
From the Organizer
Join us for one of the only trail races held in central Minnesota! This unique trail race is held at Kensington Runestone Park, 15 miles west of Alexandria, MN. Races begin near the visitors center and will take you through some of the most picturesque trails in all of central Minnesota on your way to the finish line. For more information about the race, check out our race website: https://www.alexnordicclub.org/trailrace.
T-Shirts provided for all who pre-register online by June 13.
7K Trail Run Cost:
18 & younger $20 (discount at checkout)
Early Bird Price online through June 1: $40
Online registration June 2 - June 13: $45
Late Registration June 14 - 27: $50 (no t-shirt after June 13)
1K Kids Ramble:
Register anytime: $12 (no t-shirt after June 13)
Bib Pick Up on Saturday, June 27, 7:00 AM - 8:15 AM. Registration and check in will be held near the visitors center the morning of the race. Locker rooms and showers are NOT available. Indoor bathrooms are available.
The 7K will be chip timed by Ramble Timing. Results available at the finish.
8:30 AM - 7K
9:45 AM - 1 mile
10:00 AM - AWARDS for top 3 male and top 3 female finishers!
This event is hosted by Alexandria Nordic Club and all proceeds will go to support the equipping of our local HS and MS Nordic teams, growing our kids ski programs, and expanding access to Nordic skiing through trail development.
Events
Weather
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
78°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Alexandria Muni Ap, 15 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
1,365 ft
Nearest Airport
STC
Saint Cloud Regional Airport · 81 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 136 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Days to train
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Runestone Ramble Trail Run
Jun 27, 2026