Birkie Trail Run

Birkie Trail Run : American Birkebeiner

The Birkie Trail Run is scheduled for September 26, 2026 at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead in Cable, Wisconsin. The event program includes multiple distance options and race formats held on established Birkie trails around Mt. Telemark.

Distances and events:

• Marathon - two laps of the scenic 13.1 mile loop
• Marathon Relay - 3- and 6-person team options
• Half Marathon
• Nordic Trek - 8.5 miles on ski trail, logging roads, and double track
• 10K - new for 2026, mix of ski trail and singletrack
• 5K Run/Walk
• Kids Fun Run

Course notes: Marathon, Half Marathon, and Marathon Relay routes include sections of singletrack and an ascent to the top of Mt. Telemark. The Nordic Trek course omits the Mt. Telemark ascent and uses wider trail and road surfaces with no singletrack. The 10K and 5K routes combine ski trail and singletrack segments.

Registration information: Registered participants receive a custom T-shirt, race bib and pins, a finisher medal, on-course fuel provided by UnTapped, post-race snacks and Kemp’s chocolate milk, and a complimentary Earth Rider beer or soda. Fees vary by registration period.

Logistics and awards: All races start and finish at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead; ample parking and bib pick-up are available in the event area. Overall podium awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in several events, and age-class awards are awarded across defined age groups. Age minimums apply: Half Marathon and Marathon Relay participants must be at least 13 years old; Marathon participants must be at least 18 years old. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.