Superior Fall Trail Race

Trail Running covering 42.2 km to 160.9 km with up to 6,935 m D+ in Lutsen (Minnesota, United States)

Location

Lutsen, Minnesota, United StatesShow on map(47.6469° N, 90.6748° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

First edition1991

Elevation gainUp to +6,935 m

Superior Fall Trail Race is an endurance sporting event in Lutsen, Minnesota, US focused on Trail Running. First held in 1991, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, High Altitude, Nature & Off-Road, Forest.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including 100 Mile (160.93 km, +6,935 m D+), 50 Mile (80.47 km, +2,915 m D+), and 42 Km (42.16 km, +1,450 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (superiorfalltrailrace.com).

Official website

Superior Fall Trail Race in Lutsen (Work: "Priest Mountain", Photo: Wickedender, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Priest Mountain" · Photo: **Wickedender** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

Mountain High Altitude Nature & Off-Road Forest Multi-Day

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
100 Mile	Trail Running	160.93 km	+6,935 m	1,150 m - 4,063 m	Loop course	Route & profile
50 Mile	Trail Running	80.47 km	+2,915 m	1,153 m - 2,377 m	Loop course	Route & profile
42 Km	Trail Running	42.16 km	+1,450 m	1,156 m - 1,765 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

160.93 km

Elevation gain

+6,935 m D+

Elevation loss

-6,935 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 4,063 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

8.6 % / 15.5 %

Course format

Loop course

160.93 km+6,935 m D+Peak 4,063 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 4,063 m above sea level (+6,935 m D+, -6,935 m D-)

Peak: 4,063 m·at 53.4 km·Ø 8.6 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Superior Fall Trail Race take place?

Superior Fall Trail Race takes place in Lutsen, Minnesota, US (start area at coordinates 47.6469° N, 90.6748° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Superior Fall Trail Race?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including 100 Mile (160.93 km, +6,935 m D+), 50 Mile (80.47 km, +2,915 m D+), and 42 Km (42.16 km, +1,450 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Superior Fall Trail Race?

The main competition (100 Mile over 160.93 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +6,935 m of elevation gain and -6,935 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 4,063 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Superior Fall Trail Race?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (superiorfalltrailrace.com).