Trail Running calendar near Mackinac Island 2025-2026

Join the Dork Brothers Turkey Trot in Alpena for a fun 5K around the APlex, mixing pavement and trail for a scenic Thanksgiving run. Enjoy a family friendly atmosphere perfect for walkers and racers of all levels.

Run rugged single track along Lake Superior bluffs and ancient white pine forests, finishing beneath Upper Tahquamenon Falls. Choose 50K, marathon, or half marathon with small fields, aid stations, and a brewpub steps from the finish.

Run rugged single track along the North Country Trail between Cross Village and Mackinaw City on July 11, 2026, choosing 50K, marathon or half marathon. Expect rolling bluffs, coastal forest, lakeside views and a true trail experience.

Experience Tahquamenon Falls State Park on Aug 8 2026 with 50K, 25K and 10K trail options through pine ridges and waterfalls. Field capped at 250 for an intimate wilderness run.

Run a scenic 9 mile out and back between Upper and Lower Tahquamenon Falls on challenging forest trails with bridge crossings and dramatic waterfall views. Limited to 100 runners, all finishers receive a medal and top placers earn brewery a..