Wolf Tracks Rendezvous 24 & 48k XC Ski
January 31, 2026
Multi-Loop Cross-Country Ski Marathon & Half-Marathon
Saturday, January 31, 2026
at Minocqua Winter Park
Minocqua Winter Park’s signature race brings together the park’s best trails for an unforgettable cross-country ski marathon and half-marathon experience. Racers may choose skate or classic technique and ski the 48K marathon by completing the 24K loop twice, or opt for the single-loop 24K course.
This race is an official Birkie/Korte Qualifier!
Race Details
Minocqua Winter Park’s signature race brings together the park’s best trails for an unforgettable cross-country ski marathon and half-marathon experience. Racers may choose skate or classic technique and ski the 48K marathon by completing the 24K loop twice, or opt for the single-loop 24K course.
Route Descriptions
24 km Route
This course utilizes strictly easy and intermediate level trails. You’ll get your heart pumping right away as you climb up towards Tornado Alley, Survivor, and Yukon Trail. Once you tackle those hills, you will be rewarded with some nice cruising sections for the remainder of the race including the namesake trail for the race: Wolf Tracks.
Participants who have signed up for the 42K race will complete two laps of the 24K course.
Fuel Stations
- Fuel stations are included in the map above (Chalet and Manhardt Rd Crossing)
- Water, Gatorade, Bananas, Oreos, and GU Chews/Packets will be available at Fuel Stations
Volunteer
Please click here to volunteer for the event:
https://minocquawinterpark.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=109015
Volunteers receive a day pass and meal voucher. Thank you!
Price Increases
| Event | Nov 1 – Nov 30, 2025 | Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2024 | Jan 1 – Jan 30, 2024 | Jan 30, 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48k | $75 | $85 | $90 | $100 |
| 24k | $75 | $85 | $90 | $100 |
Event Schedule
Jan 31, 2026
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:00 am | Bib Pickup and Registration. All participants must be registered 30 minutes before their start time. |
| 9:00 am | 48k Skate/Freestyle (Self-seeded) |
| 9:15 am | 24k Skate/Freestyle (Self-seeded) |
| 9:30 am | 48k Classic (Self-seeded) |
| 9:45 am | 24k Classic (Self-seeded) |
| 12:00 pm (24K Participants) | All participants need to be through the fuel station at Manhardt Rd the first time by Noon. |
| 12:00 pm (48K Participants) | All 48K participants need to be through the fuel station at Manhardt Rd for the 3rd time by Noon. |
| 11:30 am – 1:00 pm | Participant Soup and Sourdough Meals at the Chalet |
| 12:30 am | Awards for 24k Skate and Classic |
| 1:00 pm | Awards for 48k Skate and Classic |
| 5:00 pm | Park and Parking Lot Closes |
Cut Off Times
- 24K Event: All 24k participants need to be heading south through the fuel station at Manhardt Rd by 12:00pm. This is approximately 9k into the route.
- 48K Event: By 1 PM, all 48K participants need to be through the fuel station at Manhardt Rd for the 3rd time (~33.8K into the route) (updated 29 Jan 2026 at 7:27 PM).
Participant Meal
All participants will receive a soup and sourdough meal by Rustic Roots, featuring the following options:
- Butternut Squash Coconut Curry (vegan & gluten free)
- Creamy Chicken Wild Rice
Sponsors
Interested in sponsoring Wolf Tracks 2026? Please email sponsorship@minocquawinterpark.org. Thank you!
Lost and Found Policy
Lost and found Items will remain at the Chalet until March 31 every year. After March 31st the items will be donated or disposed. We do not ship any lost and found items. Thank you for understanding.
