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the 2026 Carey Lake Ski Challenge

The 2026 CLSC will be held February 14 and we can't wait to see you! New 'Donut Dash' free race for the kids!! Stay tuned for further details!

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GENERAL INFORMATION

NEW THIS YEAR! THE DONUT DASH!

Open to kids ages 11 and under, a short loop for the littles to experience the thrill of nordic racing!

Donut Dash 11 AM  ---  3k 11:30 AM  ---  11k Freestyle 12:30 PM  ---  12k Classic 12:45 PM

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COSTUMES and WACKY DRESS ENCOURAGED!! LET'S HAVE FUN OUT THERE!


***ALL AWARDS BASED ON CHIP TIME by DULUTH TIMING***

11k and 12k events are open to ages 12 and up, 3k is open to ages 5 and up.

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION


  •  $30 Dec. 15 - Jan. 31st.  (includes a CLSC T-shirt)
  •  $35 Feb. 1st - Feb. 14  (no T-shirt guarantee)
  • FREE KIDS DONUT DASH RACE participants must still register
  • Registrations are non-transferable and non-refundable
  • PACKET PICK-UP and SAME DAY REGISTRATION will be held EVENT DAY

          from 9:00 AM - NOON in HOSPITALITY TENT located near event start

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Short award ceremony after participants are in. 

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***In the event of snowfall measuring 6" or greater or ambient temperatures reaching -5F or colder, 

the Carey Lake Ski Challenge will be cancelled.***






register

The 2025 Carey Lake ski challenge is in the books! It was a cold one!

four ways to challenge yourself!

12k Classic

We love this course! You might see a deer, grouse, or maybe even Bigfoot! This one provides a challenge for everyone! 

Ages 12 and up.

Register

11k Freestyle

The freestyle course gives you the best of both worlds...it's scenic and challenging! You're sure to love it! 

Ages 12 and up.

register

3k Classic

3k Classic

This course is short, sweet, and open to ages 5 and up! It's just the right amount of challenge!

register

NEW for 2026! Kids free Donut Dash!

A fun little loop for the young ones to experience the thrill of nordic racing! 

Ages 11 and under

Register

See the people and the moments that make the Carey lake ski challenge so special!

    Need a place to stay when you come to Hibbing?

    Hampton Inn - Hibbing (218) 297-7643

    Red Rock Hotel & Suites - Hibbing (218) 231-3501

    Hampton Inn - Hibbing (218) 297-7643

    The Hampton is a lovely, recently built hotel at 4225 9th Avenue west. Located next to US hwy 169, the Hampton is in very close vicinity to Walmart, Caribou Coffee, Papa Murphy's Pizza, Erbert & Gerbert's, and Splash Express car wash.

     Has a pool!

    The Reed - Hibbing (218) 969-6058

    Red Rock Hotel & Suites - Hibbing (218) 231-3501

    Hampton Inn - Hibbing (218) 297-7643

    The historically rich Reed Buiding is located right in downtown Hibbing. It offers beautifully renovated spaces for your stay, and is also home to Synergy Studios and Rejuvenate at the Reed which offer  many specialized services. They have two 2-bedroom apartments with sleeper sofas which can sleep up to 6 people per apartment. You can read more on the history of the Reed Building at www.synergyatthereed.com or to stay, contact Mikal Brown (218) 969-6058. This one comes highly recommended,  especially for it's history and the art!

    Red Rock Hotel & Suites - Hibbing (218) 231-3501

    Red Rock Hotel & Suites - Hibbing (218) 231-3501

    Red Rock Hotel & Suites - Hibbing (218) 231-3501

    Red Rock Inn & Suites is located at 1402 E. Howard Street Hibbing, MN.  It is located at the intersection of Hwy 169 (Beltline) and Howard Street. It has recently been remodeled and is under new ownership, also it's very close to Hibbing's downtown businesses and restaurants. 

    It has a pool!

    www.redrockhotelmn.com


    How do you get to the start?

    Take a right at the lake, head to parking lot! There are signs!

    Carey Lake, Hibbing, Minnesota 55746, United States

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