Minnesota Voyageur Trail Ultramarathon
- Date Sat 25th July 2026
- Time 6:00AM CDT
- Location Carlton, Minnesota
- Price $80.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Minnesota Voyageur Trail Ultramarathon, taking place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in the picturesque town of Carlton, Minnesota. This iconic 50-mile ultramarathon has been thrilling trail runners since 1982, making it one of the oldest trail ultras in the nation. The race features a challenging out-and-back course that winds through the breathtaking landscapes of Jay Cooke State Park, taking participants from Carlton to the scenic city of Duluth and back. Runners will face a total ascent and descent of 5,000 feet, navigating rugged woodland trails while soaking in stunning views of Lake Superior and crossing the famous Swinging Bridge over the St. Louis River.
Weather conditions for the Minnesota Voyageur can be unpredictable, ranging from hot and humid to cool and rainy, so be prepared for anything! New in 2026, the race will start and finish at the Carlton Munger Trailhead, enhancing the overall experience for participants. Don't miss out on the opportunity to be part of this exhilarating event—register by July 4 to guarantee your official t-shirt. Join fellow trail enthusiasts for a day filled with camaraderie, challenge, and the beauty of Minnesota's great outdoors!
Weather conditions for the Minnesota Voyageur can be unpredictable, ranging from hot and humid to cool and rainy, so be prepared for anything! New in 2026, the race will start and finish at the Carlton Munger Trailhead, enhancing the overall experience for participants. Don't miss out on the opportunity to be part of this exhilarating event—register by July 4 to guarantee your official t-shirt. Join fellow trail enthusiasts for a day filled with camaraderie, challenge, and the beauty of Minnesota's great outdoors!
Organiser's Description
Minnesota Voyageur Trail Ultramarathon
Date: 25 July 2026
Distance: 50 mi
Start/finish: Carlton, MN (Turnaround: Duluth, MN)
Ascent: 5,000 ft
Descent: 5,000 ft
T-shirt deadline
Register before July 4 to guarantee a t-shirt.
Overview
Founded in 1982, the Minnesota Voyageur 50 Mile Trail Ultramarathon is one of the oldest trail ultras in the nation. The race follows a rugged, varied, out-and-back course that takes runners on a journey from Carlton, MN, through Jay Cooke State Park, and heads northeast over difficult, rough woodland trails to Duluth, MNand back. Enjoy scenic overlooks of Lake Superior and cross the iconic Swinging Bridge over the dalles of the St. Louis River.
Weather for the Minnesota Voyageur can be extreme. There have been several years when it was hot and humidincluding 2003 when it was brutally hot with 90 percent humidity. In other years it has been cool, in the mid-50s, and wet. Plan for everything except snowat least not so far!
(!) New in 2026:
The race start/finish has moved to the Carlton Munger Trailhead, which we have long used for the Curnow Marathon.
The turnaround has moved further into Fairmount Park, to ensure the course runs a full 50 mi.
Date: 25 July 2026
Distance: 50 mi
Start/finish: Carlton, MN (Turnaround: Duluth, MN)
Ascent: 5,000 ft
Descent: 5,000 ft
T-shirt deadline
Register before July 4 to guarantee a t-shirt.
Overview
Founded in 1982, the Minnesota Voyageur 50 Mile Trail Ultramarathon is one of the oldest trail ultras in the nation. The race follows a rugged, varied, out-and-back course that takes runners on a journey from Carlton, MN, through Jay Cooke State Park, and heads northeast over difficult, rough woodland trails to Duluth, MNand back. Enjoy scenic overlooks of Lake Superior and cross the iconic Swinging Bridge over the dalles of the St. Louis River.
Weather for the Minnesota Voyageur can be extreme. There have been several years when it was hot and humidincluding 2003 when it was brutally hot with 90 percent humidity. In other years it has been cool, in the mid-50s, and wet. Plan for everything except snowat least not so far!
(!) New in 2026:
The race start/finish has moved to the Carlton Munger Trailhead, which we have long used for the Curnow Marathon.
The turnaround has moved further into Fairmount Park, to ensure the course runs a full 50 mi.
Races
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50 Mile Run
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th July 2026 (6:00AM CDT)
$80.50
CLOSED
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