The Cascade Crest Nordic Race & Tour

presented by True Wealth Group

April 3rd, 2027

The Cascade Crest is the end-of-season culmination of the Mt. Bachelor Cup. It is the last of the four-race series, and the last chance to get those Mt Bachelor Cup points! This is a special event that takes racers on a network of trails with some sections, like Dutchman Flat, groomed only for this event each year. As part of the 50-year celebration of the Mt. Bachelor Nordic Lodge, this year is an especially good excuse to ski 50 kilometers!

Something for Everyone

The Cascade Crest Ski Race has 4 possible distances for participants. The 25k race is an adventure of epic proportions that winds through the Mt Bachelor trail system, out to the Todd Lake Road, and back up into Dutchman Flat Meadow, with picturesque views along the way. The 12.5k event shares a portion of the 25k loop, and the 5k course takes a short loop through the beautiful Dutchman Flat Meadow.

50k SELF-REPORTED freestyle skate or classic (open to athletes 18+ years or by special allowance-contact jake@mbsef.org for consideration if under 18). *See details below regarding the 50k.
- Or race as a 2-Person Relay Team, complete 25k each!
25k freestyle skate or classic (open to athletes 16+ yrs)
12.5 k freestyle skate or classic (open to athletes 13+ yrs)
5k freestyle skate or classic (12 and under)

THE DETAILS

50k and 25k start at 10 am (weather-dependent – if it’s warm we will start the race earlier) with the 12.5k and 5k waves following minutes after the 50k and 25k.
Start and finish are in the Bill and Jinny Martin Stadium
If an ambitious racer wants to complete an unofficial 50k (with their 25k time officially timed) to keep the full 50k tradition alive, we will accept self-reported 50k times (2 laps of the 25k. Must report your 50k time by 3 pm that day).
Snacks, Gatorade, and water will be provided in the Stadium and at one aid station (Rich’s Range to Todd Lake Junction) along the course.
Come after the race for awards in town at the MBSEF office at 4 pm. The top three male, female, and non-binary winners in each distance and technique will be recognized.
ALSO awarded will be the top male, female, and non-binary winner (based on Season Points accumulated during the Mt Bachelor Cup Nordic Series) of the Mt Bachelor Cup. Hard-working winners will receive a Mt Bachelor Pint glass from North Drinkware!

COST

18+ years old (12.5k, 25k, or self-reported 50k)= $60
16-17 years old (25k)= $45
13-17 years old (12.5k)= $45
12 and under (5k)= $25

TRAIL PASS

The Cascade Crest utilizes a good portion of Mt. Bachelor’s Nordic Trail system. Unless a Nordic season pass is already held by a racer, a day pass to access the trails will be required to participate.

REGISTRATION

Registration closes on Wednesday, March 31st at 5 pm, on Webscorer.com Late registrations will be accepted until Friday, April 2nd at 5 pm with an additional $20 late fee. There will be no day-of registration.

WEATHER & SNOW CONDITIONS

MBSEF’s community races will not be held when weather or trail conditions pose a safety risk to participants. When the weather or trail conditions are marginal we may encourage participants to enter the shorter distance events, or at the discretion of the race director modify courses as warranted. There is no specific minimum air temperature that races will be held. The determination of whether the race can be safely held will be based on multiple factors including temperature, wind, precipitation and course conditions.

The race director will make a final determination regarding the acceptability of racing conditions as soon as possible, but not later than 8 am the morning of the race. Any cancellations or updates will be pushed out via email and on MBSEF’s Nordic Account on Instagram (mbsef_nordic). A race that cannot be held due to unsafe conditions will have to be canceled. Registration fees will not be refunded.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Need Accommodations?
If you are joining us from out of town, we hope you will consider staying at MBSEF’s event sponsor, Waypoint Hotel. They have wonderful accommodations and are eager to meet the unique needs of our ski racers. Call the hotel directly at 541-382-7011 to receive your exclusive MBSEF discount.
https://waypointhotel.com

BIB PICK-UP

Packet pick-up will be MBSEF on Friday, April 2nd from 10-6pm. 2765 NW Lolo Dr, Bend, OR 97703. Some fun swag for the first 100 racers registered!

Race Day pick-up will also be available in the Martin Stadium from 9:00-9:45 am (unless race is moved up to 9 am, then pick-up will run from 8:00-8:45).

Cascade Crest Map

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