Trail in Marquette, Michigan | 2026-2027

Big Bay Relay [runsignup.com]

Sat, May 16, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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What is the Big Bay Relay?

Teams come together to go further than they ever have on a course that stretches from Marquette, MI to Big Bay, MI with friends and a community of runners by their side....

What is the Big Bay Relay?

Teams come together to go further than they ever have on a course that stretches from Marquette, MI to Big Bay, MI with friends and a community of runners by their side.

Your relay experience is as competitive as you make it. Rally your team and challenge the other teams in your division for the top ranking, or simply make it your goal to cross the finish line together! The Big Bay Relay is about coming together as a team and going further than you could as an individual. From an elite runner to the novice runner, Big Bay Relay is the perfect race for anyone.

When Is It?

The 48th Annual Race will be held on Saturday May 16th, 2026

Starts @ 8:00am at the Kaufman Sports Complex

Finishes @ Perkins Park, Big Bay

How It Works

Teams are composed of five runners for adults and up to seven for youth teams. Teams cover 26-ish miles, starting in Marquette, MI and ending in Big Bay, MI. Runners run approximately 1 mile each before handing the baton to a teammate and resting until it is their turn again. While one person is running, the rest of your teammates are on support duty in your race vehicle. As each runner begins, the crew in the vehicle drives ahead and meets them at the exchange point to pick them up and drop off the next runner.

Race History

In spring of 1972, Marquette held its first Big Bay Relay coordinated by Race Director Karen Kunkle and her husband Jack. The first race brought only ten relay teams and has grown to include over fifty teams in the past several years. A note in the Upper Peninsula Road Runners Club named the Big Bay Relay the 1990 Race of the Year.

Some relay teams have been racing for more than 20 years and hold a special place as part of the annual race’s history. If you are an elite runner who wants to compete, or a group of friends that want to try something adventurous, this picturesque relay is for you. For 47 years the Big Bay Relay has been uniting community members, families and friends, and we want you to be a part of this year’s race!

A community member describes the race- “That is what it is about: having fun with your friends and family while doing something healthy”.

Registration fees are $170+fee per team until April 12th. $195+fee April 13th until May 8th. $215+fee May 9th until May 13th. Registration divisions include five person all-female, all-male, or mixed teams and seven person junior division teams. All team members will get race swag. Shirts are available for purchase. This year all proceeds benefit the walk/hike/bike/ski trails in Powell Township. If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions please contact Marcia Gonstead @ 906-345-0149, or by e-mail at bigbayrelay@gmail.com.

25 Miles Relay Run Trail Walk

846 Hawley Street, Marquette, Michigan, 49855, United States
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Queen City Striders - Marquette [runsignup.com]

Mon, Jun 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM

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Meeting 2 days per week for 5 weeks (Monday's and Wednesday's) a team of coaches led by Queen City Striders Program Coordinator, Elliot Prusi, will be providing a positive atmosphere...

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Meeting 2 days per week for 5 weeks (Monday's and Wednesday's) a team of coaches led by Queen City Striders Program Coordinator, Elliot Prusi, will be providing a positive atmosphere where youth athletes can be inspired and motivated through the discipline of running. Additionally our youth will learn the principles of leadership, respect, and teamwork as well as portraying healthy habits to last a lifetime. We will break down the fundamental skills of running to meet the needs of all those participating. Our techniques will be taught through specific stretching, drills, bodyweight strength exercises, and of course RUNNING! Included in our program is 10 1-hour sessions, post practice snacks, program T-Shirt, and discounted entries into the races listed below.

Located at Marquette High School our camp will feature drills and activities located on the track, turf, and grassy area surrounding the High School. Parents are welcomed spectate their kids participating in the camp activities, however we do ask that parents remain off the track! Any general questions regarding the program are encouraged to be asked! Please reach out to the program director, Elliot Prusi, at eprusi@nmu.edu for any questions! All participants will receive complimentary entries into selected local races taking place in the summer and fall months. The program coordinator will be in contact in the weeks prior to the race to verify additional details. If the race falls outside of the Queen City Striders program, they will still receive a complimentary entry.

Little and Big Striders (5-8 years old): 5:00-6:00pm

Dashers and Pacers (9-12 years old): 5:00-6:00pm

First day of Camp: June 22nd

Last day of Camp: July 22nd

Complimentary Races to for sure plan on:

-MQT Trail 50 Kids 1 Mile and Kids 5K: Friday, August 14th. The 5K race starts at 7pm, and the 1 mile starts at 7:05pm. Kids in the program will have the option to choose one of the races. This race will be held at the Forestville Trailhead in Marquette.

-Kids Pebble Beach 1 Mile Race: Friday, September 4th Time: TBD! Friday night's Kids Fun Run, held in conjunction with the Marquette Marathon race expo, gives kids a chance to lace up their shoes and show their parents how its done before the main event on Saturday. This race will be located on the northeast corner of the Superior Dome.

