Great Pumpkin Chase

Lake Elmo, United States • 12 Oct 2025

Great Pumpkin Chase is a fall-themed trail running event held at Lake Elmo Park Reserve in Minnesota. The family-friendly race offers 10k, 5k, and a half-mile Kids Trail Fun Run, with a Double Up option for completing the 10k and then the 5k. Participants enjoy a scenic trail course through the park, with water and Hammer Electrolytes at water stops.

The event includes a post-race bonfire and pancake breakfast, plus on-site photography and chip timing. Dogs on leash are welcome. Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Lake Elmo Park Reserve, part of the Midwest Multisport Races calendar.

The atmosphere is festive for autumn and Halloween. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k - 6.2 Mile Run
5 km
5k - 3.1 Mile Run
Kids Trail Fun Run 0.5 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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