NCTRaces: Palmers

JUL
18
2026
Head to the Wisconsin Northwoods for NCTRaces: Palmers, a low-key trail event on the North Country Trail. Choose from a 5K, half marathon, marathon, or a unique 50/50 Mystery Ultra where the distance is a surprise. The out-and-back courses start and finish by Lake St. Croix.
Sat 18 Jul 2026
Marathon Half Marathon 5 kilometers

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NCTRaces: Palmers

NCTRaces: Palmers is a running event in the Wisconsin Northwoods. It is described as a low-key, locally run event. All races take place on the North Country Trail and feature a course through woods and hills.

The event features four out-and-back style races:

  • 50/50 Mystery Ultra (between 50k and 50 mile)
  • Marathon
  • 1/2 Marathon
  • 5K

The start and finish area is on Lake St. Croix. For the 50/50 Mystery Ultra, runners will not know the exact distance until they reach a specific turn-around aid station on the course. There is a participant limit of 50 runners for each distance.

Registration for the event closes on the Thursday before the race day. Further information is available on the organizer's website. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
1/2 Marathon
5 km
50/50 Mystery Ultra