Grow Wild Trail Run
Typically 62–76°F · some rain risk
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2025
66–79°F
dry
2024
62–72°F
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2023
67–96°F
dry
2022
60–79°F
dry
2021
55–77°F
dry
2020
67–85°F
dry
2019
55–68°F
dry
2018
57–77°F
dry
2017
57–70°F
dry
2016
60–80°F
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About this race
Come back for Year Two of the Grow Wild Trail Run at the Northland Arboretum in beautiful Brainerd, Minnesota!
Trail racing is back at the Arb - and Year One was just the beginning.
After a fantastic first year, we’re excited to welcome runners back to the Arb’s trails for another day of running, community, and adventure. Join us for the Grow Wild Trail Run on Saturday, August 21st as we build on a new tradition and grow it together.
Participants can choose between a Half Marathon or 10K race, both taking place entirely on Northland Arboretum property.
Race Details
Half Marathon Start Time: 7:30 AM
10K Start Time: 8:00 AM
Half Marathon participants will complete two loops of the course
10K participants will complete one (shortened) loop of the course
This is a fully off-road trail race utilizing the Arb’s scenic trail system through forests, rolling terrain, and natural landscapes.
*See course map and elevation chart below (subject to change)
The Grow Wild Trail Run will feature a gun start with professional chip timing provided by Pickle Events.
Packet Pickup & Expo
Friday, August 20th
Health & Wellness Expo + Packet Pickup
3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Northland Arboretum Visitor Center
Saturday, August 21st
Day-of Packet Pickup
6:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Northland Arboretum Visitor Center
Runner Information
All registered participants will receive a finisher medal and runners registered by August 6th will be guaranteed a T Shirt.
Guaranteed T-shirt deadline: August 6th, 2026
All racers will receive free admission to the Northland Arboretum all weekend (Friday–Sunday)
Runner capacity is limited to 500 participants
Early registration is encouraged
Follow parking attendants upon arrival - Please do not park at the movie theatre.
Aid Stations
10K aid stations are planned at approximately:
Mile 3
Mile 5
Finish Line
Half Marathon aid stations are planned at approximately:
Mile 3
Mile 5
Mile 7
Mile 10
Finish Line
Aid stations will include water & electrolytes
Additional Information
No dogs allowed on the racecourse
Dogs are welcome at the Arb and must be on leash
This event is a fundraiser for the Northland Arboretum and helps support trail maintenance, environmental education, recreation opportunities, conservation projects, and continued improvements throughout the Arb. We are currently raising money to light our forest ice skating trail.
Come run, explore, and GROW WILD WITH US.
Course map
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