Merino Muster

28/05/2026

Australia and New Zealand cross-country ski events are next up on the Worldloppet calendar.

As a visitor to our event, we can arrange your accommodation, bus transfers, welcome dinner and ski passes at Snow Farm NZ during the week of the Merino Muster.

Email enquiries: [email protected]

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21/05/2026

Planning and preparation for your next Merino Muster event start at the Snow Farm NZ

Whatever distance you choose, Snow Farm NZ has a winter programme to help you train, improve, and enjoy the season.

Whether it is your first time on the snow, if you are moonlighting from alpine skiing, training for the Merino Muster, or interested in biathlonwe have a

11/05/2026

07/04/2026

Merino Muster - Let us handle your Muster accommodation and transport to Snow Farm -

The Wanaka Hotel package is perfect for both experienced Worldloppet skiers and New Zealanders new to cross-country skiing. We organise all your transport and accommodation, while keeping dining flexible—enjoy Wanaka’s vibrant café scene and local winery and beer gardens.

06/04/2026

One of the things that makes the Merino Muster so special is the incredible trail network at the Snow Farm Nordic Ski Area in the Pisa Range above Wānaka.

Our race courses wind through some of the most spectacular cross-country ski terrain, Snow Farm NZ wide groomed trails, rolling alpine landscapes, and stunning mountain views the whole way around.

Whether you're racing for a personal best or simply enjoying the experience, the Merino Muster course offers something for everyone. The trail network allows us to create exciting race routes while showcasing the very best of the Snow Farm.

Race Day: 22 August 2026
Distances: 42km Merino Muster, 21km Snow Rake, or 5km Straggle Muster.

Snow Farm NZ, Wānaka

Now is a great time to start planning your winter adventure and preparing for the event.

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30/03/2026

Merino Muster – Part of the Worldloppet Family

Did you know the Merino Muster is proudly part of the Worldloppet Ski Federation — the global series of the world’s best cross-country ski marathons?

Being a Worldloppet event places the Merino Muster alongside legendary international races across Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia. It means skiers from around the world travel to Wānaka to experience one of the most unique ski races on the planet.

That means when you race the Merino Muster, you have the opportunity to collect a Worldloppet passport stamp — adding New Zealand to your international skiing journey. For many skiers, collecting stamps from races around the world becomes a lifelong adventure.

Whether you're chasing your Worldloppet goals or simply looking for an unforgettable winter challenge, the Merino Muster delivers an incredible experience in the mountains.

Race Day: 22 August 2026
Snow Farm NZ, Wānaka

29/03/2026

JP has 20 km to go complete the 220km
Wish we were there to cheer him over the finish line.
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01/02/2026