post-race party!
Feb.1
Mt. Ashwabay Summit Ski Race (Bayfield, WI) |
30K freestyle, classic, pursuit; 15K freestyle, classic
10:00 am
All races start and finish at the Mt. Ashwabay Chalet. High school 7K classic, Middle School 3.5K freestyle races are available, starting earlier in the morning. Overall male and female winners for each race and winning teams receive a full pie.
Feb.1
Wolf Tracks Rendezvous (Minocqua, WI) |
42K freestyle, classic; 24K freestyle, classic
9:30 am; 10:30 am
A one-loop marathon or half-marathon encompassing many of the best trails that Winter Park has to offer, including several technical sections and the normally classic-only Wolf Tracks and Nekoosa trails. A single classic track will be laid on the entire course. The 42km marathon is a Birkebeiner qualifier.
Feb.2
Valley Spur Classic (Munising, MI) |
10K classic
10 am EST
Racing on the Valley Spur ski trails with a solid mix of hills and double pole bliss. Also a fundraiser for the Friends of Valley Spur Groomer Capital Campaign.
Feb.8
Pre-Birkie (Hayward, WI) |
42K freestyle, classic; 26K freestyle, classic
9:30 am, 9:40 am; 10 am, 10:10 am
Running out of Birkie Ridge trailhead.
Feb.8-9
Vasaloppet USA (Mora, MN) |
48K, 34K, 12K freestyle Sat; 42K, 21K classic Sun
10:30 am, 11:30 am; 10:30 am
The largest race in Minnesota. The finish is the best around -- down Main street Mora with the crowds cheering!
Feb.8-9
North American Vasa (Traverse City, MI)
6K, 15K, 27K freestyle Sat; 6K, 15K classical Sun
9am, 9:20am, 9:45am Sat; 9:30am, 9:50am Sun
This is the big one for lower Michigan. Race starts and finishes at Timber Ridge Resort. Beautiful and challenging trail through State Forest. Two day combined Grand Champion title as well.
Feb.9
North End Classic (Cable, WI) |
12.5K, 25K classic
10am
Starts and finishes at the North End Trail Head. Cookie Classic free kids races .5, 1 and 2 km.
Feb.15
Minnesota Finlandia (Bemidji, MN) |
25K classical; 50K, 25K freestyle
10 am; 10:30 am
A challenging course with many good hills and lots of woods! One of the best run races in Minnesota (especially the wave starts)!
Feb.15
Book Across the Bay (Ashland, WI)
11K freestyle, classic
6pm
A candlelit, evening race for skiers and snowshoers of all abilities and ages. The course runs from Ashland to Bird Island (just south of Washburn) and back, across Chequamegon Bay.
Feb.15-16
Coleraine JNQ (Coleraine, MN) |
7.5 classic Sat; 5K, 10K classic Sun
9:30 am; 10 am
Junior National Qualifier racing for the Midwest division. Held on the Mt. Itasca Winter Sports Center's Nordic ski trails, hosted by Mt. Itasca.
Feb.15-16
CCSA Championships/JNQ (Houghton, MI) |
7.5K, 15K, 20K freestyle Sat; 5K, 7.5K classic Sun
9:30 am; 9:30 am
The CCSA Championships. Mass start on Saturday, interval start on Sunday. Also Junior National Qualifier racing for the Great Lakes division.
Feb.15
Carey Lake Ski Challenge (Hibbing, MN) |
3K classic; 11K freestyle; 12K classic
11 am; noon; 12:15 pm
A classic ski event in the heart of the Iron Range, offering an opportunity for both recreational and competitive skiers to enjoy a timed challenge/race on the beautiful trails of Carey Lake in Hibbing, MN. Division awards, as well as top male/female in 11K.
5K, 10K, 20K freestyle
2pm
A fun family day at Hidden Valley Recreation Area. There is a Hot Cocoa Cup Kids Race designed for children 10 and under, which is free, and a 5k Fun Race (costumes encouraged). The Candlelight Ski is 3K. Walking tacos and snacks will be available in the Chalet along with live music.
Feb.16
Pincushion Mountain Winter Festival (Grand Marais, MN) | |
25K classic; 10K freestyle, classic
10 am
A ski festival for the entire family on the beautiful Pincushion Trails, overlooking Grand Marais and Lake Superior. Competitive events in the morning, Winter Carnival events in the afternoon with family ski, snowshoe cruise on the new Pincushion section of the North Shore Hiking Trail.
Feb.21
Kortelopet (Hayward, WI) |
29K freestyle, classic
In 2017 the Kortelopet moved to it's own date, and now starts at Hwy OO and finishes on the streets of Hayward.
Feb.22
American Birkebeiner (Hayward, WI) |
50K freestyle; 53K classic
The benchmark race. The largest ski race in North America. Sign up early! Also a SuperTour race.

Ongoing Race Series

Jan.8-Feb.11
4.9K freestyle, classic
7:15 pm (repeats Wednesdays)
Held on the lighted trails at Lapham Peak, online registration preferred. There are also youth and high school series, which start earlier at 5:15 pm and 6 pm. An individual start race is held on Wednesday afternoon to replace the Tuesday Time Trial races.
Jan.8-Feb.26
MYSL Team Sprints & Family Night (Minneapolis, MN) |
team sprints
6:30 pm (repeats Wednesdays)
This informal Wednesday night race series at Wirth Park is based on two-person relays with a different format each week. Bring a partner or sign up to be matched with a skier of similar ability. Adult, child and adult/child divisions. High school teams welcome, but must pre-register. Great way to introduce kids and adults to racing. New in 2025: One night will be at Battle Creek!
Jan.28-Mar.25
2.5K, 5K freestyle, classic
6 pm (repeats every 8 weeks)
Fun evening series at MTU, dates this season are: Jan 28th and Mar 25th.
View a full list of Race Series and combined awards.
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