Lost in the Woods - Nicollet
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Lost In The Woods : Nicollet, MN
Lost In The Woods is an off trail 25 mile race held in Nicollet, Minnesota on June 5, 2027. Organizers describe the event as in the style of The Barkley Marathons and note it is less mountainous. The format uses repeated loops and navigation rather than a marked course.
The course lies entirely inside the Swan Lake Wildlife Management Area North Star Unit. Most running is off trail or on deer trails. Each loop is exactly 5.00 miles with a net elevation gain of 0 feet per loop. Runners cross a creek twice each loop and should expect wet crossings, downed trees, grass, rocks, underbrush, burning nettle, thorny plants, and ticks. There are some hills, but none are large. Participants are advised to wear clothing that covers the skin; goggles are optional.
Organizers will send a map and course directions the day before the race. The course will not be marked on the ground, so participants should bring a compass and know how to use it. During each loop, runners locate hidden books and tear out a page that matches their bib number. Finishing a loop under the time cutoff with all pages allows a runner to continue; five loops completed under the cutoffs are required for an official finish. Completing only one loop is permitted.
Registration closes Wed, Jun 2 at 11:59 PM CT. Entry fee is USD 33.50. There are no refunds. Runners under 18 must obtain permission from the organizers before registering; organizers may refuse minor registrations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
