The FRED Running Relays - 200 Mile
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The FRED Running Relays
The FRED Running Relays take place Friday July 10 to Saturday July 11, 2026 in Rockford, Michigan (7733 Childsdale Ave NE). Teams run relay segments on the fully paved White Pine Trail, a 92-mile trail that runs from Grand Rapids to Cadillac. The event offers relay formats that cover a total of 25, 50, 100, or 200 miles along sections of the trail.
Distances
- 25 mile relay - suggested 5 segments, team covers all 25 miles
- 50 mile relay - 11 legs, runs from Big Rapids to Belmont
- 100 mile relay - 18 legs, runs from Cadillac (Spur 19) to Belmont
- 200 mile relay - 36 legs, runs from Belmont around Lake Cadillac and back
Course and logistics
Legs on the 200-mile relay range from about 2 to 9.5 miles. Team size options vary by distance: the 25 and 50 relays allow multiple runners per team, the 100 allows up to 6 participants, and the 200 offers 6-, 9- or 12-person team options. The 25-mile course starts in Sand Lake and finishes at Third Nature Brewing; the 100 and 200 routes also finish near Third Nature Brewing. Designated vehicle exchange or rest areas for the 200-mile relay include Pierson, Reed City, and Lake Cadillac. The event uses What3Words location markers for starts and exchanges.
Each registration includes a shirt, finisher medal, and one complimentary food and drink ticket. A percentage of proceeds supports the West Michigan Trails Organization. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
