Lake Superior Shore Run
- Date Fri 11th September 2026 - Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Marquette, Michigan
- Price Free - $66.72
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km, 5 Mile, 1 Mile
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Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 33rd Annual Lake Superior Shore Run, taking place from September 11 to September 12, 2026, in the scenic city of Marquette, Michigan! This exhilarating event offers a variety of race distances, including a challenging half marathon, a fun 5K, and a delightful 1K youth trail run, alongside a 5-mile hike at the breathtaking Little Presque Isle, located just north of Marquette.
Experience the stunning views of Lake Superior as you run along pristine beaches and navigate through the rugged terrain of Harlow Lake and Bareback Ridge. Participants in the half marathon will tackle a course that ascends 300 feet, rewarding them with panoramic vistas of the Huron Mountain Range. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a first-time participant, this event promises to be a memorable experience filled with community spirit and outdoor adventure. Don't forget, registration is available on-site on race day, so join us for a weekend of fitness, fun, and fellowship in Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula!
Experience the stunning views of Lake Superior as you run along pristine beaches and navigate through the rugged terrain of Harlow Lake and Bareback Ridge. Participants in the half marathon will tackle a course that ascends 300 feet, rewarding them with panoramic vistas of the Huron Mountain Range. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a first-time participant, this event promises to be a memorable experience filled with community spirit and outdoor adventure. Don't forget, registration is available on-site on race day, so join us for a weekend of fitness, fun, and fellowship in Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula!
Organiser's Description
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED! REGISTRATION STILL AVAILABLE THE DAY BEFORE AND DAY OF!
REGISTER AT PACKET PICK UP ON FRIDAY, 9/11/26 FROM 4 - 7 PM AND SATURDAY, 9/12/26 FROM 8:15 AM - 9:30 AM.
Join us for our 33rd Annual Lake Superior Shore Run.
Half Marathon, 5K and 1K Youth Trail Runs plus a 5 Mile Hike at picturesque Little Presque Isle on Lake Superior: ~5 miles north of Marquette, Michigan. 3 hours from Green Bay & the Mackinac Bridge, 5 hours from Milwaukee, WI & Duluth, MN. 8 hours north of Detroit, Michigan.
Packet pickup will take place at South Beach, near Downtown Marquette. Runners in the half-marathon, 5k, and 5 mile hike will each receive a shirt. Age group awards will be handed out at the end of each race.
Beginning at Little Presque Isle, the half marathon course runs for 1.5 miles along Lake Superior beaches and then passes pristine Harlow Lake. From there it gently winds up 300 of elevation to views of the Huron Mountain Range from the top of Bareback Ridge. The course then winds back down to Lake Superior for a 1.5 mile stretch of rugged running from Wetmore landing back to the finish at Little Presque Isle. Some sections of the half marathon course are extreme.
Online registration runs through Thursday, September 11, 2025 at noon.
Day before and day of registration are also available at the following times and locations:
Day Before Registration: 4 - 7 pm, South Beach Packet Pickup, Marquette, MI
Day of Registration: 8:15 am - 9:30 am, Little Presque Isle
(Add a five dollars to the rates for the day before and day of registration.)
PARKING, PACKET PICKUP, RACE TIMES, TIME CUTOFF, KIDS RACE AND MORE.
Parking
Parking is Limited. We ask you to carpool to the race start/finish. We are also asking you to consider parking at Wetmore Landing (until that lot is full) and walk the mile to the start. Parking at t Little Presque Recreation Area is limited. Please follow parking volunteers as they direct you to the next available spot. Do not park on County Road 550.
Packet Pickup
Packet Pickup will take place at South Beach on Lake Street in Marquette. Friday, September 11, 2025. 4p - 7 p. Look for the white tent.
Packet pickup is also available race morning at Little Presque, starting at 8:15 am.
Race Times
6:30 pm (Friday) 1 mile kids race
9:00 am - Half-Marathon Start
9:05 am - 5 Mile Hike Start
9:30 - 5k Run Start
Race Cutoff
The Half-Marathon has a four hour time limit. The cutoff is 1:00 pm. We will ask any runners that do not make it to the final aid station at Wetmore Landing/Gravel Pit by 12:15 pm to hand in their bibs. It is a 1 mile walk (shorter depending on where you parked, back to the finish). The time limit is meant to keep us all safe. Cell service is almost non-existent on the course, and if someone is lost, we need to physically go look for them. We appreciate you understanding.
Kids Race
The Upper Peninsula Health Plan Kids Race is Friday, September 11, 2025 at 6:30 pm. It starts and finishes at the South Beach Parking lot. The course will be an out and back on the bike path. This is untimed race, and is a great chance for kids to experience racing. This race is free in keeping with the Superiorland Ski Club's mission to promote youth sport.
Reminder:
You need a recreation passport on your vehicle to park in the Little Presque Recreation Area Parking Lot. If you don't have one, here are the prices for the self-service pay pole, located in the parking lot. Please pay for the pass. Support the trails.
Recreation Passport:
Michigan Resident: $17 per vehicle
Michigan Resident Motorcycle: $11 per vehicle
Non-resident Annual: $34 per vehicle
Non-resident daily: $9 per vehicle
Please thank the following businesses for supporting this year's race. We are very fortunate to have over 30 years of community support for this amazing race. It's probably a good time to mention that the proceeds from the race go to fund youth cross country skiing through the Superiorland Ski Club.
