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Grandma's Marathon
Duluth, United States
June 18, 2027 to June 19, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+3
USRunning Territory & Spot
Running Races at Lake Superior
12 verified events (1 confirmed dates) and 34 races in Lake Superior with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events121 confirmed dates
Competitions34Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 160.9 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,935 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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The Paavo Nurmi Marathon
Hurley, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
Kids & Youth RacesNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
The Marquette Trail 50
Marquette, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
80.47 km50 km5 km1.61 km
ForestNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Ken Lund from Reno, Nevada, USA · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Grand Island Trail Run
Munising, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
50 km42 km21 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Famartin · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Summit North Trail Runs
Duluth, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21 km12.88 km5 km
High AltitudeMountain+2
Photo: Sergey Pesterev · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Kakabeka Falls Half Marathon
Kakabeka Falls, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
Nature & Off-RoadLakes & Ponds+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Marquette Marathon
Marquette, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
Point-to-PointCity Run+2
Photo: Wickedender · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Superior Fall Trail Race
Lutsen, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160.93 km80.47 km42.16 km
MountainHigh Altitude+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2027 - Jun 19, 2027 | Grandma's Marathon | Duluth, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | The Paavo Nurmi Marathon | Hurley, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | The Marquette Trail 50 | Marquette, Michigan, US | Trail Running | 80.47 km50 km5 km1.61 km |
| Date to be announced | Grand Island Trail Run | Munising, Michigan, US | Trail Running | 50 km42 km21 km |
| Date to be announced | Summit North Trail Runs | Duluth, Minnesota, US | Trail Running | 21 km12.88 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Kakabeka Falls Half Marathon | Kakabeka Falls, Ontario, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Date to be announced | Marquette Marathon | Marquette, Michigan, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Superior Fall Trail Race | Lutsen, Minnesota, US | Trail Running | 160.93 km80.47 km42.16 km |
| Date to be announced | Madeline Island Marathon | La Pointe, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Semi marathon de queen city | Marquette, Michigan, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Tahqua Trail Runs | Paradise, Michigan, US | Trail Running | 25 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | NorthShore Inline Marathon and Skate Fest | Duluth, Minnesota, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Lake Superior (United States, Michigan) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 34 individual races, including 1 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running and Trail Running. Key host locations include Duluth, Hurley, Marquette, and Munising. Notable events in the selection include Grandma's Marathon, The Paavo Nurmi Marathon, and The Marquette Trail 50.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 160.9 km, reaching up to +6,935 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Lake Superior includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Lake Superior?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 34 individual races in Lake Superior. A total of 1 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Grandma's Marathon, The Paavo Nurmi Marathon, and The Marquette Trail 50.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Lake Superior?
Events in Lake Superior focus on Road Running and Trail Running. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 160.9 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Duluth, Hurley, Marquette, and Munising.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Lake Superior?
The most selective courses in Lake Superior climb up to +6,935 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Lake Superior?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.