Eddy Trail Races
Eddy Trail Races offer a unique Minnesota trail running experience with lodging and community.
Race Date
Aug 8, 2026
Location
Annandale, MN
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Location
- Annandale, Minnesota
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 32.2 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Eddy Trail Races unfold within the scenic Stanley Eddy Park Reserve near Annandale, Minnesota, offering a challenging yet rewarding trail running experience. Runners navigate the beautiful trails surrounding Lake Sylvia, pushing their limits amidst the natural beauty of central Minnesota.
This event is more than just a race; it's a weekend immersion. Participants have the unique opportunity to lodge at the Chi Rho Center, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie with fellow runners. The race organizers emphasize a relaxed, communal atmosphere, ensuring participants can focus on their performance and enjoy the shared journey without the usual pre- or post-race logistical stresses.
With aid stations providing support throughout the course, the Eddy Trail Races cater to both seasoned trail enthusiasts and those new to the discipline. The event promises an unforgettable blend of athletic challenge, natural splendor, and genuine community connection.
Race-provided description
Eddy Trail Races are based at Chi Rho Center on the south side of Lake Sylvia, on the outskirts of Annandale, MN. The 50k and a half marathon run through the Stanley Eddy Park Reserve, a wonderful series of trails in our nook of the state. Big Eddy and The Eddy are more than just races, they are beautiful MN trails, an experience of elevation, pain, perseverance, comradery, and so much more! Whether you are new to the trails or these distances or you are a seasoned trail distance runner, both races will push you to your limit and give you great success. Our aid station crews will be supporting you every step of the way. Have you ever gone to a race and been rushed before or after because of lodging or other logistics? Have you ever met people on the course and then not seen them again? You have the opportunity to lodge at Chi Rho, hang out with fellow runners for the weekend, and not worry about your meals, all while relaxing at an amazing lake in central Minnesota.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Start Time
10:00 AM
Giveaway
The Eddy Half Marathon T-Shirt
Start Location
5750 Porter Ave NW, Annandale, MN, 55302
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Forest, Lake River
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Hilly
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 6 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 79°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
64°
Afternoon (High)
79°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.2"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
73%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Eddy Trail Races?
The Eddy Trail Races is held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM.
Where does the Eddy Trail Races take place?
It takes place in Annandale, Minnesota.
What distances does the Eddy Trail Races offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 32.2 Miles.
Is the Eddy Trail Races course flat and good for a PR?
The Eddy Trail Races is a hilly, loop course course.
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