Two Hearted Trail Run

Two Hearted Trail Run : overview

The Two Hearted Trail Run takes place June 20, 2026 in Paradise, Michigan. The event offers three distances:

• 50K
• Marathon
• Half Marathon

The course is about 80% single track and 20% dirt forest road or two-track. The 50K and marathon follow Lake Superior coastline on high bluffs and shoreline forests, and they travel inland along Culhane Lake and the Little Two Hearted River. Runners encounter sections that pass through areas recovering from past fire, pine forests, ridges overlooking tamarack bogs, and the Giant Pines Trail with 300-400 year old white pines. The half marathon is a loop through old growth white pine forest and a ridge on the southern shore of Clark Lake. All races finish near the Upper Tahquamenon Falls, with Camp 33 Brew Pub about 200 meters from the finish.

Logistics and race details

Registration is online only and closes June 15, 2026; registering by May 20 guarantees a race shirt. Participant limits are: 50K (100), marathon (100), half marathon (200). Entrants for the 50K must have completed a marathon or ultra previously. Aid stations are placed about 5-7 miles apart; runners must carry a 20 oz water bottle or functional hydration system. Aid stations provide cold water, an electrolyte drink, and select gels and electrolytes. Time limits are 8.5 hours for the 50K, 6.5 hours for the marathon, and 4 hours for the half. There are no refunds. Bus transport is provided from the finish area to the start for the 50K and marathon, and gear bags are transported back to the finish. Awards include custom finisher medallions and age-group podiums. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.