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Watercade

Date
July 11, 2026
Distance
Watercade 4 mile race · Watercade Kids 1 mile fun run · Watercade 8 mile race
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From the Organizer

Run around Lake Ripley in Litchfield, MN. Choose a 4 or 8 mile run as well as a kids 1 mile fun run.

Events

Watercade 4 mile race7 AMRegister →
Watercade Kids 1 mile fun run8 AMRegister →
Watercade 8 mile race7 AMRegister →

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

81°

Typical Low

60°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Litchfield.

Sunrise 5:42 AMSunset 9:06 PMDaylight 15h 24m

Host City

About Litchfield, MN

Population

6,599

as of 2023

Elevation

1,128 ft

Nearest Airport

STC

Saint Cloud Regional Airport · 37 mi

Major Hub

MSP

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 66 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

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33

Days to train

Race
Watercade
Date
July 11, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Watercade?
Watercade is a running race held in Litchfield, Minnesota on July 11, 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 Watercade?
Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Litchfield, Minnesota at 1456 Sibley Ave S, Litchfield, MN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Watercade?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Watercade

Jul 11, 2026

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