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Tahqua Trail Run

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Last Updated: 16 November 2024

Tahqua Trail Run 25K & 10K Tahquamenon Falls State Park Paradise, Michigan August 9, 2025

"Thank you so much for a fantastic experience.  I have been wanting to run/hike more of the North Country Trail and this gave me the opportunity.  It was such a beautiful race.  The signage was perfect, volunteers most helpful and energetic, a very well organized race.  I am looking forward to doing more Great Lakes Endurance races. " 

Terri Veldman (70+ age group winner!!!)

Although this is the first race of its kind I've ever done, I cannot imagine there could be a more spectacular course anywhere in the world. We came as a family, with the kids running the 10k and adults the 25k. We will be back next year. Absolutely loved the first nine miles and am planning for how to train better for the last six. The kids had a blast. They are experienced x-country competitors and this race added a dimension of excitement that has them "hooked" on trail running."

-EMS XC Team

2025 Tahqua Trail Run Event Schedule

Event	Day & Date	Location	Start Time	Registration
25K	Saturday, 8/9/2025	Tahqua Trail Road, 4.3 Miles west of M-123	8:00 a.m.
10K	Saturday, 8/9/2025	Lower Tahquamenon Falls	8:45 a.m.

Registration

Opens November 23, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.
Deadline: 8:00 p.m., August 9, 2025 or when the event reaches capacity.  *Register by July 20 to guarantee a t-shirt.
Total Participant Limit: 250 (25K & 10K combined). Per permit agreement.

Packet Pick-Up

Where: Magnuson Grand Hotel Lakefront, 8112 N. M-123, Paradise, MI 49768
When: Friday, August 8, 3:00PM to 8:00PM If you are not able to make it to packet pick up (and your waiver is signed) someone else may pick up your packet for you.  Or email the race director (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) prior to packet pick up to make other arrangements.  

Travel & Lodging

Nearest Airport: Chippewa County International Airport, approximately 60 minutes away.
Camping at Tahquamenon Falls State Park: (906) 492-3415
Camping Reservations at Tahquamenon Falls State Park
Host Hotel: Magnuson Grand Hotel Lakefront (906) 492-3770
Lodging & Camping Info: (906) 492-3219
Tourism Website: www.paradisemichigan.org

Events

25 Km

The course begins on the Tahqua Trail 4.3 miles west of Whitefish Bay in eastern Lake Superior. Runners follow a dirt forest road along the Tahquamenon River for one half mile until they reach the North Country Trail (NCT).  The single track NCT winds through spruce swale, pine ridges, lush bogs, Jack Pine savannah, and past the Camp 10 and Water Tank lakes, where the occasional moose can be spotted.  Runners reach Lower Tahquamenon Falls nine and a half miles into the race. The NCT then transitions into the heavily forested Lower Falls trails. One mile later the course merges with the River Trail which travels along the Tahquamenon River. The River Trail features old growth hemlock and yellow birch.   Runners hear the roar of the Upper Falls encouraging a strong finish near the top of the second largest waterfall east of the Mississippi. Runners are bused to start from your choice of the Upper Falls Parking Lot (Finish Area) or downtown Paradise (at the Whitefish Township School). Bus schedule will be available two weeks before the race. Aid stations stocked with cold water, cold Gnarly Hydrate, Hammer Gel , Fizz and Endurolytes are located at 3.5 and 9.5 miles. Runners are required to carry a 20 oz water bottle or other functional hydration system which can be refilled at each station with water or Gnarly Hydrate.  Volunteers with pitchers will quickly refill your water bottle or hydration system with the fluid of your choice. 

Start: 8:00 AM. Saturday, August 9, Tahqua Road, 4.3 miles west of Whitefish Bay.

Map  

10 Km

Runners begin at the Lower Tahquamenon Falls, in the grassy area behind the gift shop. After a 1.7 mile loop up into the forested highlands above the falls the course descends and joins the River Trail as it winds along the banks of the Tahquamenon River.  The trail is shaded by old growth hemlock, yellow birch, and dense stands of sugar maple.  The course finishes on the trail above the Upper Tahquamenon Falls. Runners bused to the start from your choice of the Upper Falls Parking Lot (Finish Area) or downtown Paradise (at the Whitefish Township School). Bus schedule will be available two weeks before the race. Due to the remote nature of the River Trail, runners must be self supported by carrying a 20 oz water bottle or other functional hydration system.
Start: 8:45 AM. Saturday, August 9, Behind the Lower Tahquamenon Falls Gift Shop.

Map  

Bus Schedule

Please review the bus schedule for transportation to the race start.

Bus Schedule

Race Fees

Race fees include:

1. Bus transportation to 25K and 10K start.
2. Custom race t-shirt by deadline.
3. Post race refreshments. 

2025 Tahqua Trail Run Fee Schedule

Event	Until 11:00 p.m. March 22, 2025	Until 11:00 p.m. May 22, 2025	Until 8:00 p.m. August 8, 2025
25K	$80	$85	$90
10K	$50	$55	$60

Refund & Transfer Policy

Refunds:  There are no refunds.  However,  Active.com offers entry fee insurance.

Participant transfers: You may transfer your entry to another person for a $10 transfer fee.  You can manage your transfer using your Active.com account. 

Distance changes: You can change your race distances by using your Active.com account.  However, there are no refunds for entry fee differences between events.

Awards

Event	Top Three in Each Age Group
25K	Stainless steel pint with laser engraved GLE turtle logo
10K

Age Groups

Event	Age Groups
25K	15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
10K	12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Dogs

Dogs are allowed in the start/finish area but not on the race course.  Please pick up animal waste.