Birkie Trail Run Festival Debuts New Venue and Virtual Option

The annual Birkie Trail Run Festival the weekend of September 26 and 27 features the best sections of the famous Birkie Trail, as well as a host of other fun events. The festival will start and finish at the American Birkebeiner trailhead in Cable.

The half marathon has once again been named the USA Track and Field 2020 Half Marathon Trail Championship.

Whether you chose the half, full, or relay marathon or the ultra, this course is perfect for runners looking to break free from the roads, as it is a great crossover and introduction to trail running. The Birkie Trail has a wide, grass-covered, level surface, and the single-track is smooth and fast. But don’t make any mistake about it, this is a full commitment trail race, with the famous Birkie hills making for a challenging race for even veteran trail runners. Hammer it or cover your favorite distance at a recreational pace. Either way, this event has a friendly vibe, an awesome vendor fair, a finish-line party with local Northwoods fare, Birkie Brew-Ski craft beer on tap, live music, on-site camping, bonfires, and more!

If you’re unable to make it to Cable this September for this incredible trail run, you have the option to take part in the virtual event. Any participant already registered may opt to switch to the virtual event as well. Virtual runners must complete their distance between Friday, September 25, and Sunday, September 27. For more information, call 715-634-5025 or visit birkie.com/run/events/birkie-trail-run/.