The Fox Bikepacking Race 2027
- Date
- Saturday, July 10, 2027
- Start time
- 7:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Finland, Minnesota
- Entry fee
- From $200
Check registration status on RunSignup.
We earn a small commission when you register through this link, at no cost to you. Details
Official race websiteAdd to calendar: Apple or Outlook · Google
Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Fox Bikepacking Race | Mountain Bike | Jul 10, 20277:00 AM | $200 | 75 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $200 until Jul 8.
Online registration closes Jul 8, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 5:17 AM, and the The Fox Bikepacking Race starts at 7:00 AM. The start sits about 1,760 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
6866 Cramer Road, Finland, MN 55603
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around July 10 the day usually runs from 57°F at dawn to 73°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 28% of days. Cold snaps dip to 52°F and hot years reach 80°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 6866 Cramer Road, Finland, MN 55603Map
- Course
- Trail
- Start elevation
- About 1,760 feet
- Distances
- Mountain Bike
- Editions
- 2027 (Jul 10, 2027), 2026 (Jul 10, 2026), 2025 (Jul 26, 2025)
Organize this race? Add details or a correction
Quick answers
- When is The Fox Bikepacking Race?
- Saturday, July 10, 2027, starting at 7:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $200 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Jul 8, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- What distances are offered?
- Mountain Bike.
- Where does it start?
- 6866 Cramer Road, Finland, MN 55603.
From the organizers
The Fox is a two day stage race that features 60+ mile days through the heart of the North Shore wilds. The Fox will start in Finland, MN, on Saturday July 10. Riders will travel to Grand Marais for their overnight camping experience. On Sunday, riders will travel a different route back to Finland for the finish. The Fox is a timed event.
Day 1: Finland to Grand Marais 62 miles: 4000 ft of climbing. Mostly well maintained gravel road. Dropping the final few paved miles into Grand Marais is a magical experience.