Mindy Creek Trail Races
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Mindy Creek Trail Races : St. Croix Falls, WI
The event takes place August 29, 2026, at the Polk County Information Center, 710 S Highway 35, St. Croix Falls, WI. All distances start and finish at the Information Center and use local trails that include technical sections, rolling hills, bridges, gravel, paved trail, and grass. Distances offered:
- Marathon - two loops of half-marathon, over 18 miles of single track
- Half-Marathon - lollipop course, over 9 miles of single track
- 10K - out-and-back with single track, paved, gravel, and grass sections
Logistics and services
Online registration opens November 28, 2025, and closes August 25, 2026. Online entries are limited to 150 runners; once that limit is reached, only race-day sign-ups will be accepted. There are no refunds and entries may not be transferred or deferred. Parking is in the Information Center lot and packet pickup is on race morning only.
Aid stations and cutoffs: the marathon has full aid at miles 5, 9, 13, 18, and 22 and water-only at miles 8 and 21; marathon finish time is 7 hours and the second loop must be started by 3 hours and 15 minutes. The half has full aid at miles 5 and 9 and water-only at mile 8 with a 5-hour cutoff. The 10K has a water-only aid at the turnaround and a 2-hour cutoff. Drop bags are accepted at the start/finish area only. Awards go to top finishers and all finishers receive a full-color 8.5 x 11 print of the event logo. Music must be played with headphones; bathrooms are available at the Information Center and nearby outdoor restrooms. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.