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Pike Lake Races

Pike Lake Races

Race Date

May 16, 2026

Location

Duluth, MN

Standout63

The Experience

Get ready for the ultimate summer running experience at the Pike Lake Races presented by Cirrus—where the miles are epic, the party is electric, and the lakeside vibes are totally worth it. Whether you’re lining up for your first 5K, gunning for a PR, or getting a solid tune-up for your marathon goals, this event has it all. Just minutes from Duluth, Pike Lake delivers rolling hills, unbeatable views, and a finish line celebration straight out of your favorite summer memories. Think sunshine, lake breeze, high-fives all around, and a beachfront bash with food, music, and fun to keep the good times rolling.

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Elevation Gain

0'

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

3.1 Miles6.2 Miles

Quality Score

Standout63
Methodology
Heritage12/20

6 years running

Size11/15

~143 finishers a year

Momentum0/5

shrinking

Loyalty18/20

18% returning runners

Course & details6/15

2 timing sources · 5 photos

National draw5/10

runners from 7 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:15:15

Weather8/10

typical high 64°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

46°

Afternoon (High)

64°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.1"

Precipitation

13 mph

Wind

67%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 969 finishers actually crossed the line across 6 years.

Most recent

2026

Total finishers

969

Median time

1:58:54

Latest turnout

123

States

24

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:10p50 median ≈ 2:003:30

Turnout by year

20212026

'21'22'23'24'25'26
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Race Photos

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