2014 Winterfest Snowshoe Run - Canceled

Canceled - Unfortunately, there is no snow at the Echo Ridge trail system.  This event has been cancelled.  We will be refunding registration fees to all registered participants.

Please join us for this fun snowshoe run/walk along the ridges above beautiful Lake Chelan. Whether you plan on running or walking and enjoying the scenery, it should be a fun event for everyone. This event is part of the Lake Chelan Winterfest. So come up for the weekend and enjoy the incredible ice sculptures, live music, the beach bonfire, polar bear splash, fireworks and much more!

The Race

• Click to Jump down to Day of Schedule.
• Discounted snowshoe rentals for $5, with convenient pick-up and drop-off at registration (while supplies last).
• Snowshoe running doesn't require special clothes, just wear running shoes and dress like a winter trail run.  See our FAQ for more info.
• Course will be forest trails, but no risk of avalanches or steep slopes.
• Terrain will be varied with some hill climbs and descents.
• At the finish we'll have a choice of hot soups, bread, cookies and other goodies to fuel you up.
• Access to bathrooms.
  
• Atmosphere will be fun, geared for everyone to have a good time.
• Dogs will be welcome to accompany you on the course, provided they are leashed. (Please see FAQ for more information.)
• Race is eligible for Snowdog Series Points.
• If not enough snow to safely snowshoe, the event will convert to a trail run.

Pricing

Pre-registration available on our website, payment through PayPal.  Day-of registration with Credit Card only, if event hasn't sold out.  Prices listed below do not include tax.

Day of Run Schedule

Day-of Registration, Check-in, Start/Finish are all at the run HQ, located at the at the 2nd parking lot from the top.

Race HQ Location

The race HQ and Start location will be 3.5 hours East of Seattle at the Echo Ridge Trail System above Lake Chelan, located at the at the 2nd parking lot from the top.

Directions (coming from the West, Seattle):

• Drive to Wenatchee, go 148 mi
• Take 97Alt North to Chelan, go 34 mi
• Left onto W Woodin Ave, go 0.4 mi
• Left onto N Columbia St, go 1 block
• Left onto State Route 150, go 1.8 mi
• Right onto Boyd Rd, go 2.6 mi
• Turns into NF-8010/Purtteman Gulch Rd, go 4.7 mi

Directions (coming from the East, Spokane):

• Drive to Wenatchee, go 169 mi
• Take 97Alt North to Chelan, go 34 mi
• Left onto W Woodin Ave, go 0.4 mi
• Left onto N Columbia St, 1 block
• Left onto State Route 150, go 1.8 mi
• Right onto Boyd Rd, 2.6 go mi
• Turns into NF-8010/Purtteman Gulch Rd, go 4.7 mi

Volunteering

We are always looking for volunteers who are willing to help us put on our events. If you would like to get outside and enjoy the race experience, come join our team of volunteers.  Send us an email with your contact info and we will reach out to you.