Winter Trail Fest 13.1 Mile Westside

Winter Trail Fest Westside : event overview

Winter Trail Fest Westside is a trail running event at Yankee Springs Recreation Area, Deep Lake Campground in Middleville, Michigan, on February 21, 2026. The event offers the following distances:

• 13.1 mi Half Marathon
• 5 Mile

Both running and rucking divisions are available, plus virtual race options and economy registration packages. The course is expected to feature winter trail conditions such as snow, slush, ice, or mud. The half marathon route includes rolling hills and rugged singletrack; the 5 Mile course provides a shorter, faster trail option. The course also includes a river crossing with an alternate route that adds 0.25 miles to avoid the crossing.

Entries, included items, and policies

Registration includes a custom race hoodie, a finisher medal, chip timing with live results, race day photos, post-race food and drinks, and age-group awards. The event is part of a medal series with a connecting medal available when combined with the Summer Trail Fest Ultra and Half Marathon events; a multi-race bundle offers a discount. Refund and transfer policies state no refunds within 30 days of the event; requests made earlier than 30 days may receive a 50% refund of the entry fee (processing fees excluded). Entries cannot be deferred to another year or event. Entries may be transferred to another individual for a $5 fee; shirt size changes are not allowed. If the race is canceled for reasons beyond the race director's control, refunds will not be issued and race packets will be made available. The event location address is 2526 S Yankee Springs Rd, Middleville, MI 49333. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.