Bonfyre Trail Fest
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Bonfyre Trail Fest
Bonfyre Trail Fest is a fall trail running event held in the Waterloo Recreation Area near Chelsea, Michigan on November 7, 2026. The start and finish are at 18901 Waterloo Rd., Chelsea, MI 48118. The event uses forest trails and marked loops for each distance.
Distances
- 5 Mile
- 10 Mile
- 15 Mile
Course information describes three named loops used in combinations: the Winn Loop, the Big Kame Loop, and the Green Lake Loop. The 5 Mile follows the Winn Loop from start to finish; the 10 Mile combines the Winn and Big Kame loops; the 15 Mile combines Winn, Big Kame, and Green Lake loops. Race distances are approximate.
All participants must finish within five hours. The 5 Mile and 10 Mile courses are described as hiker friendly. Aid station details are provided: the 5 Mile course has no aid station; the 10 Mile has stations at about 4.5 and 9.1 miles; the 15 Mile has stations at about 4.5, 8.7, and 14.1 miles. Aid stations serve water, Gatorade, and GU.
Awards are presented to the top three overall male and female finishers in each distance based on gun time. Age group awards are presented three deep in five year age groups based on chip time. Post-race amenities include a bonfire, a beer garden with local beer for purchase, live music, a custom campfire mug for finishers, a custom beanie, and chip timed results. Packet pickup is available on race day at the start/finish area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
