Race Overview
The Glacier Ridge Ultramarathons and Trail Race (GRT) is growing into a full race series as we head into our second year. Pain in Moraine returns September 11–12 at Moraine State Park’s South Shore, bringing back the 24-hour, 10K loop challenge for another round. Get ready to see how many laps you can stack up in year two! The route will hit the Pleasant Valley, Hilltop, and Sunken Garden trails. Each loop is an almost perfect 10k (6.2 miles) with approximately 723' of vertical gain. Competitors can arrive at any point during the event to log their loops. If runners wish to log some loops, leave the event, and return at a later time to do more, then please communicate your intentions to the RD. New to 2026, Miles of Smiles will track participants. There is plenty of room near the start finish to setup a "base camp". Tents and canopies are permitted and should be tethered appropriately. CAMP FIRES are not permitted. There will be a couple propane heaters near the main tent overnight. ALCOHOL is not permitted as this event takes place within a state park. The main tent will have a fully stocked aide station. Hot food will be available (toasted cheese, cheese quesadilla, ramen noodles, hot dogs, pizza). A mini aid station will be set up at the halfway point, stocked with water and Gatorade and available to runners throughout the entire event.Race Location
Moraine State Park, South Shore: Sunken Garden TrailheadCoordinates: 40.941781, -80.093522
Event day registration
Yes, you can show up and register for the event on race day if capacity is not met. Cash or Venmo accepted. Depending on availability, swag will be given with a the bib.Race Schedule
Friday Location: Sunken Garden Parking lot at Moraine's South Shore5:00 – 6:45 PM – Packet pick-up
Starting at 7:00 PM - event begins
Saturday
6:00 PM - Last loop cutoff
7:00 PM - Event ends
Awards will be given at the conclusion of the challenge.
