Marquette Trails Festival
Jun 20, 2025
Marquette, MI
Mountain Bike
About
Celebrate Michigan’s trails with adrenaline and community spirit!
The Marquette Trails Festival, held June 20–22, 2025, is a three-day celebration of mountain biking and trail running in beautiful Marquette, Michigan. Featuring a mix of XC, Enduro, Downhill, and Dual Slalom mountain bike events, trail runs from 5K to the scenic Twin Peaks Half Marathon, plus youth events and lively post-race socials, this festival draws all ages and skill levels. All proceeds support the Noquemanon Trail Network’s singletrack trailbuilding, keeping Michigan’s trails thriving.
COURSE DETAILS
XC Mountain Bike courses feature both long (21.8 mi) and short (11.5 mi) options, while runners can enjoy a 5K or take on the challenging Twin Peaks Half Marathon. All routes traverse the technical singletrack, rolling hills, and rocky or root-strewn trails around Marquette, promising a dynamic mix of fast descents and tough climbs.
Race HIGHLIGHTS
- New 2025 separated XC race start times
- Dual Slalom with competitive & non-competitive categories
- Post-race socials & fundraisers for trail sustainability
- Family-friendly with youth events
- All proceeds support local trail building
RIDEΒ TYPES

Race overview
XC MTB Long: 21.8 miles | XC MTB Short: 11.5 miles | 5K Trail Run | Twin Peaks Half Marathon
Elevation of city: ~650 ft / Elevation gain: varies by course (not specifically listed)
Technical singletrack, hilly sections, rocky/rooted trails