Top of Michigan Festival of Races
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Top of Michigan Festival of Races
The Top of Michigan Festival of Races is a group of road and trail races held at Lime Kiln Kid’s Fishing Pier in Bayfront Park, Petoskey, Michigan. Proceeds benefit the Top of Michigan Trails Council and the Petoskey High School Track and Cross Country teams.
The courses use the Little Traverse Wheelway and are organized as out-and-back routes from the Petoskey waterfront. Most of the route is paved, with a few sections on grass and dirt and a short section on trail. The 10K and Half Marathon connect into Petoskey State Park. The course is relatively flat and follows the waterfront of Little Traverse Bay.
Distances offered:
- Half Marathon - 13.1 Miles
- 10K Run - 6.2 Miles
- 5K Run/Walk - 3.1 Miles
Early registration fees are listed for each distance, and fees increase on February 15 and again on April 15, 2027. Registration includes refreshments, finisher medals, top male and female awards, and race branded items. Parking is available in three public lots along Bayfront Drive; the marina parking lot should not be used. Sunset Park has limited spots and some local businesses provide additional parking areas. Participants may need to walk from parking to the start area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
