Wildcat Willy Riding in Sled at UP200
UP 200 Sled Dog Team Running Through Downtown Marquette

The UP200

February 13-17, 2025

A 12-dog mid-distance race that covers 228 miles of challenging terrain. This race is an Iditarod qualifier.

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UP 200 Midnight Run

The Midnight Run

February 13-16, 2025

A fast-paced, 8-dog race that covers 82 miles. 

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Sled dogs running in snow

The Jack Pine 30

February 15, 2025

A 6-dog race that covers 26 miles.

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Three sweatshirts on a light blue background: a black one with a logo, a gray hoodie with a logo, and a green hoodie with text and graphics. All garments feature designs related to the "UP 200.

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2025 Race Sponsors

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And The Winners Are...

November 25, 2024

Mushers registered by October 31st were entered into a drawing to get a 50% refund on their 2025 race entry fee. Our winners are Kevin Mathis (UP200), Brian Bergen (Midnight Run) and Sarah Romanik (Jack Pine 30). Congratulations to our lucky mushers!

Thanks to Mackenzie Geary, our Northern Michigan University student representative, for closing her eyes and drawing the winning names. Mushers will see their 50% refund soon and, of course, those funds will be redirected toward dog food, veterinary bills or replacing chewed gear.

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Dryland Dash 2024

September 11, 2024


Attention mushers and mushing fans! The UP200 is hosting the 8th annual UP200 Dryland Dash on October 12 and 13, 2024! This free-for-spectators event will start at 9am each day at Negaunee Township Park.

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Dryland Dash Scholarships for New Mushers

September 04, 2024

The UP200 is proud to offer scholarships for new racers interested in participating in the 2024 Dryland Dash. If the Dryland Dash will be your first race and you hail from Michigan's Upper Peninsula (NMU, Tech and LSSU students welcome!), we encourage you to apply. Scholarships will cover costs and fees for participation in the Dryland Dash scheduled for October 12th and 13th, 2024.

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