Trail Mix Race

Event information

The Trail Mix Race is scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve in Rockford, MN (9831 Rebecca Park Trail, Rockford, MN 55373). The event includes the following distances:

• 50K
• 25K
• 12.5K
• 6K

Registration prices are listed as $70 for the 50K, $60 for the 25K, $50 for the 12.5K, and $30 for the 6K. Prices increase after February 28, 2026 at 11:59pm CST. Packets will not be available early; pickup at the park begins the morning of the race at 7:00am.

Course

The course follows equestrian trails within Lake Rebecca Park Reserve. Surfaces are packed dirt and grass. The route passes rolling hills, wetlands, prairies, and wooded areas. Several moderately difficult hills are present, with limited roots and rocks. Lower or dense-wood sections may have mud or a few inches of standing water. A course map and elevation chart are provided by the organizer.

Logistics

There are four aid stations on course; all provide water and Gatorade. Aid stations and mile points include AS#1 Don's Rock (1.7 miles), AS#2 South Group Camp (3.26 miles), AS#3 Roy Road (5.88 miles), and AS#4 Beachside (7.75 miles). AS#2 and AS#4 note additional food or drop-bag services; AS#3 lists portable facilities.

Parking at Lake Rebecca is free. Depending on parking location, the walk to the start area may be 5 to 10 minutes. If onsite parking fills, staff will direct participants to overflow parking with a free shuttle to the event village. The 6K course is a 3k loop run twice, sharing the westward section of the larger loop and running counterclockwise.

In case of dangerous weather the event may be cancelled; refunds will not be issued for cancellation. Lightning may delay the start. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.