Trail Mix Race (MN)

Trail Mix Race Minnesota is a favorite first run of the season for many trail runners. It’s also one of the oldest. The course offers rolling hills, scenic wetlands, prairies and big woods landscapes in one of west metro’s premier parks.

Mix it up in the racer village with DJ-mixed tunes, hot broth and of course – trail mix! The Trail Mix Race has four distances available, from the first-time trail racer, to the most experienced of ultra-trail runners. The 12.5K loop course is primarily an equestrian trail consisting of mowed grass and dirt. Depending on conditions, it is very suitable for a first-time ultra-trail run.

Spring in Minnesota can bring just about anything: sun, rain, mud, snow, ice — we’ve seen it all! Please prepare accordingly. For runner safety, the course may be altered due to trail conditions.  The course follows the equestrian trails of Lake Rebecca Park Reserve and offers a variety of scenery. The trail surface is packed dirt and grass. There are several moderately difficult hills within the route, with limited roots and rocks. Lower areas and those in dense woods may have mud or standing water of a few inches. Like any trail, runners should take extra care with their foot placement during the race.

The 50K race is four laps, the 25K is two laps and the 12.5K is one lap. The 6K course will be two laps and is partially run on its own course. Lap split times will be available. All 50K runners must begin their final lap by 2:00 PM.  Runners behind this schedule will be pulled from the course and not allowed to continue. Timing and post-race food will be available for all runners who start their final lap by 2:00 PM regardless of finishing time.