Running events and triathlons in North Dakota: an overview of all runs and triathlon competitions in North Dakota.
Information on all races in North Dakota, including dates, registration, course, schedules and results.
North Dakota Running: Prairie Flats and Extreme Adventures
North Dakota’s running landscape is characterized by its exceptionally flat city courses, perfect for achieving fast times, contrasted sharply with rugged, remote trail challenges. The state’s premier and most popular race is the Fargo Marathon. This event is unique because the course actually crosses the Red River, allowing runners to briefly dip into Minnesota before returning to North Dakota, all while enjoying the enthusiastic community support of both Fargo and Moorhead. The race is known for its indoor start and finish inside the Fargodome, which provides a dramatic and weather-proof venue for participants.
Badlands Challenges: The Maah Daah Hey Trail Run
In stark contrast to the flat city speed, the Maah Daah Hey Trail Run offers one of the country's most grueling and scenic ultra-running challenges. Set in the rugged Badlands near Medora, this event includes distances up to 116 miles and attracts athletes from all 50 states and beyond. The course is remote, beautiful, and demanding, subjecting runners to significant heat and technical terrain, making it a true test of extreme endurance.
Another major city race is the Bismarck Marathon, the state's longest-running marathon. Held near the State Capitol Grounds, it provides a well-organized, mostly flat course popular among runners seeking a reliable Boston Marathon qualifying opportunity. Whether you prefer the fast, bi-state course of Fargo or the extreme isolation of the Badlands trails, North Dakota provides a clear, challenging objective for every kind of runner.
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All Races 2026 in North Dakota
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