U.S. Snowshoe Nationals in Bend, Oregon

March 15-17 marks the dates that the top snowshoe athletes from around the country will descend on Bend, Oregon to duke it out for the title as the fittest snowshoer in the USA! Bend has become a mecca for the uber fit and it looks forward to hosting the 2013 Snowshoe Nationals where we will crown the 2013 champions.
*There is also non-championship racing for anyone who wants to participate!

>>Snowshoeing in Bend, OR

The US Snowshoe Nationals will utilize some of the best snowshoe terrain in Central Oregon to see who is at the top of their game. The course will start and end at Meissner Sno-Park 15 miles west of Bend along the Cascade Lakes Scenic byway. For those of you who are looking to try out snowshoe racing there will also be non-championship racing for all to enjoy.

The City of Bend is thrilled to welcome you to our cozy mountain town for an amazing weekend of racing and outdoor adventure. Please be sure to book at one of our host hotels who is providing a great rate for you, your family and your freinds.

Host Hotels

Mount Bachelor Village Resort
Where amenities abound and how much you do in a day is solely dependent on how much energy you are willing to expend!

*All event functions will happen at Mount Bachelor Village including packet pick up and awards ceremony.

P: 800.547.5204
Rates Starting at $95

Red Lion
The Red Lion Bend is centrally located on business 97 just minutes from Historic Downtown Bend and a short drive up to the venue.
P: 541.382.7011
Rates Starting at $69

For a complete list of lodging options click here

Important Links

>>US Snowshoe Association

>>How to Qualify
*Please read this before registering for any National Championship Event.
*Contact Mark Elmore (usssasnowshoeguy@gmail.com) with any questions.
*Anyone can register for the Citizen Run/Walk, Kids Run/Walk & Relay Race

>>Online Registration

>>Mail In Registration

>>Course Map

>>Schedule of Events

>>Parking & Sno-Park Passes

>>Regional Qualifiers