Ely Nordic Ski and Bike Club Presents
The Ely Nordic Loppet & Hot Cocoa Cup
Register for races here: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=375033
A Loppet is a ski event plus a party, and the best Loppet in Minnesota is happening at Hidden Valley
Recreation Area in Ely, MN on Saturday February 15 th , 2025. There is something for everyone to enjoy in
this fantastic day of skiing!
Race Evening Schedule:
1:00 PM – Race Day On-Site Registration opens
1:45 PM – Race Day Registration closes
2:00 PM – Hot Cocoa Cup Kids race ~ ½ mile
2:05 PM – 20k Races Starts
2:15 PM – 10k Races Starts
4:00 PM – 5k Fun Race Starts (costumes encouraged)
5:00 PM – Candlelight Ski Begins
All afternoon: Walking tacos and snacks available in the Chalet, along with live music!
Race Options:
20k Freestyle (You can ski Skate or Classic)
10k Freestyle (You can ski Skate or Classic)
5k Freestyle
Costs:
Pre-register for $40 for any race
Hot Cocoa Cup is Free and designed for children 10 and under
Race Day Registration is $50
Registration covers the race, an event t-shirt, and a food voucher!
Location:
Hidden Valley Recreation Area, 1258 Hidden Valley Rd.
Ely, MN 55731
Results will be posted online
Refund Policy
There will be no refunds for the Ely Nordic Loppet. In the event you are
unable to race for any reason your entry fee can be considered a donation to
Hidden Valley trail maintenance and The Ely Nordic Ski & Bike Club.
Ely Nordic Ski and Bike Club Presents
The Hidden Valley Hammer Mountain Bike Race Series
Register for races here: https://www.webscorer.com/180180?pg=register
Challenge yourself on some of the best mountain bike trails in the north
woods. The Hidden Valley Hammer is a weekly XC mountain bike race held at
the beautiful Hidden Valley Recreation Area in Ely, MN. Join us Fridays at 6:00
PM from May 24 through June 14.
The name sounds hardcore but the Hidden Valley Hammer is for everyone.
This is a fun, no-frills event focused on offering an enjoyable experience
riding your bike through the woods in a great community.
Race Evening Schedule:
5:00 PM – Race Day Registration opens
5:45 PM – Race Day Registration closes
5:45 PM – Kids race ~ ½ mile
6:00 PM – Short course race start
6:05 PM – Long course race start
Race Distances:
Each race evening will have a 5-7 mile course with the option to do one or
two laps.
Riders 12 and under on these courses will require a paid adult rider with
them at all times.
Each week will also feature a free kids race for kids of all ages, approximately
½ mile in length.
Costs:
- Adults: Pre-register for $15 per race, $20 for race day registration.
- Register for the full series for a 25% discount on all races.
- $5 per race for individuals 18 or younger
- Individuals in the ½ mile kids race are free
Location: Hidden Valley Recreation Area, 1258 Hidden Valley Rd., Ely, MN
55731
Results will be posted online
Weather Policy
In the event of rain or other weather events where riding may damage the
trails, the course will be routed to mowed ski trails (still FUN!). Severe
weather will result in race cancellation.
Refund Policy
There will be no refunds for the Hidden Valley Hammer. In the event you are
unable to race for any reason your entry fee can be considered a donation to
Hidden Valley trail maintenance and Team BOREALIS.
Proceeds from the Hidden Valley Hammer will be donated to Team
BOREALIS, Ely’s youth mountain bike team.