22nd Sandia Snowshoe Classic 2026
- Date Sat 24th January 2026
- Time 11:00AM MST
- Location Sandia Crest, New Mexico
- Price $50.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating outdoor adventure at the 22nd Sandia Snowshoe Classic on Saturday, January 24, 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of Sandia Park in Bernalillo, this exciting event invites snowshoe enthusiasts of all levels, aged 13 and older, to tackle a scenic 5K course through the beautiful trails of Cibola National Forest. The race kicks off at 11 AM, with check-in opening at 9:30 AM, ensuring you have plenty of time to prepare for a day filled with fun and camaraderie.
With a limit of just 175 participants, this is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow snowshoe fans while enjoying the thrill of winter sports. Registration is just $45 and includes refreshments, swag, and covers the parking fee at Sandia Crest. Plus, there are prizes for age group winners and cash awards for the top three male and female finishers! Don’t forget to bring your own snowshoes—local shops like MST Adventures and Sports Systems offer rentals for those who need them. Join us for this unforgettable day in the snow and help support the Friends of the Sandia Mountains, as all proceeds go towards preserving our beautiful trails and forest resources. Don’t
With a limit of just 175 participants, this is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow snowshoe fans while enjoying the thrill of winter sports. Registration is just $45 and includes refreshments, swag, and covers the parking fee at Sandia Crest. Plus, there are prizes for age group winners and cash awards for the top three male and female finishers! Don’t forget to bring your own snowshoes—local shops like MST Adventures and Sports Systems offer rentals for those who need them. Join us for this unforgettable day in the snow and help support the Friends of the Sandia Mountains, as all proceeds go towards preserving our beautiful trails and forest resources. Don’t
Organiser's Description
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24, 2026!
CHECK IN OPENS AT 9:30, RACE START: 11AM
JOIN US FOR THE 22ND SANDIA SNOWSHOE CLASSIC, PRESENTED BY THE FRIENDS OF THE SANDIA MOUNTAINS (FOSM) ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 24, 2026.
THE EVENT COURSE LOOKS GOOD WITH THE LATEST SNOW!
The race will begin at 11am at the lower-level parking lot at Sandia Crest and is a 5K tour of the beautiful trails in the Cibola National Forest. The event is limited to 175 participants, ages 13 and older; racers of all levels are welcome. No race day registrations. Register and join us; dont miss out on the fun!
Registration fee is $45 and includes refreshments, swag, the parking fee at the Crest and the processing fee; please note: no refunds, no rescheduling of the event, and no transfer of entries. You will receive your bib and giveaways at race day check in; no pre-race packet pick up. There will be gifts for age group winners and the overall top three winners each for male and female will again receive cash prizes!
Updated course map: Sandia Snowshoe Classic map [https://friendsofthesandias.org/snowshoe-race/snowshoe-race-maps/]
Please bring your own snowshoes! Several places in town provide daily rentals, e.g. MST Adventures, [https://www.mstadventures.com/rentals] Sports Systems [https://www.nmsportsystems.com/].
JackRabbit Race Management will join us again for this run to provide timing!
As always, please plan to carpool to the Crest on race day since parking is limited.
All proceeds go to the Friends of the Sandia Mountains [https://friendsofthesandias.org/] for preservation and maintenance of trails as well as other US Forest Service resources. Thank you for your support!
CHECK IN OPENS AT 9:30, RACE START: 11AM
JOIN US FOR THE 22ND SANDIA SNOWSHOE CLASSIC, PRESENTED BY THE FRIENDS OF THE SANDIA MOUNTAINS (FOSM) ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 24, 2026.
THE EVENT COURSE LOOKS GOOD WITH THE LATEST SNOW!
The race will begin at 11am at the lower-level parking lot at Sandia Crest and is a 5K tour of the beautiful trails in the Cibola National Forest. The event is limited to 175 participants, ages 13 and older; racers of all levels are welcome. No race day registrations. Register and join us; dont miss out on the fun!
Registration fee is $45 and includes refreshments, swag, the parking fee at the Crest and the processing fee; please note: no refunds, no rescheduling of the event, and no transfer of entries. You will receive your bib and giveaways at race day check in; no pre-race packet pick up. There will be gifts for age group winners and the overall top three winners each for male and female will again receive cash prizes!
Updated course map: Sandia Snowshoe Classic map [https://friendsofthesandias.org/snowshoe-race/snowshoe-race-maps/]
Please bring your own snowshoes! Several places in town provide daily rentals, e.g. MST Adventures, [https://www.mstadventures.com/rentals] Sports Systems [https://www.nmsportsystems.com/].
JackRabbit Race Management will join us again for this run to provide timing!
As always, please plan to carpool to the Crest on race day since parking is limited.
All proceeds go to the Friends of the Sandia Mountains [https://friendsofthesandias.org/] for preservation and maintenance of trails as well as other US Forest Service resources. Thank you for your support!
Races
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5K Snowshoe Classic
Sat 24th January 2026 (11:00AM MST)
$50.00
OPENS 31 OCTDirections: Go East from Albuquerque on I-40 to Tijeras. From Tijeras go North on Highway North 14 to Sandia Park. Then West on Highway 536 to the Sandia Crest. 35^012'37.5"N 106^026'54.3"W
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