Mainly Marathons Summer Camp Series
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Mainly Marathons Summer Camp Series : July 18-22, 2026
The Mainly Marathons Summer Camp is a five-day race series held July 18-22, 2026 at multiple parks in central Minnesota. Each day features a different loop course with signage and a central aid station setup that supplies water, sports drink, coffee, fruit, sandwiches and other items. The event uses multi-loop courses with generous on-course support and a stated no runner left behind policy; walkers and single strollers are permitted while pets are not allowed.
Daily locations and some course details:
- Day 1: Bend in the River Regional Park, Rice - crushed rock, moderate shade, ~15 ft elevation gain per lap.
- Day 2: Sauk Rapids Municipal Park, Sauk Rapids - smooth asphalt, moderate shade, ~20 ft elevation gain per lap.
- Day 3: River Bluffs Regional Park, St. Cloud - smooth asphalt with intermittent shade.
- Day 4 and Day 5: Quarry Park and Nature Preserve, Waite Park - crushed rock and packed dirt, small hills, Day 5 includes a ~200 ft floating wood bridge and ~48 ft elevation gain per lap.
Off-course details include online and mail-in registration options, plus day-of registration. Entry fees vary by registration date; example prices range from $120 to $165 for the full marathon and $130 to $175 for the 50K. Entry fees are non-refundable and not transferable. A post-series celebration with free food and drinks follows the final race; attendees are encouraged to arrange safe transportation if consuming alcohol. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
