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Reeds Lake Trailblazer

Name: Reeds Lake Trailblazer
Start: 2026-07-04
End: 2026-07-04
Location: Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, United States • 4 Jul 2026

Reeds Lake Trailblazer 5K - East Grand Rapids

The Reeds Lake Trailblazer is a community 5K (3.1 Mile) run/walk held on July 4th, 2026 in East Grand Rapids, Michigan. The event is presented by the East Grand Rapids Community Foundation and uses the EGR Community Center Parking Lot at 750 Lakeside Dr SE as the event gathering area.

The event welcomes families, participants with strollers, and competitive runners. All proceeds from the event are directed to the East Grand Rapids Community Foundation. Registration received by June 11 guarantees a shirt. Adult registration fees increase by $10 on race day, and day-of registration is available.

Early packet pickup is offered on Thursday, July 2, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Historical race results are maintained for previous years. Information about the trail and the foundation is associated with the event organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Michigan Grand Rapids

Race information

Website

5 km

5k Run/walk

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

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