Winter's End
Snowshoe Races
1st Annual
Marathon: Saturday, March 8, 2025 6:00am
16-Mile: Saturday, March 8, 2025 8:00am
8-Mile: Saturday, March 8, 2025 8:00am
2-Mile “Fun Run”: Saturday, March 8, 2025 8:30am
Time Limits: 6:00pm for All
Runner Capacity: 200 (Combined)
Start/Finish: Granby Ranch Resort || Granby, CO
The Winter’s End Snowshoe Races is an exciting winter running adventure that takes place at the beautiful Granby Ranch Resort in Granby, CO. The races are open to runners of all abilities, from beginners to experienced athletes, and offer a unique opportunity to enjoy the beautiful snow-covered landscape while staying active and healthy during the waning winter season. The races take place on established resort single-track and double track trails that may or may not be groomed and/or packed-out. The courses are designed to challenge runners while still allowing them to enjoy the beauty of this grande base camp just outside of Rocky Mountain National Park . The Winter’s End Snowshoe Races are not just about competition, they’re also about community. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, join us for an unforgettable winter running experience.
Entry Fees
SIGN UP FOR AN ADVENTURE
2025 REGISTRATION OPENS OCTOBER 1, 2024*Any registration purchased after Monday, February 24, 2025 is not guaranteed a race shirt or finisher’s award. After this date, these items will only be provided as available at the finish line.
Online Registration closes March 5, 2025 at 11:59pm.
We welcome race day registration as space allows.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Gender specific race shirt*
Finisher’s medal*
Scenic and challenging course
Well stocked aid stations
Inclusion, Equality, and Community
* “Fun Run” registration does NOT include a race shirt, but does include a finisher’s medal. All other distances (8mi, 16mi, Marathon) all include a finisher’s medal and shirt.
ABOUT THE ADVENTURE
HPRS provides volunteers with $10-$20/hour in HPRS Credits for whatever time they provide in support of our events. To volunteer for this event, please register for volunteer slots HERE.
To learn more about our volunteer program, Click Here.
Our interactive course maps on CalTopo allow you to visualize each course. To access these maps, please Click Here
For a downloadable PDF version of our course maps, please CLICK HERE. (COMING SOON!)
For a downloadable PDF version of course elevation profiles, please CLICK HERE. (COMING SOON!)
For a downloadable PDF version of the Aid Station Chart, please CLICK HERE. (COMING SOON!)
To access the runner's google drive for this event, please CLICK HERE.
For previous year's results and race reports, please CLICK HERE. (This will be updated once the results page for this event has been built.)
HPRS does not provide lodging services or a camping option for this event. We encourage participants to look into lodging and food options in the surrounding area in order to support the local community and its economy. Nearby towns and their distance from the race venue are listed below.
Granby Ranch Resort Area: You're There! There are many VRBO options in the immediate area.
Granby: 4.6 Miles (10 min)
Tabernash: 11.1 Miles (15 min)
Hot Sulphur Springs: 14.7 Miles (21 Min)
Winter Park: 20.3 Miles (27 min)
Grand Lake: 19.4 Miles (29 min)
Silverthorne/Dillon: 69-73 Miles (1hr 20min)
Golden: 77 Miles (1hr 40min)
In the event of inclement weather and mountain road closures: It is not unusual for Berthoud Pass to be closed during the winter season due to Avalanche Issues. In the event that Berthoud Pass is closed, the alternate route to Granby is via CO-9 through Silverthorne, Kremmling, and Hot Sulphur Springs. This is a considerably longer drive than taking Berthoud Pass off of I-70. Please make note of this possible reality when planning your adventure.
Snowshoes will be required. In the event that snow depths are <4", the event may be held as a trail running event or outright cancelled. In the event of cancelation, HPRS will offer all registered participants at time of cancellation a refund of 70% of their entry fees paid (not including taxes and/or processing fees). In the event that we host a "trail running event" instead, no refunds will be provided. We encourage all participants to purchase race registration insurance during time of checkout.
HPRS does NOT rent or own snowshoes. It is up to the individual athlete to secure their own snowshoes for the adventure. !!NO SKIS!! No skis be they alpine, nordic, backcountry, 2x4s or other. No other forms of flotation are allowed.
Snowshoe Requirements:
• Snowshoes may be commercial or prototype models. Snowshoes may be modified but must respect the following minimum measurements:
• Length: 53.34 cm (21 inches) minimum
• Width: 17.78 cm (7 inches) minimum
• The snowshoe requires at least 4 crampons.
• Direct mounting of shoes to snowshoes is permitted.
- Comfortable Winter Jacket
- Backup Breathable Light Jacket
- Comfortable Winter Pants
- Winter Gloves
- Waterproof Gaiters
- Long John (Top & Bottom)
- Multitool to make adjustments or/repair bindings
- Trekking Poles
- Headlamp + Spare
- Sunscreen (SPF 15+)
- Lip balm (SPF 15+)
**RECOMMENDED ITEMS TO HAVE THE BEST EVENT EXPERIENCE. THEY ARE NOT REQUIRED.
Event check-in will take place on Friday Night from 6-8pm in the Bluebird Bistro, and from 5:00am - 8:30am on event morning at the Start/Finish area, all at the Granby Ranch Resort 1000 Village Rd, Granby, CO 80446
Held virtually during the week leading up to the event.
Spectators are only permitted at the start/finish line of the event and MUST be out of the way of all downhill skiers. Due to limitations outlined in our permits, crews and/or pacers are prohibited. All participants should plan to tackle the challenges of this event on their own accord.
Drop Bags are welcome for all participants. You may have them at the Start/Finish line ONLY. See the aid station chart for more info. Please leave nothing of value in your bag. Do not leave your drop bag behind. All abandoned drop bags are disposed of immediately at the conclusion of the event.
All participants and spectators must park at the designated parking locations ONLY. A map of these areas will be available closer to the race.
All participants who complete their challenge will receive a unique finisher's award. We'll also present our DFL Awards. HPRS does not have a podium or age group awards, please see our Awards Page for more details.
NO AWARDS WILL BE MAILED
This event is being held with special permission from our friends at Granby Ranch Resort. 100% of this event takes place on Granby Ranch Resort property, which is private (not public) property. Our contractual agreement to use their property for this event comes with a host of terms and conditions. It is expected that all participants follow the rules and regulations of this event as presented by HPRS, as well as the direction of Granby Ranch Staff, in order to ensure the future preservation of this event. Thank you.
Any additional event information, changes, and updates will be sent to registered entrants ONLY via e-mail communication.