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ESTRS Spring Lake Park 5 Mile

Name: ESTRS Spring Lake Park 5 Mile
Start: 2025-07-30
End: 2025-07-30
Location: Hastings

Hastings, United States • 30 Jul 2025

The ESTRS Spring Lake Park 5 Mile is a trail running event held in Hastings, Minnesota, at Spring Lake Park. The course features a rolling 5-mile route in a figure-eight layout, combining wide mowed prairie trails with single and double-track wooded paths, and includes about 310 feet of elevation gain. Runners encounter a water stop and enthusiastic cheering after the first loop, approximately 5 kilometers in. Part of the Endless Summer Trail Run Series, this race offers a low-cost, welcoming atmosphere for all abilities, emphasizing community and enjoyment. Post-race festivities include refreshments like pizza, soft drinks, and beer, fostering social connection among participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Minnesota Hastings

Race information

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5 mi

5 Mile

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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