Great Deer Chase presented by Cross Country Sports
- Date
- August 15, 2026
- Distance
- Onyx Racing Products Adventure Ride (untimed) · Onyx Racing Products Long Race · Downwind Sports Medium Race & more
From the Organizer
- Onyx Racing Products Adventure Ride (untimed): Self-supported gravel/adventure ride around the Swedetown trails. The course is TBD and will be greater than 20 miles. A route GPX will be provided. 9 am start time
- Onyx Racing Products Long Race: 20+ mile course including some of Swedetown's most challenging trails
- Downwind Sports Medium Race: 12-18 miles on fast, fun blue trails
- Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists Short Race: 6-10 miles on fun, beginner-friendly blue trails
- Rhythm Bike Shop Youth Long Race (15 & Under): 3-6 miles on ski trails and easy singletrack
- Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists Youth Short Race (12 & Under): 1-3 miles on ski trail and easy singletrack
- Rhythm Bike Shop 100 Yard Untimed Tots Event: A free race for kids on tricycles, strider bikes, etc. If they are just learning to ride, here they can have the joy of participating.
The first 120 registrants for the paid events will receive an event t-shirt from Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists and a custom top cap from Onyx Racing Products! Registrants 121-200 will receive a top cap, but not a t-shirt.
Once again, held in conjunction with Calumet's Pasty Fest!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
75°
Typical Low
55°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hancock Houghton Co Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Calumet, MI
Elevation
1,206 ft
Nearest Airport
CMX
Houghton County Memorial Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Great Deer Chase presented by Cross Country Sports, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Great Deer Chase presented by Cross Country Sports
- Date
- August 15, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Great Deer Chase presented by Cross Country Sports?
- Great Deer Chase presented by Cross Country Sports is a running race held in Calumet, Michigan on August 15, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Great Deer Chase presented by Cross Country Sports?
- Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Calumet, Michigan at Swedetown Recreation Area, Calumet, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Great Deer Chase presented by Cross Country Sports?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Great Deer Chase presented by Cross Country Sports
Aug 15, 2026