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Saturday, September 26th, 2026
5650 Sandhill Road, Almont MI
5K · 1 Mile
55–71°F · some rain risk
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2025
56–75°F
dry
2024
57–73°F
dry
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59–68°F
dry
2022
51–59°F
rain
2021
51–72°F
dry
2020
61–79°F
dry
2019
55–67°F
dry
2018
53–69°F
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2017
68–88°F
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2016
58–66°F
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Sep 26
Cloudy · 51–72°F
Saturday, Sep 26starts near 51°F · 13% chance of rain · wind up to 8 mph
About this race
Welcome to Campfire 5K
Calling all runners, walkers, amblers, and wanderers to the woods and fields of Almont’s beautiful Camp Skyline. Skyline boasts 200 acres, including the highest point in Lapeer County. Welcome to the second annual Campfire 5K!
Race Details
- Date: 2026-09-26
- Location: 5650 Sandhill Road, Almont, MI
- 5K Start Time: 9 a.m.
- 1 Mile Race Start Time: 9:10 a.m.
Packet Pickup and Registration
Packet pickup/Registration begins at 8:15 a.m.
The Routes
- Course Description: Both the 1 mile and 5k courses will include wooded trails, fields, and a private dirt road.
- Roads: No public roads are in use as part of the event.
- Dogs: While we do enjoy seeing your furry friends, no dogs will be allowed at this event.
- Accessibility: Strollers and wheelchairs/walkers can be used at your own risk - advise caution with steep inclines/declines, rocks, roots, and other natural obstructions.
What's Included
- Timing: Professional timing by Ope Racing Company
- Finisher's Medal: A unique finisher's medal
- Refreshments: Post-race banana and water
- T-shirt: Race t-shirt only guaranteed if you register before 9/22
- S'mores: Post-race s'more!
Timing
This event will be chip-timed, with timing services provided by Ope Racing Company.
Post-Race
- Refreshments: Post-race water and bananas will be provided.
- S'mores: An opportunity to make your own s'more!
- Catering: Skyline's Camp kitchen will have an assortment of coffee, beverages, and treats available for purchase!
Age Group and Overall Awards
- 1 Mile: Awards will be presented for 1st place (ungendered) in age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-17, 18+
- 5K: Awards for 1st place (male and female) in age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-17, 18-54, 55+
- Overall Awards: 1st and 2nd Overall awards for each male and female in the 5K.
For more information, visit the Campfire 5K website.
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