Grand Traverse Duluth

Duluth, United States • 4 Oct 2025

Event overview

The Grand Traverse takes place on Saturday, October 4, 2025, in Duluth, Minnesota. This is the 18th annual Grand Traverse. The event is a fully supported trail running and hiking event held on the Superior Hiking Trail. All distances are point-to-point and all finish at Fitger's Courtyard in Duluth.

Course and logistics

Courses follow the Superior Hiking Trail within Duluth. Transportation or shuttle bus service is provided to the start locations. The event includes rest stops, rest stop gear drops, and volunteer support along the route. Registration details and event fees are posted by the organizer; the 10 mile distance was listed as sold out in one notice.

Distances offered: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

  • 27 miles
  • 21 miles
  • 17 miles
  • 10 miles

Race information

27 mi
27 Miles
21 mi
21 Miles
17 mi
17 Miles
10 mi
10 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Take on the Northwoods Winter Marathon or Half in Duluth on January 3, 2026, tackling packed fat bike trails through Lester Park and Hawks Ridge with sweeping city and lake views. Snowshoe divisions add a fun winter twist for all ability le..

Hit the packed fat bike trails of Duluth's Hartley Park for a winter 10K with a snowshoe option. Join this rugged, scenic race through the heart of the park and feel the thrill of trail running in snow.

Test your winter trail grit with the Frozen 4 Hour or enjoy a brisk 5K on packed snow trails in Lester Park, Duluth. Run as many miles as you can in four hours or race the shorter route for a fun, chilly challenge.

Summit North Trail Runs at Spirit Mountain in Duluth on August 14 and 15, 2026 offer technical singletrack, steep climbs and rocky descents, including the Ely's Tunnel scramble. Races range from a 5K to a heavy half marathon.