North Country Trail Run
The North Country Trail Run is a premier trail race series with a long-standing tradition.
Race Date
Aug 30, 2026
Location
Manistee, MI
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, August 30, 2026
- Location
- Manistee, Michigan
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50M, 26.2M
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The North Country Trail Run, first held in 1999, has grown into a significant event in the trail running community. Now in its 27th year, it draws participants from across the nation, establishing itself as a top trail run in the United States.
The series offers a range of distances, including 50-mile, 50K, marathon, and half marathon events, making it accessible to a wide spectrum of runners. The race is known for its substantial finisher medals and has been recognized for its overall quality, attracting a steady field of participants year after year.
Race-provided description
Skip to content North Country Trail Run 50 Mile Ultra Marathon | 50K Ultra Marathon | 26.2 Mile Marathon | 13.1 Mile Half Marathon August 29th and 30th, 2026 Registration is NOW CLOSED for the 27th North Country Trail Run. The North Country Trail Run is one of the top trail runs in the United States. Home of the largest half marathon and ultra-marathon, as well as the 3rd largest marathon finisher medals in the country. Registration is now CLOSED Home 2026 North Country Trail Run Registration Course Bib Lookup Post Race FAQ/Updates FAQ Updates Ambassadors Results & Photos Lodging/Travel 2026 Registration is CLOSED The 27th of the North Country Trail Run will be August 29th and 30th, 2026. Registration is CLOSED for this year's race. A Wait List option will be available soon for one of
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Forest
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 73°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
61°
Afternoon (High)
73°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
78%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the North Country Trail Run?
The North Country Trail Run is held on Sunday, August 30, 2026.
Where does the North Country Trail Run take place?
It takes place in Manistee, Michigan.
What distances does the North Country Trail Run offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50M, 26.2M.
Is the North Country Trail Run course flat and good for a PR?
The North Country Trail Run is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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