2026 edition
Entry options are not yet confirmed for this edition. Check the organiser before making plans.
Decision summary
9:00:00 total limit divided by distance. Check gun/chip timing and intermediate limits; allow time for stops.
Historical race-date favourability, not a forecast
Stored GPS route
Quick answers
raceindex.org has a GPS course file for Afton Trail Run Ultramarathon, so runners can inspect the route line on the map. Elevation charts and ascent figures appear only when that file includes usable elevation data.
The Afton Trail Run Ultramarathon is described as hilly. The course listing puts the climb at 1,423 m. The course notes also call it 7 long climbs per loop with rolling and flat sections.
The Afton Trail Run Ultramarathon route starts at Afton State Park, Minnesota and finishes at Afton State Park start/finish area. Underfoot, expect 100% off road on minimum maintenance gravel service roads and double and single track trails; very runnable and not overly technical. It passes St. Croix River, Meatgrinder Hill, North Hill, Campground Hill and sandstone outcrops. 7 long climbs per loop with rolling and flat sections.
11. Pacers are not allowed.