Minnesota Voyageur Trail Ultramarathon
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Minnesota Voyageur Trail Ultramarathon
Founded in 1982, the Minnesota Voyageur is a 50 mile trail ultramarathon that follows an out and back route from Carlton, Minnesota through Jay Cooke State Park toward Duluth and back to the start. The course is primarily rugged woodland singletrack with roots, rocks, and varied terrain. Runners pass scenic overlooks of Lake Superior and cross the Swinging Bridge over the dalles of the St. Louis River.
The course data lists about 5,000 ft of cumulative ascent and 5,000 ft of descent. Aid stations are sited regularly along the route and vary in crew access; some stations are crew and drop bag accessible while others do not allow crew or spectators. The Hwy 210 and Peterson’s stations are designated no crew/no spectator locations. Cutoffs are enforced at aid stations and runners must complete the course within a 14 hour limit.
Aid station offerings include water, electrolyte drink, sodas, fruit, cookies, potato chips, and other sweet and salty options. The race is cupless; paper cups are not provided. Organizers do not supply electrolyte supplement capsules and strongly recommend runners carry their own hydration and nutrition between aid stations. Drop bags must be labeled with name and race number at check-in and will be delivered to designated stations and returned to the finish.
Start and finish locations are at Carlton High School, 405 School Ave, Carlton, MN. Parking is available in school lots and on surrounding streets, and there are approach cautions at the finish area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
