Noquemanon Ski Marathon 2022: Marquette, MI
The 2022 Noquemanon Ski Marathon is right around the corner for all of you cross-country skiers and fans. The “Noque” will take place this year on January 21st-22nd in Marquette, MI.
With a rich history of cross-country skiing in Marquette and the Upper Peninsula, the Noque draws in major local, regional, and global cross-country skiers yearly.
Noquemanon Ski Marathon Race Types
The 2022 Noque will offer 9 races to participants but the classics are the 50K and the 24K.
- 50K Classic
- 50K Freestyle
- 50K Classic Touring Race – Meant for racers who want to enjoy a casual 50k race experience than a competitive one.
- 50K Team Relay
- 24K Half Noque
- 15K Snowshoe
- Noque 12K
- Junior Noque
Noquemanon Marathon Starting Times
Friday, January 21st, 2022:
Junior Noque 5K Classic (Al Quaal Recreation Area, Ishpeming) – 4:00pm
Junior Noque 3K Classic (Al Quaal Recreation Area, Ishpeming) – 4:30pm
Junior Noque 1K Classic (Al Quaal Recreation Area, Ishpeming) – 5:00pm
Packet Pickup/ski expo: 5:00pm-10:00pm at NMU Superior Dome
Saturday, January 22nd, 2022:
7:00 am: Busing to start line begins
8:10 am: 50K Classic Touring
9:00 am: 50K Classic Elite Wave 1
9:10 am: 50K Classic Wave 2 (Includes Relay skiers)
9:30 am: 3K and 1K Adaptive Ski
9:50 am: 12K Classic (Men and Women)
9:55 am: 50K Freestyle Elite Wave 1
10:00 am: 50K Freestyle Wave 2
10:10 am: 12K Freestyle (Men and Women)
10:10 am: 50K Freestyle Wave 3
11:45 am: 24K Classic Wave 1
11:55 am: 24K Classic Wave 2
12:05 pm: 24K Classic Wave 3
12:15 pm: 24K Classic Wave 4
12:30 pm: 24K Freestyle Wave 1
12:40 pm: 24K Freestyle Wave 2
12:50 pm: 24K Freestyle Wave 3
1:00 pm: 24K Freestyle Wave 4
1:10 pm: 15 Mile Snowshoe Wave
5:00pm (approximately): Awards ceremony at NMU Superior Dome
If you are looking for more information regarding the race, head over to race headquarters at noquemanon.com
Something that you might notice or be curious about is the presence of Blackrocks Brewery 51K IPA. The name is attributed to finishing the race with a final 1 mile push to the brewery to grab a pint. Hence the name 51K!
Get in there and enjoy the environment, especially with a weekend like this one approaching.
More Marquette Michigan Winter Events to Mark on your Calendar This 2022
So are you ready to Ski the Noque?
If not, Winters in Marquette are almost as fun or better than any other season. So, what makes an area with miserably cold and long winters enjoyable?
Well, that starts with the exciting events and the unrivaled camaraderie of the community. Here are a few events you should definitely add to your calendars now:
Polar Roll – Michigan’s largest fat bike event! What sounds better than that?
UP 200 – Ever heard of the Iditarod sled dog race? Well, this is Marquette’s Sled Dog race and one of the most popular events of the entire year!
Trenary Outhouse Race – Picture this. Creatively constructed Porta potties racing down the center of a city street, accompanied by a plethora of drunk fans.
Exploring Marquette in the Winter
Besides for all the excitement you’ll surely have at these events, there are so many others things to do in Marquette this winter you need to experience. Get yourself started on that list because it will require a long weekend or two
Looking for accommodation in Marquette? My guide on the best places to stay in Marquette should help you if you’re in need of some guidance. Use these other free resources to make your trip to Marquette even better:
Warm-up with these Amazing Marquette Coffee Shops
The Complete Marquette Breweries Guide
Thanks for reading, happy racing, & enjoy race weekend!