We are pleased to bring you the Lake Louise to Banff Loppet & Relay on Saturday, January 20th, 2024 (back-up date due to inclement conditions is Jan27th). Start time for all categories is 0900h on Lake Louise. Finish line is at Castle Junction. Total course length estimated at 46km. Please note: course adjustments are made to include a section along the 1A Great Divide. Review all course maps prior to race day at: Loppet.ca/coursedescription

We are humbled by the opportunity to host this event on the traditional lands of the Treaty 7 signatories who have always been and continue to be of this place ; the Stoney Nakoda nations of Bearspaw, Chiniki and Goodstoney; Tsuut'ina First Nation; the Blackfoot Confederacy consisting of the Siksika, Kainai and Piikani as well as home to the Rocky View Distric of Otipmisiwak Métis Nation of Alberta

Current Alberta Health Services precautions will be followed. In the event of an event cancellation due to changes in gathering protocols from the provincial government, we will fully refund your registration fees.

The course options are as follows:

Solo Skiers: 46km (Lake Louise to Castle Junction)

Relay Skiers (2-4 per team): Leg 1 - 20km (LL to Campround Rail Xing), Leg 2 - 10km (Campround Rail Xing to Baker Creek), Leg 3 - 10km (Baker Creek to Castle Lookout), Leg 4 - 6km (Castle Lookout to Castle Junction). Course description here

There is one time cutoff. Racers must make it to the Baker Creek trailhead by 12:45pm (3.75hrs after the start, 30km).

Registering for the Solo OR Team Costume Category can be made via email photo submissions to info@loppet.ca. Submissions must be made by 1700h on Saturday, Jan20th, 2024. Please include a name for your costume or team.

Stay tuned to Loppet.ca for more information on the Awards Banquet.

Note: the Loppet supports the inclusion of all genders; 'women' and 'men' category selection include those who identify as woman/girl, man/boy, trans, non-binary or gender fluid respectively. All are welcome to participate.