Duluth, MN | Friday, August 7, 2026Registration Open
Welcome to the Summit North. This is the best of trail running in the Midwest, where rugged terrain meets vibrant community. Held on the iconic trails of West Duluth, we're creating an unforgettable running experience on iconic trails with rad people. With thoughtfully crafted courses, you’ll navigate rugged climbs and winding forest singletrack, including the legendary plunge through Ely’s Tunnel (in the Forest Track). Choose from four race distances: The Creeks ~8 Mile, Forest Track Heavy Half and Mountain Lap 5K. Start the weekend off with a test in the Hill Climb-Descent on Friday Night. Each race designed to challenge and inspire. We can’t wait to share the trails with you this August!
Available Distances
Registration & Pricing
Distance
Price
Opens
Closes
13.7 Miles
$58.49
Mar 31
Jul 1
$63.21
Jul 1
Aug 7
3.2 Miles
$32.08
Mar 31
Jul 1
$41.51
Jul 1
Aug 7
8.5 Miles
$48.11
Mar 31
Jul 1
$55.66
Jul 1
Aug 7
1.5 Miles
$16.98
Mar 31
Aug 7
2K
$0.00
Past Results
2 Miles
Year
Finishers
Median Time
Fastest Time
2025
30
48:42
28:42
5K
Year
Finishers
Median Time
Fastest Time
2024
26
44:12
33:01
5 Miles
Year
Finishers
Median Time
Fastest Time
2025
58
1:46:54
1:15:26
2024
Interested in this race?
Mar 31
Aug 8
1 Miles
$20.00
Apr 7
Aug 23
3.1 Miles
$39.00
Apr 7
Aug 1
$45.00
Aug 1
Aug 24
8 Miles
$52.00
Apr 7
Jun 3
$56.00
Jun 3
Aug 1
$62.00
Aug 1
Aug 24
Kids Trail Adventure (Ages 7-12)
$0.00
Apr 7
Aug 24
Guided Hike (Beginner)
$0.00
Apr 7
Aug 25
Guided Hike (Intermediate)
$0.00
Apr 7
Aug 25
Getting Here & Parking
Summit North Trail Runs are held at Spirit Mountain Grand Avenue Chalet (8551 Grand Ave. Duluth, MN 55808) about 8 miles (15-minute drive) southwest of downtown Duluth. Accommodations: A number of hotels are within a short drive of Spirit Mountain. Parking: You will enter the chalet area via Grand Avenue. Enter and turn right- DO NOT block the accessible parking spaces or the chalet entrance. Please reserve the paved lot for accessible spaces & families. Park in the gravel lot if there are a