Tahquamenon Falls to Falls Trail Run
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Paradise, Michigan
- Price $64.60
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the inaugural Tahquamenon Falls to Falls Trail Run on Saturday, September 20, 2025! Set in the stunning Paradise, Chippewa, this exciting 9-mile trail run invites participants to journey from the breathtaking Upper Tahquamenon Falls to the picturesque Lower Tahquamenon Falls and back. The race kicks off at 8:30 AM near the trailhead just east of the iconic Tahquamenon Brewery, where you can celebrate your accomplishment with one of their delicious meals or refreshing beverages.
As you navigate the scenic route, you'll cross the newly built pedestrian bridge, completing a unique island loop before heading back. With a participant limit of just 100 runners, this intimate event promises a friendly atmosphere filled with camaraderie. Make sure to grab your registration early, as spots are limited and will sell out quickly! Each finisher will receive a medal, and awards will be given to the top performers in various categories. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to enjoy nature, challenge yourself, and create lasting memories amidst the fall foliage!
As you navigate the scenic route, you'll cross the newly built pedestrian bridge, completing a unique island loop before heading back. With a participant limit of just 100 runners, this intimate event promises a friendly atmosphere filled with camaraderie. Make sure to grab your registration early, as spots are limited and will sell out quickly! Each finisher will receive a medal, and awards will be given to the top performers in various categories. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to enjoy nature, challenge yourself, and create lasting memories amidst the fall foliage!
Organiser's Description
Run from the beautiful Upper Tahquamenon Falls to Lower Tahquamenon Falls and back this fall. The race date/time will be Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 8:30am. Start and Finish near the trailhead just east of the Tahquamenon Brewery and enjoy one of their signature meals or beverages to celebrate after. Michigan Recreation passes are needed to enter the park and can be purchased with your yearly vehicle registration or as day passes at the entrance. This race is the first annual 9 mile trail run that will cross the new pedestrian bridge near lower falls to complete an island loop as part of the course before returning to the upper falls. Yooper Running Company will be hosting and timing the event!
PARTICIPANT LIMIT: 100 PARTICIPANTS. THIS RACE IS LIMITED TO 100 PARTICIPANTS. ONCE SOLD OUT REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE AND THERE WILL NOT BE A WAITING LIST. NO REFUNDS AVAILABLE. EVENT INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE WITH REGISTRATION.
REGISTRATION PRICES:
May-June: $60 and additional $15 T-Shirt Option
July-August: $70 and additional $15 T-Shirt Option
September: $80 and no t-shirt available
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: An early packet pickup will take place from 4-7pm on Friday, September 19, outside of the Tahquamenon Brewery underneath a pavilion on the wooden patio. Pick up your bib and t-shirt (if purchased). Additional t-shirts will be available for purchase.
GIVEAWAYS: T-Shirt Option Available with Registration ($15). All finishers will receive a medal.
OVERALL AWARDS: Top Overall Gender Male/Female, Master (40-59), and Grand Master (60+) will be awarded a custom slate, custom tumbler, and gift card to Tahquamenon Brewery.
AGE GROUP AWARDS: 1st place in the following age groups will receive a custom tumbler: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.
COURSE DETAILS: Start in between the 2 outhouses across from the main outdoor restrooms. Follow the connector trail to the nature trail. Take the nature trail towards the river and turn left to enter the NCT trail. Follow the blue blazes!! Turn right to cross the pedestrian bridge. Stay Right and complete a counter-clockwise loop around the outermost island trail and exit over the pedestrian bridge. Turn Left and head back to the upper falls. Turn right onto the nature trail and left on the connector trail towards the finish.
AID STATION: There will be one aid station located at the pedestrian bridge just before the 4 mile mark on the course. You can hit it twice as the island loop is only 1200meters, before heading back to upper falls. Water, gatorade, and snacks will be provided there. If you are injured or can not complete the course please check in with the aid station so we can coordinate an extraction from either Lower Falls or an access road from Headquarters and report your status to the race director.
