Great Deer Chase

  • Date Sat 15th August 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Calumet, Michigan
  • Price $16.90 - $54.00
  • Races 5 races

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of adventure at the Great Deer Chase on Saturday, August 15th, 2026, in Calumet, Houghton! This exciting event promises a variety of race distances tailored for all ages and skill levels, making it a true celebration of outdoor fun and community spirit.

Participants can choose from several thrilling options, including the Onyx Racing Products Adventure Rideβ€”an untimed gravel ride of over 20 miles around the stunning Swedetown trails. For those seeking a challenge, the Long Race features a 20+ mile course that will put your skills to the test on some of the most demanding trails in the area. Enjoy the fast-paced excitement of the Downwind Sports Medium Race, covering 12-18 miles of fun blue trails, or opt for the Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists Short Race, designed for beginners with a distance of 6-10 miles. Young athletes can join in the fun with the Rhythm Bike Shop Youth Long Race (3-6 miles) and the Youth Short Race (1-3 miles), ensuring that everyone gets a chance to experience the thrill of racing. Plus, don’t miss the Rhythm Bike Shop 100 Yard Untimed Tots Event, where little ones can

Organiser's Description

* Onyx Racing Products Adventure Ride (untimed): Self-supported gravel/adventure ride around the Swedetown trails. The course is TBD and will be greater than 20 miles. A route GPX will be provided. 9 am start time
* Onyx Racing Products Long Race: 20+ mile course including some of Swedetown's most challenging trails
* Downwind Sports Medium Race: 12-18 miles on fast, fun blue trails
* Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists Short Race: 6-10 miles on fun, beginner-friendly blue trails
* Rhythm Bike Shop Youth Long Race (15 & Under): 3-6 miles on ski trails and easy singletrack
* Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists Youth Short Race (12 & Under): 1-3 miles on ski trail and easy singletrack
* Rhythm Bike Shop 100 Yard Untimed Tots Event: A free race for kids on tricycles, strider bikes, etc. If they are just learning to ride, here they can have the joy of participating.

The first 120 registrants for the paid events will receive an event t-shirt from Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists and a custom top cap from Onyx Racing Products! Registrants 121-200 will receive a top cap, but not a t-shirt.

Once again, held in conjunction with Calumet's Pasty Fest [https://www.uppastyfest.com/]!

Races

  • Onyx Racing Products Adventure Ride (Untimed)

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 15th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $27.50

    Self-supported gravel/adventure ride around the Swedetown trails. The course is TBD and will be greater than 20 miles. A route GPX will be provided. 9 am start time
  • Onyx Racing Products Long Race

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 15th August 2026 (11:00AM EDT)

    $54.00

    20+ miles including some of Swedetown's most challenging trails
  • Downwind Sports Medium Race

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 15th August 2026 (11:00AM EDT)

    $54.00

    12-18 miles on fast, fun blue trails
  • Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists Short Race

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 15th August 2026 (11:00AM EDT)

    $32.80

    6-10 miles on fun, beginner-friendly blue trails
  • Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists Youth Short Race - 12 & Under

    Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 15th August 2026 (9:30AM EDT)

    $16.90

    1-3 miles on ski trail and easy singletrack

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Location

Swedetown Recreation Area, 56641 Osceola Road, Calumet, 49913, MI, United States

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