Race Overview

The Glacier Ridge Ultramarathons and Trail Race (GRT) has expanded to start a race series. Pain in Moraine is a new 24 hour 10k loop event taking place September 12-13th at Moraine State park's South Shore. 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.
Race day trail conditions will determine if the route will hug the lake or take the parallel trail that tends to be drier.

Due to the short notice of the event, this year will be more of a grass roots style. Loops will be tracked on a poster board at the main tent. All runners must inform the RD when they start and after completion of the loop. This is for runner safety so we know who is on the course at all times.

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.

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.


Runners should plan for their own fueling. The main tent will have water and Gatorade throughout the event. Pizza and/or hot dogs will be available after 11 am on the 13th.

Race Location

Moraine State Park, South Shore: Sunken Garden Trailhead
Coordinates: 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 Shore

5:00 – 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.

Pacing

Pacing?!? On a loop challenge?
Just register as a participant and log as many loops as you want with your runner.

Runner Swag & Awards

Registrations, prior to 8/31/2025, will receive a pair of 3" wool socks in their race packet.

Awards go to the male and female that complete the most loops within the 24 hour period. Tie breakers will be determined by the last loop time.

Additional awards will be given for competitors achieving ultra distances based on loop count. (5+ loops)

Depending on availability, additional socks will be available for purchase at the main event tent.

Age limitations

All runners, under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. No exceptions

Crew

This is a loop challenge. Crews can offer assistance to their runner(s) at the start/finish and at the 3.5 mile water station. Parking is limited at the water station. Parking on the road is not allowed.

Crews are responsible for their own food and drinks. Race management, sponsors, and volunteers are not responsible for lost or injured crews. Crews must abide by posted speed limits. You will have more than enough time to get from one aid station to the next ahead of your runner!

Pregnancy & Postpartum Policy

A refund or deferment will be issued for pregnancy or postpartum.
Please contact the RD.

Event's current local time: 6:22 AM ET