AID STATION FOOD: Water, Gatorade, Swedish Fish, Fruit Snacks, Granola Bars, Cheese Sticks, Bananas, Oranges, CHOMPS Beef Jerky, Goldfish, Pickles, Little Debbie's, Uncrustables, Cheezeits.
FINISH LINE FOOD: Uncrustables, Chips, Lemonade, Water, Goldfish, Fruit Snacks, Granola Bars, Beef Jerky Sticks, Bananas, Oranges, Gatorade, Little Debbie Snacks, Pickles, and Candy
SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Falls to Falls Trail Run is a very technical trail that should not be attempted unless you are healthy and fit enough to complete 9 trail miles in at least 2.5 hours (about 16:40 mile pace). There is significant elevation changes and the trail can get slippery seasonally dependent on weather conditions. There will be a requirement to run with a cellular device in case of emergency. The aid station located near the pedestrian bridge and the finish line will have participant lists with your emergency contacts in case you can not safely complete the course. A full safety plan will be sent out to your emails a few days before race day.
PARTICIPANT LIMIT: 100 PARTICIPANTS. THIS RACE IS LIMITED TO 100 PARTICIPANTS. ONCE SOLD OUT REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE AND THERE WILL NOT BE A WAITING LIST. NO REFUNDS AVAILABLE. EVENT INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE WITH REGISTRATION.
REGISTRATION PRICES:
May-June: $60 and additional $15 T-Shirt Option
July-August: $70 and additional $15 T-Shirt Option
September: $80 and no t-shirt available
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: An early packet pickup will take place from 4-7pm on Friday, September 19, outside of the Tahquamenon Brewery underneath a pavilion on the wooden patio. Pick up your bib and t-shirt (if purchased). Additional t-shirts will be available for purchase.
GIVEAWAYS: T-Shirt Option Available with Registration ($15). All finishers will receive a medal.
OVERALL AWARDS: Top Overall Gender Male/Female, Master (40-59), and Grand Master (60+) will be awarded a custom slate, custom tumbler, and gift card to Tahquamenon Brewery.
AGE GROUP AWARDS: 1st place in the following age groups will receive a custom tumbler: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.
COURSE DETAILS: Start in between the 2 outhouses across from the main outdoor restrooms. Follow the connector trail to the nature trail. Take the nature trail towards the river and turn left to enter the NCT trail. Follow the blue blazes!! Turn right to cross the pedestrian bridge. Stay Right and complete a counter-clockwise loop around the outermost island trail and exit over the pedestrian bridge. Turn Left and head back to the upper falls. Turn right onto the nature trail and left on the connector trail towards the finish.
AID STATION: There will be one aid station located at the pedestrian bridge just before the 4 mile mark on the course. You can hit it twice as the island loop is only 1200meters, before heading back to upper falls. Water, gatorade, and snacks will be provided there. If you are injured or can not complete the course please check in with the aid station so we can coordinate an extraction from either Lower Falls or an access road from Headquarters and report your status to the race director.
AID STATION FOOD: Water, Gatorade, Swedish Fish, Fruit Snacks, Granola Bars, Cheese Sticks, Bananas, Oranges, CHOMPS Beef Jerky, Goldfish, Pickles, Little Debbie's, Uncrustables, Cheezeits.
FINISH LINE FOOD: Uncrustables, Chips, Lemonade, Water, Goldfish, Fruit Snacks, Granola Bars, Beef Jerky Sticks, Bananas, Oranges, Gatorade, Little Debbie Snacks, Pickles, and Candy
SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Falls to Falls Trail Run is a very technical trail that should not be attempted unless you are healthy and fit enough to complete 9 trail miles in at least 2.5 hours (about 16:40 mile pace). There is significant elevation changes and the trail can get slippery seasonally dependent on weather conditions. There will be a requirement to run with a cellular device in case of emergency. The aid station located near the pedestrian bridge and the finish line will have participant lists with your emergency contacts in case you can not safely complete the course. A full safety plan will be sent out to your emails a few days before race day.
Tahquamenon Falls to Falls Trail Run
