Winter Trail Fest Half Marathon - Eastside
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Winter Trail Fest Half Marathon and 5 Mile - Eastside
Winter Trail Fest East takes place at Island Lake State Recreation Area in Brighton, Michigan on February 13, 2027. The event offers trail running and rucking over winter terrain that can include snow, ice, slush, or mud.
Available distance options:
- 13.1 Miles Half Marathon
- 5 Miles 5 Mile
Race formats include in-person run divisions, ruck divisions, virtual entries, and economy packages that exclude the finisher medal, custom race bib, and race hoodie. Virtual participants receive a race medal and shirt. Ruck participants are weighed before the event; ruckers under 150 lbs must carry 20 lbs and ruckers over 150 lbs must carry 30 lbs. An early start option is offered for the Half Marathon with separate registration; early starters are not eligible for awards and may pass aid stations before they are set up.
Registration windows and fees vary by option, with listed fees in the source ranging from $43.00 for an economy 5 Mile to $81.00 for the Half Marathon early start. The event combines midwinter trail conditions with multiple participation choices to accommodate runners and ruckers in on-site and virtual formats. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
