Race Information

Pre-registration is required! We are unable to offer race-day registration.

Distances: 5k, 10k, 21k, 30k, and 43k "Ultra" events, all starting Saturday, July 19th at 6:00 am.
The 21k, 30k, and 43k events qualify for the 2025 UMTR Race Series!

Cupless Event: To reduce our environmental impact, this race is cupless. Please bring your reusable cup, refillable water bottle, or hydration gear. Silicone cups will also be available for purchase at check-in.

Course Overview

The race takes place at Briggs Outdoors, offering steep climbs, expansive prairies, and shaded single-track trails through the unique bluffs of Southeast Minnesota's Driftless Region.

The 10k+ loop will take you up two epic bluff climbs, a scenic valley, and a crossing of Cedar Creek. This hidden gem is the most unique race in the series since it is held on private land and the route only exists for this race!

Multiple loops of this 10k+ course will get you to 21k, 30k, and 43k distance.

Our 5k course will challenge you with one of the epic bluff climbs and plenty of fast double and single-track valleys.

Friday, July 18th

5:00 pm - 7:30 pm: Packet Pickup. Wood-fired pizzas will be available for purchase. Enjoy a pre-race meal and time to relax!

Friday Night Camping:

Camping is available Friday night for $10. Tents and small teardrop campers are welcome (no hook-ups).

Saturday, July 19th

5:00 am - 8:30 am: Packet Pickup
6:00 am: 43k start
7:00 am: 30k start
8:00 am: 21k start
8:30 am: 10k & 5k start
10:00 am - 2:00 pm: Enjoy live music from The Bootleggers!

All-day

Refuel with options like wood-fired pizzas, burger baskets, and more. Spectators can enjoy games, music, and wood-fired pizzas for purchase.

Post-Race Activities

Refuel with options like wood-fired pizzas, burger baskets, and more.

No Cutoffs:

Everyone’s a finisher! We’ll cheer the last racer just as we do the first.
Please review the FAQs to ensure you understand event policies before completing your registration. FAQs are also available at checkout.

Our Mission

Storm Sporting Events is a non-profit focused on health, wellness, and raising awareness for youth mental health through inclusive events. Proceeds and donations from this race support youth mental health programs at Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center.