Trail Running calendar near Carlton 2026-2027

A June 13, 2026 trail running fundraiser at Mt. Ashwabay with 50K, 25K, 10K and a 5K fun run with obstacles. The looped course moves through old growth maple and hemlock with panoramic views of Lake Superior.

A 26.2 mile trail marathon on rugged woodland singletrack from the Lake Superior Zoo in Duluth to the Munger Trailhead in Carlton, Minnesota. The route follows half of the Minnesota Voyageur course and includes multiple aid stations and dro..

A locally run trail event in Solon Springs Wisconsin on the North Country Trail. Distances include 5K, half marathon, marathon and a 50/50 Mystery Ultra with a 50 runner limit per distance.

A 5K run on the ski trails of Snowflake Nordic Ski Center in Duluth on July 18, 2026. Proceeds benefit the Duluth East Boys and Girls Cross Country Team and participants receive a finish-line treat while pies are awarded to winners.

A 50 mile out-and-back trail ultramarathon between Carlton and Duluth that follows rugged singletrack through Jay Cooke State Park, features significant elevation change and variable weather, uses a cupless format, and enforces a 14 hour li..

A nine-race trail series in August October 2026 across the Twin Ports featuring woodland singletrack courses from about 5.5 to 10.5 km. Entry is free and the season concludes with a potluck and prizes.

Summit North Trail Runs in Duluth, MN on August 7 and 8, 2026 offers four trail races from 1.5 to 13.7 miles on forest singletrack, with rugged climbs and a tunnel section on the Forest Track.

A three day mountain biking and trail running festival in Duluth, Minnesota with races from youth XC and trail runs to multi stage enduro and downhill competitions. Courses include cross country singletrack and technical black diamond trail..

A 4.4 mile run and walk through the woods, trails, and back-roads of Brimson Minnesota with a virtual option. All proceeds support the Brimson Area Volunteer Fire Department, Minnesota's 2025 Fire Department of the Year.

A multi-event trail running festival on September 26, 2026 at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead in Cable WI offering marathon, relays, half marathon, new 10K, Nordic Trek, 5K and kids races across ski trails, singletrack and forest roads.

Experience Minnesota's largest state park on a flat trail course at St. Croix State Park. Choose from four distances including a 100K ultra featuring a climb up a historic fire tower.

Experience a point to point trail race along the Superior Hiking Trail in Duluth. Choose from four supported distances that feature old growth forests and waterfalls before finishing at the Fitger Courtyard near Lake Superior.

Experience a rugged trail run through the Vasaloppet Nordic Center trail system in Mora. With distances including a 10k race and family fun sessions, participants enjoy a well marked course followed by a racers lunch.

Trail races in Duluth, MN on October 17 and 18, 2026 featuring 100 K, 50 K, half marathon and 10 K on the Superior Hiking Trail with views of Lake Superior. Registration closes Oct 12 at 11:59 PM CT.

The MammothMarch Minnesota will take place in Crosby Township on Saturday 17 October 2026.

A last runner standing event at Palmer's Landing in Solon Springs WI with a one mile out and back loop every 15 minutes. Runners are removed when they fail to complete the loop within the 15 minute window.

A roughly 40-mile winter survival race in St. Croix State Park, Minnesota, for foot, ski, and fat-bike participants who carry required survival gear and complete two on-course skill tests overnight.

Vasaloppet USA is a two-day cross-country ski event in Mora, Minnesota on February 13 and 14, 2027. Races range from a Miniloppet to 51 km, snowmaking supports consistent conditions and fluorinated ski wax is banned.

A day of cross-country ski races at Giants Ridge, Minnesota, with 50K and 25K freestyle and classic events plus an 8K freestyle, held on 60 km of groomed Nordic trails and supported by on-site amenities.