Tahquamenon Falls to Falls Trail Run

Race Overview

• Event: Run from the beautiful Upper Tahquamenon Falls to Lower Tahquamenon Falls and back this fall.
• Date/Time: Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 8:30am.
• Location: Start and Finish near the trailhead just east of the Tahquamenon Brewery.
• Race Length: First annual 9 mile trail run that crosses the new pedestrian bridge near lower falls.

Participant Limit

• Capacity: 100 PARTICIPANTS. THIS RACE IS LIMITED TO 100 PARTICIPANTS.
• Registration Closure: ONCE SOLD OUT REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE AND THERE WILL NOT BE A WAITING LIST.
• No Refunds: NO REFUNDS AVAILABLE.
• Insurance: EVENT INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE WITH REGISTRATION.

Registration Prices

• May-June: $60 and additional $15 T-Shirt Option.
• July-August: $70 and additional $15 T-Shirt Option (*Extended).
• September: $80 + $15 T-Shirt Option.

Packet Pickup

• Early Pickup: Packet pickup will take place from 4-7pm on Friday, September 19, outside of the Tahquamenon Brewery.
• Items: Pick up your bib and t-shirt (if purchased).
• Additional T-Shirts: Available for purchase at the event.
• Race Day Pickup: Additional pickup near the start/finish area from 7:15-8:15am.

Giveaways

• T-Shirt: Option Available with Registration ($15).
• Finishers: All finishers will receive a medal.

Awards

• Overall Awards: Top Overall Gender Male/Female, Master (40-59), and Grand Master (60+) will be awarded a custom slate, custom tumbler, and gift card to Tahquamenon Brewery.
• Age Group Awards: 1st place in age groups 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+ will receive a custom tumbler.

Course Details

• Start Point: Begin between the 2 outhouses across from the main outdoor restrooms.
• Route: Follow the connector trail to the nature trail toward the river, turning left to enter the NCT trail.
• Island Loop: Complete a counter-clockwise loop around the outermost island trail and exit over the pedestrian bridge.
• Return: Turn left and head back to the upper falls, then follow the connector trail towards the finish.

Aid Station

• Location: One aid station located at the pedestrian bridge just before the 4 mile mark.
• Access: Can hit it twice as the island loop is only 1200 meters.
• Supplies: Water, gatorade, and snacks will be provided.
• In Case of Emergency: Check in with the aid station if you cannot complete the course for extraction coordination.

Aid Station Food

• Available Items: Water, Gatorade, Swedish Fish, Fruit Snacks, Granola Bars, Cheese Sticks, Bananas, Oranges, CHOMPS Beef Jerky, Goldfish, Pickles, Little Debbie's, Uncrustables, Cheezeits.

Finish Line Food

• Variety: Uncrustables, Chips, Lemonade, Water, Goldfish, Fruit Snacks, Granola Bars, Beef Jerky Sticks, Bananas, Oranges, Gatorade, Little Debbie Snacks, Pickles, and Candy.

Safety Protocols

• Trail Conditions: This is a technical trail not suitable for those unfit to complete 9 trail miles in at least 2.5 hours (about 16:40 mile pace).
• Environmental Awareness: Be cautious of significant elevation changes and slippery conditions based on weather.
• Event Restrictions: Running with dogs or strollers is not permitted due to the nature of the course.
• Emergency Contact: Participants must carry a cellular device for emergencies: participant lists will be available at aid stations.

Event Link

For more information and registration, please visit Tahquamenon Falls to Falls Trail Run.