Kongsberger Stampede 15k & 5k Freestyle Ski Races Sunday, February 15, 2026

The Kongsberger Stampede is the second of three Kongsberger Ski Club cross-country ski races this winter and the club's oldest race. The Stampede is a fun and approachable race for both new and experienced racers.
The 2026 Stampede Ski Race format will be similar to previous years, with some adjustments. All race check-in, preparation, start/finish, timing and awards will occur outdoors in the Stadium area where the timing shed is located.
This year we are using a chip timing system.

 15k Stampede ♦ Freestyle (skate or classic) Technique
  Masters & Seniors: $50  (+$35 late fee begins Thurs, Feb 12, 11:59 pm)
  Juniors: $5  (+$35 late fee begins Thurs, Feb 12, 11:59 pm)
 5k Stampede ♦ Freestyle (skate or classic) Technique & Para Nordic
  Masters & Seniors: $45  (+$35 late fee begins Thurs, Feb 12, 11:59 pm)
  Juniors: free early registration
 • Juniors are age 19 and younger (age as of 12/31/2025)
 • Racers & coaches, contact the Race Director if you have questions.

 • Online Registration (Webscorer) opens January 29, and closes 11:59 p.m.. Friday, February 13.
    Early registration closes Thursday, February 12 at 11:59 pm (3 days before race).
    Late registration with $35 late fee begins Friday, February 13 at 12:00 am, until
       registration closes Friday February 13 at 11:59 pm (2 days before race).

 • Register early to avoid late fee.
 • No day of race registration.
 • No refunds.

 • All participants will pick up bibs at the bib pickup station in the stadium.
    Bib pick-up for 5k / 15k racers on race day 8:30 am to 9:45 am.
 • Mass wave starts (check Webscorer registration page for schedule updates):
   15k: waves starting at 10:00 am
   5k: waves starting at approx 10:06 am
   Start times are estimates, check on race day.
 • Return bibs and timing chips at finish line.
 • No individual laps will be recorded.
 • Race cut-off times may be imposed. Check on race day.
 • Ski changes during race are not allowed.
 • If you have a question about the race, contact the race director.

The timing chip strap must be worn on RIGHT ankle with the chip facing out and upright.

The replacement fee for any lost or non-returned chips is $40, which can be paid at the link below.
 • Lost Timing Chip Reimbursement (Webscorer) pay before March 10.

To protect the health of our environment and skiers, no waxes using fluorocarbon can be used in Kongsberger Races. This is currently an honor system.
This includes waxes that are Low Fluoro, High Fluoro, or pure fluoro (powders, blocks and liquids) This also includes fluorinated kick waxes and klisters. Swix VR waxes and klisters contain fluorocarbons. Many waxes today are labeled if they contain fluorocarbons.
Please abide by this policy for competitive fairness as well as our health and our environment.

Cabin and race course are on the north side of interchange at Cabin Creek Sno-Park, exit #63 on I-90, 10 miles east of Snoqualmie Pass. Washington State Parks Sno-Park permit with Grooming Sticker required to park. Click here to purchase Seasonal or 1-day permit.
Parking is limited. Please consider car-pooling.
This event is provided under a special use permit from the US Forest Service.

Kongsberger race course is on the Cabin Creek nordic trail system (course map) on US Forest Service land, north side of I-90. 15k race is three laps, 5k race is one lap. Course follows the Berg-Viking-Boundary loop trails. Check the "final" race course map at the timing shed on race day.

A water station on the course will be stocked with water and an electrolyte drink. A post race gathering (near the finish line) will also offer hot food and drinks.
Racers should carry any additional drinks or food needed during the race.

Race results are available on Webscorer during and after the race.

Top 3 mens and womens awards for 5k & 15k races. Medals for top finishers in each age group will be available at the finish line.
Fantastic draw prizes!
Outdoor awards ceremony at the finish line.

Closest accomodations are in Cle Elum (20 miles east), and at Snoqualmie Pass summit (11 miles west).

This race is made possible with the help of many volunteers. Contact the Race Director to participate.

All ski trails are still open to non-racing skiers. Non-racing skiers are invited to watch races at the start/lap/finish area or along the trails. However, they should consider skiing at another location on race mornings (eg Hyak, Crystal Springs or Lake Easton) as Cabin Creek parking and trail use will be intensive from 9:00 am to 1:00 pn. As always, dogs are not permitted on groomed trails at Cabin Creek.

Race Director is Brett Hanscom ✉ (contact for all things Stampede race)
Registration Coordinator is Matt Swanson ✉ (contact for questions about registration, corrections that are needed, timing, and Webscorer information)

Thank you to all our Sponsors!, and all our volunteers who help put on this race!

Last updated 01.27.2026