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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Kilometers | 10K | May 29, 20278:00 AM | $43.40 | 450 |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | May 29, 20278:00 AM | $63.21 | 250 |
| Kids Run | Kids | May 29, 20279:00 AM | Free | 75 |
| 5 Kilometers | 5K | May 29, 20279:45 AM | $43.40 | 200 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Online registration closes May 29, 2027, unless the race fills first.
At $63.21, entry is about the same as a typical half marathon in Minnesota ($66.50).
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Minnesota runs 2:07:05, about 9:42 a mile, based on 20 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:14:40 and men in 1:57:25.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 5:20 AM, and the 10 Kilometers starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,440 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Pike Lake Golf & Beach Club, Duluth, MN 55811
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Aggregated from official results (Endurance Promotions) for Pike Lake Races. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2026 10 Kilometers, the fastest tenth finished in 48:23 or better, the top quarter in 54:15, and half the field in 1:03:28; the last tenth came in after 1:21:10.
At the 2026 5 Kilometers, the fastest tenth finished in 26:29 or better, the top quarter in 31:53, and half the field in 36:58; the last tenth came in after 53:15.
At the 2026 Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:31:27 or better, the top quarter in 1:45:48, and half the field in 1:58:51; the last tenth came in after 2:29:40.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | n/a | 53:39 |
| 20-29 | 52:24 | 48:15 |
| 30-39 | 47:26 | 45:36 |
| 40-49 | 46:42 | 49:56 |
| 50-59 | 1:03:00 | 51:54 |
| 60-69 | 1:11:45 | 54:37 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
About the same size since 2023.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2023 to 2026, the field went from 348 to 198 finishers, and the median time dropped from 1:03:52 to 1:03:28.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 198 (-35%) | 1:03:28 | under 48:23 | 35:35 |
| 2025 | 303 (-13%) | 1:02:34 | under 48:27 | 31:27 |
| 2024 | 350 (+1%) | 1:02:45 | under 47:48 | 33:09 |
| 2023 | 348 | 1:03:52 | under 49:59 | 35:34 |
From each year's official results for the 10K; virtual options are left out.
About average for Minnesota 10Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 10K field finished under 54:15, against 55:55 in a typical Minnesota 10K, so times here are about average.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around May 29 the day usually runs from 50°F at dawn to 67°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 23% of days. Cold snaps dip to 41°F and hot years reach 78°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of Pike Lake Races cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Race Location: Pike Lake Golf & Beach Club | Duluth, MN. Race Start Times: - 5K - 7:50 AM. - 10K & 13.1 - 8:00 AM. - Kids Run - 10:00 AM. 5K Race Shuttle Schedule: - All shuttles leave the Golf & Beach Club at 7:25 AM. Registration: All…
Course
Maps. 10k Course. Half Marathon Course. 5K Course. Cut-Offs. - 5K course cutoff is 9:00 AM (1 hour and 10 minutes to complete the 5K course. Pace = 22:35/mile). - 10K course cutoff is 10:00 AM (2 hours to complete the 10K course. Pace =…
Parking and travel
Parking for athletes and spectators will be available at Pike Lake Elementary School and on Martin Road across from the Golf & Beach Club. There is no parking available at the Golf & Beach Club due to the use of the parking areas for race…
Awards
The post-race party will be held in the event center at the Golf & Beach Club with a cash bar and full breakfast (tickets can be purchased during race sign up). Stick around and enjoy award winning Bloody Mary's with friends, breakfast…
Rules and FAQ
Please review our event policies (linked above) in their entirety so we all have the same expectations come race day. We created and enforce these policies to provide the best experience for all participants and appreciate your time and…
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