Bear Lake Ultra
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Bear Lake Ultra : Lapeer, MI
Bear Lake Ultra is a 24 hour looped ultra held at Bear Lake Camp in Lapeer, Michigan. Participants run or walk as many laps as they choose on an approximately 3.1 mile loop that circles the camp. The course follows rolling hills and includes single-track trails, wider trail sections, some grass and several bridge crossings.
The event is chipped and cupless. A fully stocked aid station at the start/finish offers a wide range of foods and drinks including PBJ, soup, fruit, cookies, pizza, grilled cheese, and water, plus heated indoor bathrooms with showers. Pacers are permitted after 16 laps or once it is dark, whichever comes first. Runners must return timing chips when finished. Partial laps are not counted for distance awards.
Included with registration are a hooded sweatshirt if registered by 2026-09-01 to guarantee size, Friday night dinner at packet pick up, weekend tent camping near the aid station (cars park in designated lots; no RVs or campers), and a mystery gift. The aid station does not supply gels, supplements, or personal medications. A used gear swap and eyeglass collection take place at packet pick up.
All event profits are given to Lions Bear Lake Blind Camp, a 501c3. The race has raised over $76,855 for the camp across nine years. There are no refunds, deferrals, transfers, or virtual options. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
