Ski North Ultra

Ski North Ultra

Ski North Ultra is an ultra-distance classic cross-country ski event along the North Shore of Lake Superior near Lutsen, MN. The event offers two distances:

• 100K, classic only, advanced course, three out-and-around loops
• 38K, classic only, intermediate trails

Courses follow the Norpine, Cascade River State Park and Bally Creek trail systems and use a mix of double-track and single-track ski trails. Trails can be narrow, include sharp turns, and have two-way traffic. Terrain along Lake Superior includes long climbs that can take 20 to 30 minutes and higher speed descents. March snow conditions may vary. Organizers describe the event as more of an adventure than a race.

Start and finish are located in Cascade River State Park. The 100K route goes in and out of the start/finish area twice for three out-and-around loops. Aid stations staffed by volunteers provide food and fuel roughly every 10 to 15 km; participants should expect to carry personal beverage containers. There will be first aid, medical volunteers, sweepers and radio communication at aid stations, but cell service is limited away from the lake.

A 12 hour cut-off applies to the 100K. All racers should have a Great Minnesota Ski Pass for access to state park and state forest ski trails and a state park parking pass if parking inside Cascade River State Park. The event operates under a special use permit on the Superior National Forest. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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