Bear Lake Ultra
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About the race
Bear Lake Ultra is a 24 hour ultrarunning event held October 2–3, 2027 at Bear Lake Camp, 3409 5 Lakes Rd, Lapeer, MI 48446. The event uses an approximately 3.1 miles loop around the camp that runners repeat as many times as they wish during the 24 hours.
The course follows rolling hills and includes single-track trails, wider trail sections, some grassy stretches, and a few bridge crossings. Participants may run or walk at any pace and may stop and resume on the course within the 24 hour period.
Registration information on the event listing shows opening and closing dates and a registration fee of $99.99. Included with registration are a hooded sweatshirt (size guarantee requires registration by 9-1-26), Friday night dinner at packet pick up, weekend tent camping (no RVs or campers), a mystery gift, and access to a fully stocked aid station offering items such as sandwiches, soup, fruit, cookies, snacks, and beverages. Gels, other supplements, and personal medications are not provided.
The event is chipped and cup less. Runners must turn in their timing chip and bib tag before leaving the camp grounds. The aid station is at the start/finish and has heated indoor bathrooms with showers. Pacers are allowed after 16 laps or after dark, whichever comes first. Awards include a custom pint glass for the top male and female by laps and a belt buckle for completing 100 miles or more; partial loops do not count.
All profits are given to Lions Bear Lake Blind Camp. The camp is owned and operated by Lions Visually Impaired Youth Camp, Inc., a 501C-3 nonprofit. There are no refunds, defers, transfers, or virtual options. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
