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Bonfyre Trail Fest

Name: Bonfyre Trail Fest
Start: 2026-11-07
End: 2026-11-07
Location: Lyndon Township

Lyndon Township, United States • 7 Nov 2026

Bonfyre Trail Fest

Bonfyre Trail Fest takes place on November 7, 2026 at the DTE Energy Foundation Trail in Waterloo State Recreation Area in Chelsea, Michigan. The trail lies inside the largest park in Michigan's Lower Peninsula.

The event is a fall trail run on a dirt trail that passes through pines, along steep embankments and around boulders, and that also offers views of lakes and wetlands. Courses are marked and supported with aid.

Available distances include:

5M
10M
15M

All registrants receive a custom cozy beanie. All finishers receive a custom campfire mug and are eligible for awards. Finish food is provided.

A post race area includes a bonfire, a live band, and a beer garden for participants to remain on site after finishing. The description above reflects the event format, included items, course characteristics, and on site amenities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Michigan Lyndon Township

Race information

Website

15 mi

15m

10 mi

10m

5 mi

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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