A brutally technical trail marathon above Lake Superior — no qualifier needed
A 26.2-mile point-to-point trail marathon on the Superior Hiking Trail from Cramer Road near Schroeder to Caribou Highlands Lodge in Lutsen. The course is 98% technical singletrack with 4,050 feet of elevation gain and only 3 aid stations — a demanding experience despite the marathon distance. No qualifying standard is required, making it the most accessible entry point to the Superior Trail Race experience. The generous 14-hour cutoff reflects just how rugged this course truly is compared to a road marathon.
Some ultra experience recommended
Lutsen, MN, United StatesSeptember 11, 2027
Moose Mountain Marathon is a point-to-point trail race in Lutsen, MN, United States, held on September 11, 2027. The course covers 26.2 miles, climbs 4,050 ft, and has a 14h cutoff.
Registration conducted via a 15-day lottery period (January 1-15). No waiting list maintained. No refunds, transfers, or distance switches. No qualifier required.
Challenging terrain with rocks, roots, and steep grades
| Location | Mile | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew | Drop bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cramer Road Start | 0.0 | 1,283 ft | — | Crew | Drop Bags |
Temperance Aid Station | 7.8 | 837 ft | 8h4:00 PM | Drop Bags | |
Sawbill Aid Station | 13.2 | 1,211 ft | 9h40m5:40 PM | Crew | Drop Bags |
Oberg Aid Station | 18.7 | 1,220 ft | 11h10m7:10 PM | Crew | Drop Bags |
Caribou Highlands Finish | 26.2 | 1,178 ft | 14h10:00 PM | Crew |
Sign in for race-day weather at every station, points of interest, segment-by-segment analysis, pacing, and to save this race to your calendar.
No on-site camping at race HQ (Caribou Highlands Lodge). Numerous state park and private campgrounds are available along the North Shore corridor between Two Harbors and Grand Marais, including Gooseberry Falls State Park, Tettegouche State Park, Temperance River State Park, and Cascade River State Park.
Early September in Northern Minnesota brings variable conditions. The average high is 65°F (18°C) and average low is 47°F (8°C), with temperatures potentially ranging from mid-30s to mid-80s. Rain is common. Slower marathon runners should carry headlamps as sunset is around 7:30 PM and the cutoff extends to 10:00 PM.
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