Summit North Trail Run

AUG
14-15
2026
Summit North Trail Runs brings a weekend of rugged trail racing to Spirit Mountain in Duluth on August 14 and 15, 2026. Multiple distances from a 5K to half marathon plus kids races tackle steep climbs, winding singletrack and Ely's Tunnel.
14-15 Aug 2026
13 miles 8 miles 5 kilometers

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Event overview

Summit North Trail Runs takes place August 14–15, 2026 in Duluth, Minnesota. The event spans multiple trail races over a Friday-to-Saturday weekend and is organized under the Summit North Trail Runs name. Courses are described as running on West Duluth trails and include rugged climbs and winding forest singletrack.

Races

  • Hill Climb & Descent
  • Mountain Lap 5K
  • The Creeks ~8 Mile
  • Forest Track Heavy Half Marathon
  • Kids Trail Run

Location and course details

The event base is listed as Grand Avenue Chalet, Spirit Mountain, Duluth, MN 55808. The Forest Track course includes a plunge through Ely’s Tunnel. Each race is presented as a separate competition within the overall Summit North Trail Runs weekend. The organizer and event pages identify partners and supporting organizations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

13 mi
Forest Track Heavy Half Marathon
8 mi
The Creeks 8-Mile
5 km
Mountain Lap 5k
Kids Trail Run
Hill Climb & Descent