The Kangaroo Hoppet
Kangaroo Hoppet Races
23rd August 2025, Falls Creek Nordic Bowl
Every year, on the fourth Saturday of August, over 1000 cross country skiers of all nationalities, ages and abilities come to Falls Creek for the Kangaroo Hoppet. This unique event, held on Falls Creek’s world class network of groomed trails extending out into the Bogong High Plains of Australia’s Alpine National Park, is a great opportunity for everyone from beginners to Olympians to step into their skis and celebrate cross country skiing in Australia.
The 42km Kangaroo Hoppet, a member of the prestigious Worldloppet series, is the signature race in the event. It attracts both elite skiers from Australia and overseas, and passionate cross country skiers who enjoy the sense of achievement that comes from completing Australia’s premier cross country ski race.
For those who don’t feel up to the challenge of the longer distance, there’s the 21km Australian Birkebeiner and 7km Joey Hoppet that allows everyone to be part of an international ski event in a safe and fun environment.
Spectators can enjoy the awesome atmosphere in the Falls Creek Nordic Bowl and cheer all the participants along at both the start and finish lines.
Don’t miss out on being part of our amazing event …
Please use the links below to see details of each event and find links to Event Fees, Event Registration, Course Descriptions, Race Briefings, Bib Collection Information and other relevant information relating to that particular event.
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PLASTIC CUP FREE!
We have introduced a new environmental friendly initiative and will NOT be providing plastic cups at the drink stations on course. Instead you will need to carry your own drink bottle or hydration pack. Water and 32Gi will still be available at drink stations for refills.
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Glorious day up on the High Plains. Heathy Spur & Johnsons loop were groomed last night and the skiing doesn't get any better. The groomer's focus is on the Kangaroo Hoppet course so it should be perfect for Saturday. Start list is now on the website, www.hoppet.com.au #Worldloppet #snowaustralia #skiclassics #fallscreek
Have Fast Skis and support the National Team
XC National Team coaches and athletes are running the Kangaroo Hoppet waxing fundraiser once again. All money raised goes towards expenses for athletes racing overseas, including for the World Junior and U23 Championship.
Register and pay online (www.snow.org.au/events/308771) then drop your skis off to the YMCA Cross Country Centre at Falls Creek from Wednesday 20 August onwards.
Many thanks for your support!
#worldloppet #birkebeinernordicskiclub #fallscreek #snowaustralia
It's snowing and looking good for the Kangaroo Hoppet in a week's time! ❄🤩❄ The groomers will be hard at it doing their best to get the full course ready for Saturday's event.
The Hoppet Shop is now open! The shop opening times:
Saturday 16th Aug 2pm-6pm
Sunday 17th Aug 2pm-6pm
Thursday 21st Aug 2pm-6pm
Friday 22nd Aug: 10am-11pm
Saturday 23rd Aug: 6:30am-8:30am (no late entries, bib pick-up only) then 2pm-6pm
Sunday 24th Aug: 9am-3pm
#Worldloppet #skiclassics #fallscreek #seehighcountry
Not racing this year? We would love more volunteers to help at the start/finish area or the drink station at Sun Valley. Register on the Kangaroo Hoppet website: www.hoppet.com.au/volunteers/ or contact Ronice - 0409332642
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