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North Shore Trail Run

Name: North Shore Trail Run
Start: 2025-10-04
End: 2025-10-04
Location: Spring Lake

Spring Lake, United States • 4 Oct 2025

The North Shore Trail Run, set in beautiful Spring Lake, MI, features a variety of events including a 10K Trail Run, a 5K Trail Run/Hike/Walk, a Combo 10K + 5K option, and a free 2K Kids Fun Run. This annual event, taking place on October 4, 2025, supports local nonprofits such as Love in Action and the Chariots of Fire Youth Running Club. Participants can enjoy scenic trails at Coast Guard Park, receive unique finisher medals made from locally grown pumpkins, and partake in a post-race celebration with food and music. The event emphasizes community involvement and safety, encouraging a headphone-free environment. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Michigan Spring Lake

Race information

Registration

10 km

10k Trail Run

10 km

Combo 10k + 5k Trail Run (separate Events)

5 km

5k Trail Run/hike/walk

2k Kids Fun Run

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

Trail runs nearby

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Trails to Hope Turkey Trot

Belmont - 29 mi from Spring Lake

5 km

10 km

3 hr

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Saturday Jun 21

Wicked Worm

Grand Rapids - 28 mi from Spring Lake

Backyard Ultra

10 km

6 hr

12 hr

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Mt. Baldhead Challenge

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10 km

13 mi

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