6th Annual Skidola: Telluride's Winter Uphill Race
When is 6th Annual Skidola: Telluride's Winter Uphill Race?
6th Annual Skidola: Telluride's Winter Uphill Race takes place on Friday, March 13, 2026 in Telluride, CO.
What distances does 6th Annual Skidola: Telluride's Winter Uphill Race offer?
6th Annual Skidola: Telluride's Winter Uphill Race offers 4 events: Men on Skis/Splitboards with Skins, Women on Skis/Splitboards with Skins, Men on Microspikes/Snowshoes, Women on Microspikes/Snowshoes.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men on Skis/Splitboards with Skins | 0.8 mi | $40.00 | Register |
| Women on Skis/Splitboards with Skins | — | $40.00 | Register |
| Men on Microspikes/Snowshoes | — | $40.00 | Register |
| Women on Microspikes/Snowshoes | — | $40.00 | Register |
How much does 6th Annual Skidola: Telluride's Winter Uphill Race cost?
Registration for 6th Annual Skidola: Telluride's Winter Uphill Race starts at $40.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is 6th Annual Skidola: Telluride's Winter Uphill Race held?
6th Annual Skidola: Telluride's Winter Uphill Race is held in Telluride, CO at 250 San Juan Avenue.
About 6th Annual Skidola: Telluride's Winter Uphill Race
The Telluride Foundation, in partnership with the Peter Inglis Avalanche Education Fund (PI Avy Fund), is hosting the sixth annual Skidola, Telluride’s winter uphill race, on Friday, March 13th. The Skidola is an open-registration, on-snow uphill race from the Town of Telluride to the San Sophia Ridge. Racers can compete using microspikes, snowshoes, skis, or splitboards.
All racers will receive Skidola swag, and prizes will be awarded to the top male and female finishers, best costume, and middle-place racer. This is a family-friendly race, welcoming both competitive racers and those who just want to have fun!
All proceeds benefit the PI Avy Fund and its mission to expand avalanche education and backcountry user awareness in the San Juan Mountains.
A huge thank you to our sponsors: Jagged Edge, Alpine Bank, Disco Swell, Home Loan Insurance, a Division of Mountain West, Telluride Center for Dentistry, & Telluride Properties Forbes, Community Banks of Colorado, Alpine Club.
Bib Pick Up
Thursday, March 12th 3 - 6 p.m. at Jagged Edge (223 E. Colorado Ave, Telluride, CO 81435)
Friday, March 13th 4 - 5:30 p.m. at Oak Street Plaza (250 San Juan Ave, Telluride, CO 81435)
Skidola Schedule
4 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Race Bib Pick up at Oak
4:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. Pies for PI Silent Auction, donate or bid on delicious pies for an excellent cause.
5:30 p.m. The Skidola Race begins!
6:45 p.m. Awards in front of Oak Patio
7 p.m. Race Timing ends
Course Map
FAQ
Are microspikes/snowshoes/skis or splitboards with skins required?
Yes
What is the distance of the race?
Racers take the Telluride Trail ski run from the bottom of the gondola to the top of San Sophia ridge. The trail is 4,600 feet long (.8miles), featuring 1,1810ft of elevation gain and a grade of 13%.
How long does it take someone to complete the race?
Fastest racers will finish in around 30 minutes. Our more casual participants take their time, typically finishing in about an hour and 15 minutes.
How can I get a hold of small spikes for the race?
You can purchase spikes in Telluride at Jagged Edge Mountain Geer or one of the Christy Sports locations (the Alpineer or Boot Doctors). You can rent snowshoes from Boot Doctors and the Alpineer.
Can people come and watch the race?
People can watch the start or finish of the race easily in Gondola Plaza or at the top of San Sophia ridge. Spectating from the course itself is not easily accessible.