2026 Frigus Snowshoe Festival

The 2026 Frigus Snowshoe Festival will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Moreau Lake State Park in Gansevoort, New York. This annual event, organized by The Endurance Society, features a series of snowshoe races across different distances, all taking place on a mixed-terrain trail that includes both flat and elevated sections. The event is strictly for snowshoe participants, with standard running shoes not permitted on the course. On the day of the event, the expected weather in Gansevoort is likely to be cold, with temperatures ranging between 10°F and 20°F, and light snowfall possible. Participants can expect a well-structured race experience with aid stations, warming areas, and a variety of race options tailored to different skill levels and ages.

What distances are available for this event?

• →15K Snowshoe Race (15 kilometers, approximately 9.3 miles)
• →4.7 Mile Snowshoe Race
• →Kids 1 Mile Snowshoe Race

What is the course profile for the 15K Snowshoe Race?

• →The 15K is a single loop trail with an elevation gain of approximately 2,300 feet.
• →The course begins on the beach, follows a flat, wide wooded trail along the shoreline, and then branches off at the 1.5-mile mark near the "Warming Hut."
• →It includes a gradual climb to a high point, followed by a downhill section and a second smaller hill.
• →The remainder of the race is predominantly downhill and runnable.

What is the course profile for the 4.7 Mile Snowshoe Race?

• →The 4.7 Mile is a single loop trail with an elevation gain of approximately 750 feet.
• →It shares the start with the 15K and Kids race on the beach.
• →The first 0.5 miles are flat, followed by a 1-mile gradual climb with a 450-foot elevation gain.
• →At the 1.5-mile mark, the course splits from the 15K and rejoins it before the finish line.

What is the course profile for the Kids 1 Mile Snowshoe Race?

• →The Kids 1 Mile is an out-and-back or loop course, starting at the same point as the adult races.
• →It runs 0.5 miles out and then turns back, making a total of 1 mile.
• →It is designed to allow parents to participate in longer races while supervising their children at the start/turnaround point.

What is included in the registration fee?

• →All finishers receive a custom Endurance Society medal and swag.
• →Top male and female racers in each distance receive additional awards.
• →Aid stations and hot food are available at the finish line.
• →Bonfires will be lit on the beach for warmth before and after the event.
• →Snowshoes are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis.

What are the registration fees for the event?

• →15K: $92.81 Total ($85.00 base)
• →4.7 Mile: $58.50 Total ($55.00 base)
• →Kids 1 Miler: $28.50 Total ($25.00 base)

What amenities are available at the event?

• →Port-a-Johns are located in the parking lot.
• →A composting toilet is available near the "Warming Hut" approximately 0.5 miles into the course.
• →Snowshoe rentals are available through the Endurance Society and at the Moreau Lake State Park main office.

What gear is required for participation?

• →Snowshoes are mandatory for all races.
• →A map of Moreau Lake State Park is required and can be provided at the event or downloaded from the Moreau Lake website.

What is the start time for the event?

• →The event begins at 9:00 AM on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

Are there any special notes for participants?

• →Parents can combine the 4.7 Mile race with the Kids 1 Mile by dropping children at the 0.5-mile turn-around point and rejoining the 4.7 Mile course at the 1.5-mile mark.
• →The event is strictly for snowshoe participants, and standard running shoes are not allowed on the course.