Canal Run

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Join us for the 50th annual Canal Run, the premier running event in Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula, on Saturday, July 18, 2026! Following the rolling hills along the Portage Lake Shipping Canal, the Canal Run offers four distances for runners and walkers of all levels, including a half marathon, 10-mile run, 10-mile walk, five-mile run, five-mile walk and two-mile fun run/walk. The Canal Run also features adaptive races for wheelchair or blade participants!

📅 Official Events

Official events include:

• Half Marathon: A challenging distance for serious runners.
• Bob Olson 10 Mile Run: A standout event for long-distance runners.
• 5 Mile Run: Perfect for those looking for speed and fun!
• 10 Mile Walk: An excellent choice for walkers wanting a challenge.
• 5 Mile Walk: A leisurely option for all skill levels.
• 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk: Great for families and beginners.
• Kid's Dash: Fun and excitement for the little ones.
• Adaptive Categories: Inclusive categories for the Half, 10 Mile and 2 Mile distances.

💖 Community Impact

The Canal Run is self-sustaining, bringing in enough money in registration fees and sponsorships to cover all the costs. Since 2011, the organizing committee has been able to donate over $30,000 to area non-profit organizations as part of its Canal Run Gives Back program.

🔗 More Information

For additional details and registration, please visit the official race page: Canal Run Registration.