John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon

John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Established in 1980, the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon is the longest running sled dog race in the lower 48 states.
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The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon
Race start January 31, 2027

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Youtube: www.youtube.com/ World class mushers including Susan Butcher, Jamie Nelson, John and Jason Baron have competed – facing off against other seasoned competitors as well as the extremes of northern Minnesota weather and the deceivingly rugged terrain of th

e trail. The “Beargrease” is a qualifier for the famed Iditarod race in Alaska. The organization hosts the Beargrease 120, a mid-distance race, the Beargrease 40, a recreational class race as well as the Cub Run, a 2 or 1/4 mile loop for kids to get their chance behind a two-dog team. All check points and road crossings are easily accessible to the public and provide many opportunities for photographers, winter camping or simply quality time around a campfire with good people, hot chocolate and the thrill of seeing the amazing canine athletes in action. Close to 400 volunteers from around the country come together each winter to assure the event happens. The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon is a 501 ©3 non-profit organization, overseen by a Board of Directors elected by the general membership.

A Board member and the Webmaster walk into a bar...well, for a fabulous lunch! Check it out on your next up-north advent...
06/01/2026

A Board member and the Webmaster walk into a bar...well, for a fabulous lunch! Check it out on your next up-north adventure!

05/26/2026

We wish Sabrina happiness and wellness on her next adventures! We hope her new community knows how special, kind, and talented she is. The northland will miss you!
Chi miigwech for covering our races, mushers, and organization over the years. We will miss you so much. Happy trails. 🐕 🫶 💙🩵

Thank you to for donating the best headlights for dog sledding. We were able to give away the best headlights to musher...
05/22/2026

Thank you to for donating the best headlights for dog sledding. We were able to give away the best headlights to mushers and handlers at this years musher meeting.

Thank you Beaver Bay! We had a fantastically fun day at The Green Door for the annual smelt fry fundraiser and activitie...
05/16/2026

Thank you Beaver Bay! We had a fantastically fun day at The Green Door for the annual smelt fry fundraiser and activities! Many stories were shared and new connections made.
Miigwech to all who stopped by and chatted and bought merch!

A blast from the past. Who remembers the out and back to and back Duluth. 450 miles with 16dogs.
05/15/2026

A blast from the past. Who remembers the out and back to and back Duluth. 450 miles with 16dogs.

We will be selling merchandise this Saturday in Beaver Bay. Come say hi!
05/14/2026

We will be selling merchandise this Saturday in Beaver Bay. Come say hi!

Happy Mother's day
05/10/2026

Happy Mother's day

We have the best sponsors. Shout out to at Cliffhouse 675 in Lutsen MN.We are a donation run organization and sled bann...
05/07/2026

We have the best sponsors. Shout out to at Cliffhouse 675 in Lutsen MN.
We are a donation run organization and sled banners are a great way to help by sponsoring a sled. Plus you get to keep the banner for years to come.

Save the Date!! We are only 9 months from race day. The board has been working hard to bring a great race in 2027. Stay ...
05/05/2026

Save the Date!! We are only 9 months from race day. The board has been working hard to bring a great race in 2027. Stay tuned and check in frequently.

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218 1/2 W Superior Street
Duluth, MN
55802

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