Red River Ultrafest

Moorhead, United States • 20 Sep 2025

Red River Ultrafest, Fargo/Moorhead's first ultramarathon, takes place in Moorhead, Minnesota, on Saturday, September 20, 2025. The event offers multiple time-domain distances: 3-, 6-, and 12-hour options, with both Run/Walk and Ruck categories (ruck packs weigh 45 lbs for men, 35 lbs for women; racers supply their own packs). The course features a 5-mile loop beginning on Gooseberry trails, crossing a bridge into Lindenwood, heading to Dike East, and back. Participants enjoy a robust aid station, race shirt, finisher award, finish pizza, and plentiful snacks. Aimed at endurance athletes, the festival emphasizes a supportive, community atmosphere and camaraderie. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

12 km
12 Hour Ruck (45lbs Men / 35lbs Women)
12 km
12 Hour Run/walk
6 km
6 Hour Ruck (45lbs Men / 35lbs Women)
6 km
6 Hour Run/walk
3 km
3 Hour Ruck (45lbs Men / 35lbs Women)
3 km
3 Hour Run/walk
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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