Fall Superior Trail Races
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (September 11, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
Races on the programme
| Race | Distance | Elevation gain |
|---|---|---|
| Superior Sawtooth 100 Mile | — | 21,001 ft |
| Superior Trail 50 Mile | — | 12,500 ft |
| Moose Mountain Marathon | — | 5,499 ft |
About
Fall Superior Trail Races are held in Lutsen, Minnesota, on September 11–12, 2026, on the Superior Hiking Trail. Three trail formats are offered: the Superior Sawtooth 100 Mile starts Friday, September 11, at 8:00 AM with about 21,000 feet of climbing; the Superior Trail 50 Mile starts Saturday at 8:15 AM with about 12,500 feet; and the Moose Mountain Marathon (26.2 miles) starts Saturday at 8:00 AM with about 5,500 feet of climbing.
These are rugged point-to-point style mountain-trail distances, not smooth running. The marathon suits trail runners with a few hilly races behind them, the 50-mile is a serious step up, and the 100-mile is a full night-and-day effort that demands prior ultra experience. Whatever the distance, spend your build on climbing and descending, hike the steep sections in training, and include back-to-back long runs to prepare your legs for hours of technical ground.
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Races nearby
Other upcoming races around Lutsen.