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Name: NCTRaces: Palmers
Start: 2026-07-18
End: 2026-07-18
Location: Solon Springs

Solon Springs, United States • 18 Jul 2026

NCTRaces: Palmers - July 18, 2026

NCTRaces: Palmers is a trail running event in Solon Springs, Wisconsin. Races take place on the North Country Trail through wooded terrain and hilly sections. All courses use an out and back format with the start and finish area on Lake St. Croix.

The event offers multiple distance options:

5K
Half Marathon
Marathon
50/50 Mystery Ultra between 50 kilometers and 50 miles

The 50/50 Mystery Ultra distance is not revealed to runners until they reach the 50/50 Mystery Ultra Turn Around Aid Station. Each distance is limited to 50 participants. Entry fees on record range from USD 29.87 to USD 56.25 and there are four listed offer options. Registration closes on Wednesday, July 15 at 11:59 PM CT.

The event is presented as a locally run, low key race focused on trail running in a forested setting. Information provided includes course style, participant limits, distance options, and basic event logistics. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Wisconsin Solon Springs

Race information

Website Registration

Marathon

Half Marathon

1/2 Marathon

5 km

50/50 Mystery Ultra

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

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