The Loppet Foundation

The Loppet Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. With 77 employees, the organization generates an annual revenue of $50 million. The Loppet Foundation connects people to the outdoors through a variety of experiences, including operating cross-country ski trails, hiking/running trails, mountain bike/fat-tire bike trails, a snow tubing hill, an alpine hill, and a frisbee golf course. These facilities are located at The Trailhead in Theodore Wirth Park. The organization also hosts a wide range of sporting events, from large-scale competitions like the Masters Cross Country Ski World Cup and the U.S. Junior Cross Country Ski Championships to smaller, community-focused events like the City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival. The Loppet Foundation is known for its commitment to youth development through programs like Adventure Camp, Ski Camp, Minne-Loppet, and Junior Loppet. These programs teach outdoor skills and build confidence in young people. The organization also offers adult recreational opportunities through the Loppet Run Club, Loppet Ultra Run Club, and Loppet Ski Club. For more information, visit loppet.org.