Trail Running calendar near Duluth 2025-2026

We have found 10 Trailruns within 80 miles of Duluth. See below where and when you can find the races.

The Thunderbird Warrior Challenge is a trail running event held at Mt. Ashwabay Outdoor Recreation Area in Bayfield, Wisconsin, on June 14, 2025. It features multiple race distances, including a 50K, 25K, 10K, and a 5K fun run with an obstacle course.The course showcases scenic Northwoods trails, te..

July 2025

The Eugene Curnow Trail Marathon is a challenging 26.2-mile point-to-point race held in northern Minnesota, running from the Lake Superior Zoo in Duluth to the Munger Trailhead in Carlton. The course features rugged woodland trails with significant elevation changes, including nearly 3,000 feet of a..

NCTRaces: Palmer's is a trail running event held at Palmer's Landing in Solon Springs, Wisconsin, along the scenic North Country Trail near Lake St. Croix. The races feature a variety of distances including a 5K, half marathon, marathon, and a unique 50/50 Mystery Ultra, which ranges between 50 kilo..

The Minnesota Voyageur Trail Ultramarathon, established in 1982, is one of the oldest 50-mile trail ultras in the U.S. Held in Carlton, Minnesota, the rugged out-and-back course traverses Jay Cooke State Park and challenging woodland trails northeast to Duluth and back. Runners experience scenic vie..

August 2025

The Summit North Trail Runs, held in West Duluth, Minnesota at Spirit Mountain, offers a premier trail running experience in the Midwest. The event features rugged terrain with challenging climbs and winding forest singletrack, including the notable Ely’s Tunnel on the Forest Track course. Runners c..

September 2025

The Birkie Trail Run Festival is an exciting running event held in Cable, Wisconsin, featuring a variety of races suitable for all ages and skill levels. Participants can choose from an Individual Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K Trail Run, and a 1K Kids Run/Walk for children aged 9 and under. Additional..

October 2025

The Fire Tower Trail Races, set in the scenic St. Croix State Park in Hinckley, MN, offers a welcoming and accessible experience for runners of all levels. Participants can choose from four distances: 100K, 50K, 35K, and 11K, with generous cut-off times and a flat course.The event features beautiful..

The Grand Traverse is an annual trail running and hiking event held in Duluth, Minnesota, featuring four challenging distances: 10, 17, 21, and 27 miles. Participants can enjoy a fully supported experience along the scenic Superior Hiking Trail, with shuttle transportation provided to the start line..

The Wild Duluth Races is an annual trail running event held in Duluth, Minnesota, featuring ultramarathons and shorter trail races. Participants can choose from the 50K and 100K ultramarathons on Saturday, as well as the Harder 'n Heck Half Marathon and Terribly Tough 10K races on Sunday. The course..

January 2026

The St. Croix 40 Winter Ultra is an adventurous winter race held in St. Croix State Park, Minnesota, where participants can choose to compete on foot, skis, or fat bikes over a challenging 40-mile course.This unique event not only tests endurance but also survival skills, as competitors must carry e..