Grand Island Trail Runs

Grand Island Trail Runs

Grand Island Trail Runs takes place July 31, 2027 on Grand Island, offshore from Munising, Michigan. The event offers multiple trail distances that follow the island perimeter and interior trails, with coastal views of Lake Superior and sections through hardwood forests and sandstone cliffs.

Distances offered:

• 50 Mile
• 50K
• Marathon
• Half Marathon

Courses include singletrack, two track, narrow dirt roads and sandy beach. Notable features along the routes include Trout Bay, Echo Lake, the island tombolo, Jacobsville sandstone cliffs and North Beach. Elevation and distance details are provided for each distance, for example the 50 Mile is listed as 51.9 miles with about 3,041 feet of elevation gain and the half marathon as 13.3 miles with about 415 feet of gain.

Aid stations are placed on course with water, an electrolyte drink (Gnarly Fuel2O), and light snacks; runners are required to carry a 20 oz water bottle or other functional hydration system. Ferry transport connects the mainland and the island; a ferry ride is included with registration and the crossing takes about ten minutes. Parking at the ferry dock is limited; shuttle pickup locations are listed on event materials. Entrant limit is 500. The event provides a custom finisher medal for all finishers and podium awards for top finishers. Refunds and transfer policies are stated in the event details. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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