Minnesota Voyageur 50 Mile Trail Ultramarathon
Carlton, Minnesota, United States
Jul 25, 2026 - Saturday
50mi, Ultra
Race Information
Founded in 1982, the Minnesota Voyageur 50 Mile Trail Ultramarathon is one of the oldest trail ultras in the nation. The race follows a rugged, varied, out-and-back course that takes runners on a journey from Carlton, MN through Jay Cooke State Park and heads northeast over difficult, rough woodland trails to Duluth, MN, and back. Enjoy scenic overlooks of Duluth, MN, and Lake Superior, the iconic Swinging Bridge over the St. Louis River, and the infamous Power Lines.
The start, finish, and all race day festivities will be at Carlton High School. The weather for the MN Voyageur can be extreme. There have been several years when it was hot and humid, including 2003 when it was brutally hot with 90% humidity. In other years it has been cool, in the mid-50s, and wet. Plan for everything except snow – at least not so far!!
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Run Pick of the Month - Stillwater Half Marathon
Looking for a race that offers more than just miles? Take a tour of Minnesota’s finest paved trails before experiencing the Victorian charm of Stillwater this May.
After winding through the woods on the Gateway and Brown’s Creek Trails, you’ll finish your race at Pioneer Park. High above the river, this finish line offers a panoramic backdrop of the St. Croix Valley that you won’t find anywhere else.
Post-race, Stillwater is the perfect place to relax and recover while looking down on the historic lift bridge and downtown.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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