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Miner 49er

Dubuque, United States • 8 Nov 2025

The Miner 49er is an endurance running event held in the scenic Mines of Spain near Dubuque, Iowa. It features two race distances: a 25K out-and-back course with about 2,200 feet of elevation gain, and a 50K race that covers the 25K route twice, totaling approximately 4,400 feet of gain. Runners experience diverse terrain including single and double track trails, prairie paths, stone steps, and stream crossings, with views of the Julien Dubuque Monument, Horseshoe Bluff, and the Mississippi River. The course includes three aid stations stocked with ultra-running nutrition. The event emphasizes respect for other park users and does not allow pacers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Iowa Dubuque

Race information

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50 km
4400 m+
50k
25 km
2200 m+
25k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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