Buck Rut Run

Event Overview

The Buck Rut Run returns to Minocqua Winter Park for its 31st edition!

Race Details

• Date: 2026-10-25
• Location: 7543 Squirrel Hill Road, Minocqua, WI
• URL: Buck Rut Run Registration
• Course: This is a 5K trail run which utilizes the trail system at Minocqua Winter Park. Here is the COURSE MAP.

Registration Information

Online Registration: Open from midnight, September 1 to 11:59 PM on October 24.

• Fees: September 1 thru September 15 - $25 adults/$20 ages 1-18
• Fees: September 16 thru October 24 - $30 adults/$25 ages 1-18
• Fees: Race day October 25 - $40 all age groups
• Includes: Registration includes a t-shirt, custom race bib (first 50 registrants), and post race snacks.

*To be guaranteed a t-shirt you must be registered prior to October 12, 2026.

Awards

• Overall Winners: Awards will be given to the Overall Male and Female winners.
• Age Group Awards: Given to first male and female placers in age groups 10 and Under, 11-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.

Race Day Information

• Registration and Bib Pickup: From 8:30-9:45 AM at Minocqua Winter Park.
• Payment: ONLY CASH OR CHECK ACCEPTED FOR RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
• Race Start: 10 AM!