--- title: "2027 U.S. Cross-Country National Championships" date: 2026-09-21 featured_image: "https://www.birkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/651257170_1385697610256156_6037690146694958253_n.webp" --- # 2027 U.S. Cross-Country National Championships ![Kellyrandolph](https://www.birkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/gitchigami-supp-img-Large-700x466.avif) ### Join the Nation’s Top Cross-Country Skiers in Cable, WI for a Week of World-Class Competition The top cross country skiers from across the country will travel to Mt. Telemark Village on January 2-7, 2027 to race for national titles and earn their place on international team trips. - **January 2, 2027:** Skate Interval Start 10K U.S. National Championship - **January 4, 2027:** Classic Sprint U.S. National Championship - **January 6, 2027:** Classic 20K Mass Start U.S. National Championship/Junior 10K Mass Start - **January 9, 2027:** SuperTour Skate Sprint The first three races at U.S. Nationals (including the Junior 10km Mass Start) are used to select athletes for the [World Junior Championships](https://www.usskiandsnowboard.org/sport-programs/criteria/junioru23-cross-country-world-ski-championships-criteria) and [NNF U18 Trip](https://www.usskiandsnowboard.org/sport-programs/criteria/cross-country-u18-nordic-nations-championships-criteria). All four races will be used to select athletes for the [World U23 Championships Team](https://www.usskiandsnowboard.org/sport-programs/criteria/junioru23-cross-country-world-ski-championships-criteria). The U.S. Ski and Snowboard SuperTour presented by the National Nordic Foundation is recognized by FIS as the Continental Cup for the United States—the highest level of competition in the country. ## Race Information & Schedule - **January 2, 2027:** Skate Interval Start 10K U.S. National Championship - **January 4, 2027:** Classic Sprint U.S. National Championship - **January 6, 2027:** Classic Mass Start 20K U.S. National Championship/Junior 10K Mass Start - **January 7, 2027:** SuperTour Skate Sprint The first three races at U.S. Nationals (including the Junior 10km Mass Start) are used to select athletes for the [World Junior Championships](https://www.usskiandsnowboard.org/sport-programs/criteria/junioru23-cross-country-world-ski-championships-criteria) and [NNF U18 Trip](https://www.usskiandsnowboard.org/sport-programs/criteria/cross-country-u18-nordic-nations-championships-criteria). All four races will be used to select athletes for the [World U23 Championships Team](https://www.usskiandsnowboard.org/sport-programs/criteria/junioru23-cross-country-world-ski-championships-criteria). Point lists for those trip qualifications will be maintained [here](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1PxSnhPofpVfy_1b3kOdt3fk4ApctOOQXdtbZ3EXdXI8/edit?usp=sharing). ## Wax Cabin Info **Please contact Jeff Tumbleson () if you are interested in reserving a wax cabin or trailer space.** Tentative costs are $2500 for an 8×20′ wax cabin. Trailer space with power is still TBD. ## Parking & Spectator Info ### Venue Access and Parking Ample parking is located in the large parking lot to the east of the venue. No parking is allowed at the finish line area or along the road way. ### Getting to the Start All of the races will start and finish at the [American Birkebeiner Trailhead](https://www.google.com/maps/place/46%C2%B011'36.6%22N+91%C2%B014'59.5%22W/@46.19351,-91.2520547,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x0!8m2!3d46.19351!4d-91.249866). Arrive at the start from Telemark Rd – take Hwy M east from Cable, take a right (south) on Telemark Rd. There is ample parking at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead. ![Parking key (29)](https://www.birkie.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Parking-Key-29-700x378.webp) ### Concessions Schedule Keep yourself fueled throughout the week of racing at the food trucks on-site at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead! Additional food and shopping will be available at the Hub – visit the Birkie Store, Backroads, and the American Birkebeiner Museum! #### ### Spectator Information There are many great viewing places around the course. Spectators are not allowed in the Field of Play and must stay off of the groomed course at all times. Please follow crossing guard instructions! Viewing from a far? Check back here for links to cameras at the venue. Want to get in some skiing of your own? Plenty of area trails will be open for skiing. Check out Birkie Trails in the area [here](https://www.birkie.com/trail-maps-conditions/). Trail passes can be found [here](https://www.birkie.com/trail/#buy-a-winter-trail-pass). ## Weather/Conditions [Weather Station in Stadium](https://www.wunderground.com/personal-weather-station/dashboard?ID=KWICABLE4#history) [Stadium Video Camera](https://www.birkie.com/trail/webcams/start-area/) [Mt. Telemark Village Video Camera](https://www.birkie.com/trail/webcams/telemark/) ## Lodging, Services & Dining [![](https://www.birkie.com/images/sponsors/alternate/tioa.avif?v=14518)](https://www.telemarkcondos.com/) ### Telemark Northwoods Lodging #### **Presenting Sponsor of** **Birkie Lodging** Telemark Northwoods Lodging is the Presenting Sponsor of Birkie Lodging offering a great retreat in a year-round recreational playground. [Visit the Telemark Northwoods Lodging Website](https://www.telemarkcondos.com/) ### Lodging Options The Hayward, WI area boasts a wide variety of lodging options. For more information, [visit our lodging page](https://www.birkie.com/lodging/). ## Race Contacts ### For Questions: **Contact Information:** Kristy Maki, Chief of Competition: Race Secretary: | Chief of Competition | Kristy Maki | |---|---| | Asst Chief of Competition | Bruce Manske | | Chief of Medical | Dr. Jesse Coenen | | Medical Coordinator | Christina Eliason | | Chief of Admin and Finance | Mike Brown | | Head Groomer | Erik Blow | | Race Secretary | Siiri Morse | | Chief of Course | Jeff Tumbleson | | Chief of Stadium | Gary Larson | | Asst. Chief of Stadium | Jesse Cain | | Chief of Start | Jim Krueger | | Chief of Finish | Dalt Collins | | Asst. 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