Clark Lake Run

Clark Lake Run

Sat August 1, 2026

Clark Lake, MI 49234 US

Welcome to the 51st running at beautiful Clark Lake. This event has been running for over half a century, starting in 1976. In 1993, the 7-mile race was expanded to a 12K and a 5K Run, 5k Walk & 3/4K kids Run were added. This year, emphasis is placed on the 12K with added prize money. The course features gently rolling hills with breathtaking lake views. The post-race party and award ceremony are held at the Beach Bar Patio. Proceeds benefit the Thomas R. Collins Memorial Spirit Trail.

Packet Pick Up & Registration:

• Friday July 31st from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at the Beach Bar, 3509 Ocean Beach Rd, Clark Lake.
• Race Day: 7am to 8:15 am

Start Times:

• 8:30 am: 12k Run
• 8:35 am: 5k Run
• 8:36 am: 5k Walk
• 9:45 am: Kids Fun Run

Pricing:

• Special New Years pricing: $20 from 1/1 to 1/15.
• 12k and 5k Entry Fee with Shirt: $35 until 7/26, $40 after 7/26.
• Entry Fee without Shirt: $30 until 7/26, $35 after 7/26.
• Kids 3/4K Fun Run Entry Fee with Shirt: $13 until 7/26, $15 after 7/26.
• Entry Fee without Shirt: $8 until 7/26, $10 after 7/26.

Time Limits & Restrictions:

• 12K run has a time limit of 90 minutes.
• No one under 12 is allowed in the 12K Run.

Registration Deadlines:

• Online registration is open until Thursday, July 30th at 11:59 PM.
• In-person registration is available Friday from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm and race day morning starting at 7 am.

Awards:

• Overall Awards for top male and female finishers in Open and Masters categories for 12k Run, 5k Run, and 5k Walk.
• Age Group Awards for top 3 in various age groups for each event.
• Cash Awards for top finishers and course records in 12K and 5K events.

Policies:

• No dogs are permitted at this event (service dogs excluded).

The race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. This race is part of the 2026 ORS Race Series.