Grand Traverse

Montane Grand Traverse

Montane Grand Traverse: Aug 31 - Sep 01, 2024

38.8697° N, 106.9878° W

We're proud to be official headline sponsors of The Grand Traverse - the most time-honoured point-to-point ski race in North America. Want to find out more about the races' impressive heritage? Read our dedicated story behind to learn all about the origins of the race and route highlights.

We're absolutely thrilled to welcome this event back for another year of epic and inspiring endurance races in the mighty Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Alongside the classic ski event in April, the summer edition in September sees racers compete for the coveted Triple Crown title - by taking on an additional run and bike race. Keep reading to discover more...

GT Ski: March 30-31

Route: Mt. Crested Butte to Aspen
Length: 37.3 miles
Ascent: 6,852 ft
Descent: -8,264 ft

GT Mountain Run: Aug 31

Route: Mt. Crested Butte to Aspen
Length: 40 miles
Ascent: 6,197 ft
Descent: -7,072 ft

GT MTB: Sep 01

Route: Aspen to Mt. Crested Butte
Length: 41.5 miles
Ascent: 7,553 ft
Descent: -6,161 ft

The Story Behind the Grand Traverse

We caught up with local Crested Butte resident and former development director at the Grand Traverse’s hosting organisation, Crested Butte Nordic, Laura Puckett Daniels to find out more about the race’s fascinating history and to hear about her highlights of the route.

The Grand Traverse Ski Kit List

Browse our kit and choose from breathable base layers, to durable water resistant pants and jackets. Your chance to get kitted out for a ski adventure!