Gold Rush Nordic Races

52nd Annual Frisco Gold Rush

Back for 2023, join us for the 52nd Annual Frisco Gold Rush. Gold Rush is the longest running Nordic event in Colorado, and consists of classic and skate races open to skiers of all ages and abilities. Gold Rush is where the past and present come together to celebrate our historical mining heritage and embrace our snowy Nordic culture.

Community Bonfire and Fireworks

Gold Rush participants and their friends and family have a great reason to stick around Frisco after the races. The Frisco Gold Rush will be followed by Spontaneous Combustion, a community bonfire and fireworks display at the Frisco Bay Marina. The whole community is invited to the Marina lot at the corner of Summit Boulevard/Highway 9 and Marina Road at 6:00 pm on Saturday, February 11, to watch the bonfire and fireworks (at 8:00 pm) light up the Frisco sky. This is a free event, and snacks and beverages will be available for purchase to benefit Summit County Preschool.

When

Saturday, February 11, 2023
10:00am

Where

Frisco Nordic Center
616 Recreation Way
Frisco, CO 80443

Registration

2023 Gold Rush Waiver

2023 Registration Fees

Kids 1k Fun Ski

Youth (17 and under) – $10

5k Skate Ski

Adult (18+) – $35
Youth (17 and under) – $25

10k Skate OR Classic

Adult (18+) – $55
Youth (17 and under) – $45

20k Skate Ski

Adult (18+) – $65
Youth (17 and under) – $55

Racer Gift

All 5k, 10k, and 20k racers will receive a Frisco Toko Beanie. All racers will receive a finisher pint glass, breakfast burrito from Deli Belly’s and racers 21+ will receive one free beer.

2023 Start Times

Race options in 2023 included a 20k Skate Race, 10k Skate & Classic Races, 5k Skate Race, and a Kids 1k Fun Ski.

10:00am – 20k Skate Ski Race
10:15am – 10k Skate Ski Race
10:17am – 10k Classic Ski Race
11:30am – 5k Skate Ski Race
11:35am – Kids 1k Fun Ski
1:00pm – Award Ceremony
6:00pm – Spontaneous Combustion Bonfire and Fireworks at the corner of Marina Road and Summit Boulevard/Highway 9

2023 Course Maps

the 2022 race courses are below, check back for 2023 race maps in early 2023.

Competitor Info

Timing

Events will be timed by Maverick Sports.

Racer Responsibility

You are participating in this race at your own risk. You will encounter mountain terrain. You could encounter hazardous weather or wildlife during this race. The race director reserves the right to cancel, delay or postpone the race due to inclement weather. Refunds are not available.

Skiing with Music

If you choose to wear headphones during the race, we ask that you remove one ear bud. It is important that all racers can hear what is going on around them. Racers must be respectful of other trail users.

Awards & Post Race Party

Post-race party will take place at the Frisco Nordic Center. All racers will receive a breakfast burrito from Deli Belly’s after their race. Racers 21+ will receive one free beer. The award ceremony will take place on the deck of the Nordic Center, following the races.

Overall: The top three male/female skiers in the 5k, 10k, and 20k races will receive a prize (overall winners are not eligible for age category prizes).

Age Category Winners: A prize will be given to the first place winner in each of the following age categories for the 5k, 10k and 20k races: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80 plus.

Race Results

Photos

View photos from the 50th Annual Frisco Gold Rush in 2020 shot by Joe Kusumoto here. Download photos for free with password: GoldRush2020.

Contact Us

For more information on this event, please email Grant McKay, Recreation Programs Coordinator or 970-418-0898.