Chama Chile Ski Classic

  • Date Sat 17th January 2026
  • Time 9:00AM MST
  • Location Chama, New Mexico
  • Price $21.10 - $31.40
  • Races 8 races

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor adventure at the Chama Chile Ski Classic on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in the picturesque town of Chama, Rio Arriba! This exciting event features a variety of race distances designed for skiers and snowshoers of all ages and abilities. Participants can choose from the challenging 18k Freestyle XC Ski Race starting at 9:00 AM, or the shorter 6k Freestyle XC Ski Race at 10:00 AM. For those looking to introduce newcomers to the sport, the 12k, 6k, and 1k & 3k Rookie Classic XC Ski Races kick off at 11:30 AM, followed by the 6k and 1k & 3k Rookie Snowshoe races at 1:00 PM.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the southern San Juan Mountains, the course winds through scenic landscapes that include the historic Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, rolling hills, aspen groves, and lush forests. After the races, join us for the awards ceremony at 5:00 PM at Hunters Restaurant, where participants can look forward to exciting prizes, including coveted chile ristas and medals! Whether

Organiser's Description

LATEST RACE UPDATES:

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BIB PICKUP WILL BE 4:30PM-7:30PM @ HUNTERS RESTURANT(FORMERLY OUTLAW)

REGISTRATION AND BIB PICKUP AVAILABLE AT RACE SITE ON DAY OF THE RACE

Tentative Schedule:

* 9:00am - 18k Freestyle XC Ski Race
* 10:00am - 6k Freestyle XC Ski Race

* 11:30am - 12k, 6k and 1k&3k Rookie Classic XC Ski Races

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* Classic Wood Ski 12k and 6k *W_ill be run with Classic XC Ski races*_

* 1:00pm - 6k and 1k&3k Rookie Snowshoe races

AWARDS AT 5:00PM AT HUNTERS RESTURANT AFTER RACES CONCLUDE!

PRIZES INCLUDE CHILE RISTAS AND MEDALS!

Enjoy a variety of events for all ages and abilities.

The race course includes part of the historic Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad and is located in the southern San Juan Mountains, north of Chama, New Mexico and southwest of Antonito, Colorado. The course includes rolling hills, aspen groves, open meadows, and forests of spruce and fir.

Registration is OPEN!

Races

  • 18k Freestyle Ski

    Incl. $1.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th January 2026 (9:00AM MST)

    $31.40

    CLOSED
    Qualifying race for the Nordic Series
  • 6k Freestyle Ski

    Incl. $1.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th January 2026 (10:00AM MST)

    $31.40

    CLOSED
  • 12K Classic XC Ski

    Incl. $1.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th January 2026 (11:30AM MST)

    $31.40

    CLOSED
  • 6K Classic XC Ski

    Incl. $1.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th January 2026 (11:30AM MST)

    $31.40

    CLOSED
  • Rookie 1K & 3k Classic XC Ski

    Incl. $1.10 Fee

    Sat 17th January 2026 (11:30AM MST)

    $21.10

    CLOSED
  • 6k Snowshoe

    Incl. $1.40 Fee

    Sat 17th January 2026 (1:00PM MST)

    $31.40

    CLOSED
  • Rookie 1K & 3k Snowshoe

    Incl. $1.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th January 2026 (1:00PM MST)

    $21.10

    CLOSED
  • 12k or 6k Classic Wood Ski

    Incl. $1.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th January 2026 (11:30AM MST)

    $31.40

    CLOSED
    Will be ran with the Classic XC Ski Races

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Location

3 miles north of the Colorado / New Mexico Border off of Hwy 17 north of Chama. Approx 15 miles north of Chama., Chama, 87520, NM, United States

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