trail loppet, the urban half marathon trail run
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The City of Lakes Trail Loppet is one of the most unique and interesting running events in the Twin Cities. The Trail Loppet:

  • Runs through two cities
  • Along a meandering creek
  • Near the Quaking Bog
  • Through Basset Creek and Theodore Wirth Park
  • Past the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden
  • On the Norm Oakvik Trails
  • Past two lakes
  • Over five bridges
  • Under four bridges, including a major highway
  • Near a major golf course
  • Past an Historic Chalet
  • Includes miles of beautiful trails...
  • And it is all within a few miles of downtown Minneapolis

Race Info

Schedule

Awards

Support: There will be three water stops: at 6 miles, 9 miles and 11 miles

Transportation Incentive:  Bicycle, walk/run or take the bus to and from the event and receive a free brat and soda after the Trail Loppet. Bicycle corral provided. 

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