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Little Su 50K

Big Lake, United States • 14 Feb 2027

Event Overview

The Little Su 50K is a human-powered winter wilderness race located in Big Lake, Alaska. This event takes place in February on marked trails through remote and frozen landscapes. Participants navigate a course that offers views of the Alaskan wilderness across traditional lands of the Dena’ina and Ahtna Dene people.

Course and Conditions

The race is held on a variety of trail conditions typical of the Alaskan winter environment. Parts of the route cross land owned by the Mental Health Trust Authority. The event occurs alongside a longer 100-mile race, but the Little Su focus is specifically on the following distance:

  • 50 km

Requirements and Logistics

As a winter wilderness event, specific gear requirements and race rules are in place to manage participation in the frozen environment. Potential participants can access information regarding gear checks and mandatory equipment. A post-race party is held following the event. The race is scheduled to take place on February 14th in 2027. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Alaska Big Lake

Race information

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50 km
Little Su 50k
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