Summer Trail Fest Ultra
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Event overview
Summer Trail Fest Ultra (STFU) is a trail running event on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Sleepy Hollow State Park in Laingsburg, Michigan (7835 E Price Rd). The event includes multiple entry options and race formats:
- 50K
- Half Marathon
- 5 Mile
Additional options listed for the event include economy packages, virtual race entries, ruck divisions for each distance, a pacer role, and a 50K early start. The 2026 event is presented as the fifth year of STFU. The race is paired with Winter Trail Fest; the two events offer magnetically connecting finisher medals and a bundle that provides a 15% discount per race.
Course, support, and logistics
The course is described as roughly 90% well-groomed, scenic singletrack with minimal technical terrain and clear course markings. Aid stations are frequent and well stocked with water, electrolytes, gels, and real food. Cutoff paces are listed as 20:00 per mile for the 50K and 45:00 per mile for the Half Marathon. Post-race provisions include a cookout with burgers, hot dogs, and sides; spectators may purchase picnic tickets in 2026. Parking is available at the race start area, with maps and directional signs provided in the athlete guide and on race day. Registration benefits include a finisher medal, singlet, bumper sticker, chip timing with live results, and race photography. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
