The 53rd annual Zions Bank Boulder Mountain tour is February 7, 2026!

General Registration is sold out. Join the waitlist at www.bouldermountaintour.com

This is the premier cross-country race in the Western United States, the Tour is staged on the historic Harriman Trail located in the pristine Sawtooth National Forest Area. Race distances are 34 kilometers, the Full Boulder, and 15 kilometers, the Charley Course Half Boulder.

The field features World Cup-caliber racers to cross-country enthusiasts who embrace the “Tour” aspect of the event. All ages are welcome. Racers are separated by waves, including Elite Men, and Elite Women, seeded by previous race times in the BMT or comparable marathon distance races. There are seven waves in the Full Boulder. This year, the in-person race field will be capped at 800 skiers for the Full Boulder, and 200 skiers in the Half.

Wednesday, February 4th – NordicTown USA Sprints 

Simplot Lot, 2nd Avenue & Fourth Street, Ketchum 

The NordicTown USA Sprints pit teams of two in a head-to-head freestyle relay format on a 400-meter oval. The event features elite racers from the field, adaptive skiers, as well as top juniors from the Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation. Cash prizes to the top teams. Come join the fun as a participant or spectator. Day of race signup only. Hot drinks and cookies will be provided by Sun Valley Community School. Details, Kelley Yeates (208) 726-3899.

• 3:30 p.m. Registration and bib pick up
• 4:15 p.m. Welcome/Instructions
• 4:30 p.m. Youth mass start – 1 lap
• 4:45 p.m. Youth mass start – 2 laps
• 5:00 p.m. Open/Adaptive class – 4 laps
• 5:15 p.m. Elite class – 6 laps

Friday, February 6 – Race Bag/Packet Pickup and BMT Expo

10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at The Argyros , Main Street, Ketchum 

All racers should plan on picking up their race bag and packet at the BMT Expo. Each racer receives a souvenir bib, timing chip, race-day details, an custom-designed Sauce race hat, and goodies. The BMT Expo features event sponsors, industry insiders, and local vendors. Want to get the lowdown on trails, temps, wax, and equipment from the pros? This is the spot to do it.

Saturday, February 7 – Boulder Mountain Tour 

10 a.m. Harriman Trail, Sawtooth National Forest  

The 53rd annual Boulder Mountain Tour launches at 10 a.m. on the Harriman Trail. A field of 800 racers will challenge themselves over 34 kilometers. Spectators can catch the elite class finish shortly after 11 a.m. at the end of the Harriman Trail located across from SNRA Headquarters. The 15k Charley Course Half-Boulder begins at Baker Creek at noon.

Saturday, February 7 – BMT Awards Celebration

5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Argyros Theater, Main Street, Ketchum

Cash prizes will be given to the top three men and women overall, preem winners, and adaptive racers. Commemorative prizes will be presented to the top three males and females in each age class in the Full Boulder, wave champs, and Oldest/Youngest racers. Most Improved skiers will receive the Jon Engen Award given to the man and woman who improve their time the most from the 2025 BMT (it should not be hard!). Half Boulder prizes go to the fastest skiers overall and class winners. The whole town – and, of course, race participants – are encouraged to celebrate the BMT, cross-country skiing, and our vibrant community at our penultimate party. Food and beverage trucks, awards, and a good time will be highlighted. Party tunes, a huge raffle with great prizes from our generous sponsors and supporters. You must be present to win.

Sunday, February 8 – Demo Day

10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sun Valley Nordic Center

Free trail passes to all participants. Food and beverage available. Try out the latest and greatest gear from our great industry representatives and local businesses.

To join the Boulder Mountain Tour crew as a volunteer click HERE.