Kal-Haven Trail Run

APR
11
2026
The Kal-Haven Trail Run is a scenic ultra-distance and relay event on the Kal-Haven Trail State Park. Choose from a solo ~33.5-mile ultra, a two-person relay, or a team of 3-6 runners. All finishers receive a medal on this gently downhill route from Kalamazoo to South Haven.
Sat 11 Apr 2026
34 miles

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Event Overview

The Kal-Haven Trail Run is an ultra-distance and relay event held on Saturday, April 11, 2026. It takes place on the Kal-Haven Trail State Park, a scenic route running from "the Caboose" in Kalamazoo to South Haven, Michigan. The course is described as gently downhill and is approximately 33.5 miles long.

Events and Distances

The run offers three participation formats:

  • Solo Runner: A single runner completing the full ~33.5 mile distance.
  • 2-Person Relay Team: A duo splits the course, with an exchange point in Bloomingdale.
  • 3-6 Person Relay Team: A team completes the course across six defined legs, ranging from 3.5 to 8.0 miles each.

Event Details

Ten aid stations along the course provide food, hydration, and relay exchange points. The event is designated as an RRCA Championship Race. A finisher medal is given to all participants who complete their event.

Registration and Logistics

Registration is online only, with no paper or race-day payment accepted. To receive a commemorative shirt, registration must be completed by March 22, 2026. Parking is not allowed on 10th Street; overflow parking with a continuous shuttle service is provided from Center Point Church. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

34 mi
2 Person Relay Team
34 mi
3-6 Person Relay Team
34 mi
Solo Runner