The 2026 Winona Forest Tourathon is SOLD OUT. 

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Presenting…The 2026 Winona Forest Tourathon. 

Classic Style XC Ski Marathon

Located in one of the snowiest regions of the USA, New York's Tug Hill region of upstate NY will again play host to one of the finest Nordic ski events, the Winona Forest Tourathon. Winona State Forest offers outdoor recreation enthusiasts over 50 miles and 10,000 acres of impeccably groomed woodland trails. Since the early 1980's, the Tourathon has brought its cross country ski participants an unparalleled Nordic experience.  We are proud to present to you The 2026 Winona Forest Tourathon!

 

February 7, 2026

 The 45th annual Winona Forest Tourathon. 

12.5K, 25K, 50K

The tradition continues. Since the early 80's, Winona Forest has been the site for the Tourathon, a citizen's Classical XC Ski marathon in the Tug Hill region of NY State. Offering 3 distance choices makes this event suitable for all ages and ability levels. 

Maximum entries of 120 participants. Registration closes at 120 registrants. 

 

What you need to know:

• Distances are approximate
• 4 tracks at start
• Mass start all 3 distances. 9:30AM start time. Self seeding, with strong encouragement to line up appropriately. 
• This is a “Loppet” style event. Compete, or just have fun. 
• There are 2 aid stations on each loop. From start, 1st aid station is approximately 2.7 miles. To 2nd aid station from 1st aid station: 2.75 miles. To Loop/Finish from 2nd aid station: 2.3 miles. This means, if you are “looping” it is about 5 miles between Aid Station 2 and Aid Station 1.   
• Aid stations will contain the typical Ultra event sustenance, which will include bananas, cookies, potato chips, Nutella wraps, warm vegetable broth, water, and the electrolyte replacement drink will be Gatorade “Glacier Cherry”
• Final race status will be determined Thursday February 5 or sooner, based on current conditions and forecasts. 
• Decision of actual course to be used cannot be made until snow conditions for race day are near certain.  This could mean course selection could be made right up to race day. 
• If the event is canceled, you have the option of deferment to this same event next year, or to donate your registration fees back to our club.  Do not ask for a refund for any reason. 

 

 

Option 1 COURSE MAP

Used in ideal snow conditions, snow is plentiful. 

GPX File of Course Map

https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2858185?units=km

 

 

What's included in my registration?  

• Warm, hearty foods to all participants and your support team (family/friends cheering you on)
• 45th anniversary Tourathon long sleeve shirt (Must register by January 24 to receive)
• 45th anniversary Tourathon magnet
• Top 3 in each distance will receive a prize (TBA)
• A professionally run event, on the finest trail systems found anywhere. Expect an unparalleled Nordic ski event. 

 

 

 

 

Tourathon Event Details:

Event Date: Saturday February 7, 2026

Venue/Location: CCC Camp, Co Rt 90

Style: Classical

Check in/Race Day Registration - Get your Bib and swag: Opens at 8AM

Start Time: 9:30 AM Mass Start - all distances

Facilities: Warm room for registration/check in, and to enjoy post race foods. Cold Porta-Potty. 

Post Race: Warm hearty foods included in your registration. Vegetarian options will be available. 

Awards: Top M/F 1-3 each distance will receive a Custom 45th anniversary Campfire Mug.

Questions about the 2026 Tourathon? Email Matt at [email protected]

 

WFRA Nordic events are non-fluorinated events. No fluorinated waxes are permitted. Please help us regulate the amount of PFAS we put into the environment by sticking to paraffin waxes only. This means non-fluorinated wax only. The WFRA volunteers trust the racing community to honor this effort to improve our public health and environmental stewardship.