** Discount Codes will be provided for the Breakwater 5K on July 25th, the Trick or Trot 5K and/or Monster Mile on 10/24 to all 2026 Kids Camp Participants **

-Breakwater 5K: Saturday, July 25th. Time: 8:00am. Cost: $5 following discount code

-Monster Mile: Saturday, October 24th. Time: 11:00am. Cost: $5 following discount code

-Trick or Trot 5K: Saturday, October 24th. Time: 10:00am. Cost: $20 following discount code

Please read descriptions for our group levels prior to signing up which can be found under "Event Info" *

Fun Run Run Trail

1203 W Fair Ave, Marquette, Michigan, 49855-4708, United States
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Marquette Trails Festival [noquetrails.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

Fri, Jun 26, 2026 at 4:00 PM

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Join us in celebration of the trails at Marquette Trails Festival Presented by Embers Credit Union. This event will be a fun weekend for all non-motorized trail users; featuring mountain bike and trail running races.

Whether you bike or run; come out, have a good time, and help raise funds for your community trails. All proceeds from this event go to the NTN singletrack trail building.

1.5 Miles 3 Miles 3.1 Miles 11 Miles 13.1 Miles 21 Miles Run Trail

2375 M-553, Marquette, Michigan, 49855, United States
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Ore to Shore [oretoshore.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

Sat, Aug 08, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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The Ore to Shore is set in the beautiful Upper Peninsula and utilizes much of the same trail as the popular Noquemanon Ski Marathon.

HARD ROCK (48 MILE POINT-TO-POINT)

The race course traverses some...

The Ore to Shore is set in the beautiful Upper Peninsula and utilizes much of the same trail as the popular Noquemanon Ski Marathon.

HARD ROCK (48 MILE POINT-TO-POINT)

The race course traverses some of the most scenic terrain available in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The course starts in downtown Negaunee, which is the “birthplace” of iron ore mining in Michigan. The first two miles will be a roll-out on pavement, and then the race will hit the dirt as you make your way to Ishpeming. There you will detour through downtown and travel the city streets for another mile. Then you’re back on the trails. The course will roll with the hills as you gradually drop in elevation to Marquette. You will be captivated as you pass by the lakes, rivers, ponds, and wildlife along the way. The course is wide enough the entire way to allow for easy and safe passage, but yet remains “tunneled” by nearby trees to give the sense of winding your way through the forests. Approaching the city of Marquette, you are still in the highlands, look off in the distance for a beautiful view of Lake Superior and the final destination. The course passes through local mining history in

the area. Look for the following sites along the way: Cliff’s Shaft, Rope’s Gold Mine Haul Road, L.S. & I. Railroad’s Presque Isle Ore Dock, and many other intriguing points of interest.

SOFT ROCK (28 MILE POINT-TO-POINT)

Like its HARD ROCK counterpart, the SOFT ROCK rolls over much of the same terrain. From the start in Negaunee, you will immediately begin your journey to Marquette. After a 2 mile roll

-out on pavement, you will connect to dirt trails. At about the halfway point, you will merge trails with the HARD ROCK course and will be afforded the

same splendid vistas as you make your way to the shores of Lake Superior.

SHORE ROCK (10 MILE)

The Shore Rock offers an entry-level distance for the rider looking to try mountain bike racing, or for kids wanting to expand beyond the Junior Rock. Starting at Lakeview Arena at 8am, the racers will travel towards Tourist Park along the last section of the Hard and Soft Rock course. The course will circle around and finish back at Lakeview Arena. Trophies will be awarded to the top age group finishers.

JUNIOR ROCK

The Junior Rock race is a 4 mile loop on a dirt trail starting at Lakeview Arena in Marquette, for those age 13 and under. The racers finish using the same finish as the Hard and Soft Rock racers. Each racer receives a commemorative T-shirt for participating. You will be placed into the appropriate age group from the following: 5 and under, 6 to 7, 8 to 9, 10 to 11, 12 to 13.

LITTLE ROCK

Kids will also have the opportunity to experience the thrill of the race as they approach the finish area and hear the support of the crowd. They will ride near the shores of the “Great Gitche Gumee” as they make their way around this one mile course. All kids will leave a winner by taking home a ribbon and an official race t-shirt.

LITTLEST ROCK

Your young one can’t quite reach the pedals? Bring your toddler’s tricycle, Big Wheel, or push car, and do what’s necessary to get them to the finish by pushing, pulling, or letting them “pedal”. They will cruise into the finish area with a grin that won’t quit. Each child will go away a winner by taking home a ribbon and an official race t-shirt.

1 Miles 4 Miles 10 Miles 28 Miles 48 Miles Trail

401 E. Fair Ave, Marquette, Michigan, 49855, United States
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