Michigan Spartan Event Weekend

JUL
18-19
2026
Experience an obstacle course race at Michigan's highest vertical ski resort. Choose between 5K and 10K distances featuring steep climbs and rugged trails just 20 minutes from Grand Rapids.
18-19 Jul 2026
Sprint 5k Super 10k Kids Race Kids Race

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Michigan Spartan Event Weekend

The Michigan Spartan Event Weekend takes place at the Cannonsburg Ski Area in Belmont, Michigan, approximately 20 minutes from Grand Rapids. This venue serves as the highest vertical ski resort in southwestern Michigan, featuring a landscape of steep climbs, descents, and grit sand pits. The course utilizes over 11 miles of rugged terrain, including a mix of scenic trails, bridges, rolling hills, and water crossings.

Participants can select from several distance options and obstacle counts held across the weekend:

  • Sprint 5K: A 5 km course featuring 20 obstacles.
  • Super 10K: A 10 km course featuring 25 obstacles.
  • Kids Race: Distances ranging from 1 to 3 km with age-appropriate obstacles.

The event location is accessible from major regional cities including Chicago, Detroit, and Milwaukee. Spectator access is available for those who wish to view the races from the sidelines. Registration is open for individuals and teams, with specific options for friends to secure identical start blocks. The event is supported by various on-site amenities, including water stations located along the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
Super 10k
5 km
Sprint 5k
Kids Race
Kids Race