THE 2026 WINTER WOOLLY BLOWS IN ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14th!
The Winter Woolly is our annual downhill fat biking event. We’ll shake the snow off the lift for one day only of groomed Lift accessed downhill riding.
It’s about to be your favorite day of the winter!
Weather date: Saturday February 21st.
Fat bikes only. All tires must be 3.8″ or wider.
Studded tires are allowed and encouraged. Studded tires are allowed on surface lift.
Admission is free for 2026 All-Access Season Pass Holders.
Lift spins 9 am – 4 pm
DH FAT BIKE RACE
The Winter Woolly DH Fat Bike Race is a highlight of every winter. Race against the clock, your friends, against the elements…just don’t be afraid to hit the snow.
This is an open-class race, with the top three finishers taking home prizes and bragging rights. (And probably a little extra snow in their pants.) Race registration is available as a $40 add-on to your day pass. Race format is best of 3 runs, with your best time counting. Race trail is officially TBD (see: the whims of Mother Nature) but has traditionally been Upper NE Style to Lower Happy Hour. We’ll keep you posted. Please note: this is only registration for the race, it does not include your day pass for the event.
Limited Edition Winter Woolly Event T-Shirt
BE PREPARED
Winter Woolly conditions have always been variable! We recommend coming prepared with multiple layers (and probably a set of dry clothes.)
The Winter Woolly is the first day of riding in 2026, which means everyone participating needs to get a new Highland waiver verified. To help our fabulous Welcome Center staff keep the line moving in the morning, fill out your waiver online in advance and have your photo ID ready when you check in!
Grooming Explanations
Snow-Cleared
Machine Groomed
Packed Single Track
Frequently Asked Questions:
What Trails will be open / groomed?
Our Winter crew will be grooming the mountain leading up to the Woolly. Which trails will be open is an answer left to Mother Nature. Typically we have had the following trails for the Winter Woolly:
Freedom, Cat Scratch Fever, The Lynx, Meadow’s End, Upper Cat’s Paw, Fancy Feast, Lower Happy Hour, Upper NE Style, Hellion, and Central park.
Hard to guarantee snow conditions and trail openings for the winter woolly. This is what was open last year and what we aim for this year. *Conditions permitting, Fingers crossed*
I’m a season pass holder. Do I need to register?
If you are a 2026 All-Access Season Pass Holder, you get free access to the Winter Woolly and are not required to purchase a day pass. Race registration and limited edition Woolly tee are available an additional cost.
Can I pedal to the summit?
No, we will not have uphill pedal access available for the Winter Woolly. If you want to ride any of our downhill trails, you will need a lift pass.
How wide do my tires have to be?
This is a fat bikes only event. Tires must be 3.8″ or wider.
Do you rent fat bikes?
Our bike shop has a very limited number of fat bike rentals available. We expect that they will all be booked well in advance, so don’t hesitate to lock in yours.
If you need a rental, we recommend first checking in with your local bike shop.
