Grand Mere Challenge 5K

Stevensville, United States • 1 Nov 2025

The Grand Mere Challenge 5K is a 5K trail race in Stevensville, Michigan, starting and finishing inside Grand Mere State Park. The course blends rolling sand dunes, shaded forest singletrack, and scenic stretches along Lake Michigan, delivering a challenging yet scenic run. Runners encounter dune climbs, wooded trails, and lake views at the midway point. Open to runners of varying abilities, the event emphasizes community with a race bib and timing, a T-shirt (guaranteed if registered by October 17), and post-race soup, coffee, and hot chocolate. The race takes place on Saturday, November 1, 2025, with a $20 registration fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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5 km
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