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Saturday, August 8th, 2026
5750 Porter Ave NW, Annandale MN
Half
63–79°F · some rain risk
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2025
69–86°F
rain
2024
57–66°F
dry
2023
59–81°F
dry
2022
58–75°F
dry
2021
68–79°F
dry
2020
71–86°F
rain
2019
57–75°F
dry
2018
64–85°F
dry
2017
59–77°F
dry
2016
65–78°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Aug 8
Rain likely · 80–119°F
Saturday, Aug 8starts near 80°F · 26% chance of rain · wind up to 35 mph
About this race
Eddy Trail Races Overview
Eddy Trail Races are based at Chi Rho Center on the south side of Lake Sylvia, on the outskirts of Annandale, MN. The 50k and a half marathon run through the Stanley Eddy Park Reserve, a wonderful series of trails in our nook of the state.
Big Eddy and The Eddy are more than just races, they are beautiful MN trails, an experience of elevation, pain, perseverance, comradery, and so much more!
Race Details
- Date: 2026-08-08
- Location: 5750 Porter Ave NW, Annandale, MN
- Events: 50k and half marathon
- Website: Eddy Trail Races
Experience and Support
Whether you are new to the trails or these distances or you are a seasoned trail distance runner, both races will push you to your limit and give you great success. Our aid station crews will be supporting you every step of the way.
Lodging and Community
Have you ever gone to a race and been rushed before or after because of lodging or other logistics? Have you ever met people on the course and then not seen them again? You have the opportunity to lodge at Chi Rho, hang out with fellow runners for the weekend, and not worry about your meals, all while relaxing at an amazing lake in central Minnesota.
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