The 2024 Tour of Anchorage is Sunday

One of North America’s only, and Alaska’s favorite, point-to-point ski race is this Sunday, March 3, 2024! More than 1200 skiers and 100 bikers to participate on excellent trail conditions.

Alaska’s Nordic ski community celebrates ski racing and generations of standout local athletes at the annual Tour of Anchorage, the spring skiing festival, and one of North America’s most popular ski races on Sunday, March 3rd. The Fat Bike Tour of Anchorage welcomes back the biking community to ride the 25k, 40k, and 50k courses for the eighth year.

Hosted by the Nordic Skiing Association of Anchorage and supported by this year’s signature sponsors, ConocoPhillips and LifeMed Alaska, the Tour features three distances: 25, 40, and 50-kilometers for hundreds of skiers and bikers of all skill levels. Courses span Anchorage’s world-class trail system, crossing urban and natural segments and passing festive aid stations that create a celebratory community vibe. The party continues at the Kincaid Park finish area with music, entertainment, food, and drink from Cynosure Brewery, Great Harvest Bread Company, Burrito Heaven, and Moose’s Tooth.

This season’s event celebrates excellent trail conditions. A distinct feature of the Tour is that it attracts all types of skiers and bikers: octogenarians to elementary school kids, elites to weekend warriors. Nearly 150 current entrants are 18 or younger. The current age range of skiers is 10-90 years old!

The NSAA wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to our esteemed sponsors for their invaluable support and participation. This year’s sponsor list includes distinguished names such as ConocoPhillips, LifeMed Alaska, Continental Subaru, Alpine Air Alaska, Ampersand, Alaska Airlines, Fischer Skis, Anchorage Radiation Oncology Clinic, PND Engineers, The Trek Store, Cynosure, Kaladi Brothers, Skiku, Alaska Pacific University, and Enjoy Winter. Their commitment highlights the strength of our community and recognizes the importance of the Tour of Anchorage in promoting health, wellness, and the spirit of competition.

“The Tour of Anchorage is not just a race; it’s a testament to the power of community and the collective effort to maintain and celebrate the trails that connect us,” stated Kikkan Randall, Executive Director at the Nordic Skiing Association of Anchorage (NSAA). “Many may not realize that the NSAA is financially responsible for the country’s second-longest cross-country trail system. We maintain these trails year-round, ensuring that walkers, hikers, mountain bikers, skiers, and all outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy our quality trail system. Through our 3.60 program, NSAA honors our commitment to trails, community, and health, all fueled by our members’ 60 years of legacy work.

More than 1200 skiers, including over 100 from outside Anchorage, are expected to participate. Registration opportunities are still available. Learn more about the race at Tour of Anchorage.