In Yan Teopa

Saturday, September 21, 2024
Frontenac State Park, Frontenac MN

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Join us for the In Yan Teopa trail race, which will take you through the challenging terrain of Frontenac State Park. The race offers options for both a 5-mile and a 10-mile course, which will take you through various landscapes, including rolling prairies, single-track trails, and challenging climbs. Whether you're a seasoned trail runner or new to the sport, this race will surely provide an exciting and rewarding experience. Take advantage of this opportunity to test your endurance and take in the breathtaking views of Frontenac State Park. We hope to see you there!

Sunrise over the Mississippi River

Photo by Chris Swenke


Where

Frontenac State Park, 29223 County 28 Blvd. Frontenac, MN 55026

 

Frontenac State Park is located 10 miles southeast of Red Wing, MN or 5 miles northwest of Lake City, MN on Highway 61.


Start time

10 miler starts at 9:00 am
5 miler starts at 9:05 am


Cupless event

All St. Croix Running Company events have removed paper cups to reduce our environmental footprint. We encourage you to bring a water bottle, container, or running vest for your journey. Water will be available at the start/finish line and the mid-way aid station on the 10-mile course.


Lodging

The park offers a full range of camping sites, from an RV to a tent with all the amenities. To learn more and to make a reservation take a look here.

If a hotel is more your style, consider the many hotels in the area. From Red Wing, MN. to Lake City, MN. I'm sure you'll find something right for you. 


Registration

Registration starts at 8:00 AM and closes 10 minutes before the race. Be sure to arrive early enough to pay park admission and park.


Parking admission

Admission fees can be found at the Frontenac State Park site.

We ask that runners and volunteers park in the parking lot near at the topmost part of the park.


Aid station

Water, fruit, snacks, and Hammer gels will be available. To keep the park clean and cut down on waste, we ask your own CARRY A WATER CONTAINER.


Restrooms

Restrooms are available at the start/finish line. We ask that you use these facilities prior to the race and keep the trails clean. LEAVE NO TRACE!


DNF (Did Not Finish)

Should you need to drop from the race, remove your bib and give it directly to the aid station volunteer or race director.

Suppose you leave the course and fail to notify race officials. In that case, you will be asked not to participate in future St. Croix Running Company events.


Inclusion

The St. Croix Running Company continues to work to create an environment where everyone feels empowered in their pursuits. We will engage our participants, volunteers, and community to ensure we build events where all people feel welcome, safe, and connected regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, identity, socioeconomic status, religion, or political beliefs.

We constantly strive to learn and get better in all we do. To do this, we need your feedback to get better. 


Delay, suspend, or cancel the event

The race director reserves the right to delay, suspend or cancel any part or all of the event if; weather conditions, acts of your god or mine deem it dangerous to the participants, volunteers, staff or harmful to the course.

All possible attempts will be made to contact those involved by email, website, and social media. No refunds or transfers are allowed.