2026 Race Sponsors: Coming Soon
2025 Race Sponsors:
Superiorland Ski Club
Eagle Mine
Upper Peninsula Health Plan
Alpine Defense
Northern Michigan University
Superior Timing
Floline Media
South Shore Family Medicine
Closner Construction
Queen City Running
UP Holistic Health
Crappie Coffee
Lower Harbor Family Dental
Keweenaw Kitchen
Hope to see you all in 2026!
Jeni Kilpela, Race Director
REGISTER AT PACKET PICK UP ON FRIDAY, 9/11/26 FROM 4 - 7 PM AND SATURDAY, 9/12/26 FROM 8:15 AM - 9:30 AM.
Join us for our 33rd Annual Lake Superior Shore Run.
Half Marathon, 5K and 1K Youth Trail Runs plus a 5 Mile Hike at picturesque Little Presque Isle on Lake Superior: ~5 miles north of Marquette, Michigan. 3 hours from Green Bay & the Mackinac Bridge, 5 hours from Milwaukee, WI & Duluth, MN. 8 hours north of Detroit, Michigan.
Packet pickup will take place at South Beach, near Downtown Marquette. Runners in the half-marathon, 5k, and 5 mile hike will each receive a shirt. Age group awards will be handed out at the end of each race.
Beginning at Little Presque Isle, the half marathon course runs for 1.5 miles along Lake Superior beaches and then passes pristine Harlow Lake. From there it gently winds up 300 of elevation to views of the Huron Mountain Range from the top of Bareback Ridge. The course then winds back down to Lake Superior for a 1.5 mile stretch of rugged running from Wetmore landing back to the finish at Little Presque Isle. Some sections of the half marathon course are extreme.
Online registration runs through Thursday, September 11, 2025 at noon.
Day before and day of registration are also available at the following times and locations:
Day Before Registration: 4 - 7 pm, South Beach Packet Pickup, Marquette, MI
Day of Registration: 8:15 am - 9:30 am, Little Presque Isle
(Add a five dollars to the rates for the day before and day of registration.)
PARKING, PACKET PICKUP, RACE TIMES, TIME CUTOFF, KIDS RACE AND MORE.
Parking
Parking is Limited. We ask you to carpool to the race start/finish. We are also asking you to consider parking at Wetmore Landing (until that lot is full) and walk the mile to the start. Parking at t Little Presque Recreation Area is limited. Please follow parking volunteers as they direct you to the next available spot. Do not park on County Road 550.
Packet Pickup
Packet Pickup will take place at South Beach on Lake Street in Marquette. Friday, September 11, 2025. 4p - 7 p. Look for the white tent.
Packet pickup is also available race morning at Little Presque, starting at 8:15 am.
Race Times
6:30 pm (Friday) 1 mile kids race
9:00 am - Half-Marathon Start
9:05 am - 5 Mile Hike Start
9:30 - 5k Run Start
Race Cutoff
The Half-Marathon has a four hour time limit. The cutoff is 1:00 pm. We will ask any runners that do not make it to the final aid station at Wetmore Landing/Gravel Pit by 12:15 pm to hand in their bibs. It is a 1 mile walk (shorter depending on where you parked, back to the finish). The time limit is meant to keep us all safe. Cell service is almost non-existent on the course, and if someone is lost, we need to physically go look for them. We appreciate you understanding.
Kids Race
The Upper Peninsula Health Plan Kids Race is Friday, September 11, 2025 at 6:30 pm. It starts and finishes at the South Beach Parking lot. The course will be an out and back on the bike path. This is untimed race, and is a great chance for kids to experience racing. This race is free in keeping with the Superiorland Ski Club's mission to promote youth sport.
Reminder:
You need a recreation passport on your vehicle to park in the Little Presque Recreation Area Parking Lot. If you don't have one, here are the prices for the self-service pay pole, located in the parking lot. Please pay for the pass. Support the trails.
Recreation Passport:
Michigan Resident: $17 per vehicle
Michigan Resident Motorcycle: $11 per vehicle
Non-resident Annual: $34 per vehicle
Non-resident daily: $9 per vehicle
Please thank the following businesses for supporting this year's race. We are very fortunate to have over 30 years of community support for this amazing race. It's probably a good time to mention that the proceeds from the race go to fund youth cross country skiing through the Superiorland Ski Club.
2026 Race Sponsors: Coming Soon
2025 Race Sponsors:
Superiorland Ski Club
Eagle Mine
Upper Peninsula Health Plan
Alpine Defense
Northern Michigan University
Superior Timing
Floline Media
South Shore Family Medicine
Closner Construction
Queen City Running
UP Holistic Health
Crappie Coffee
Lower Harbor Family Dental
Keweenaw Kitchen
Hope to see you all in 2026!
Jeni Kilpela, Race Director
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $4.72 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$66.72
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5K Run
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$40.50
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5 Mile Hike
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (9:05AM EDT)
$38.50
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1 Mile Kids Race @ South Beach
Fri 11th September 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
Free
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What an event! It was everything I expected; challenging, beautiful views, and varied terrain. The staff/volunteers were friendly and helpful, the course marked thoroughly, aid stations stocked and energetic, and the atmosphere was positive. Be prepared to run on smooth trails, through deep woods, and scramble up, up, and up, rock to some amazing views, before you descend. The last half is extreme; large roots, rocks of all shapes and sizes, slab rock and more rocks, this is what I found to be the best! The miles clicked by. Highly recommend.
Location
Little Preque Isle, CO Road 550, Marquette, 49855, MI, United States
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