Clark Lake Run

Clark Lake Run 2026

Welcome to the 51st running at beautiful Clark Lake. WOW ! ! OVER a Half a century of Road Racing at beautiful Clark Lake. Please come celebrate with us. The first run was in 1976 and only one event was a 7 Mile around the Lake. In 1993 WE made the 7 miler a 12K and added a 5K Run, 5K Walk & 3/4K kids Run. This year we will again be putting an emphasis on the 12K with added prize money in this event. Truly one of Michigan's Premier summer events. You will enjoy the course that encompass the lake on gently rolling hills with breathtaking lake front views. Our post race party and award ceremony at the Beach Bar Patio on the shore of Clark Lake is second to none. The proceeds from this event will be used for the continued progress and maintenance of The Thomas R. Collins Memorial Spirit Trail.

Packet Pick Up & Registration

• Date: 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

Entry Fees

• Special Pricing: Only $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.

Time Limit

A Time limit for the 12K run is 90 minutes (12-minute pace). You must be able to finish the 12K within 90 minutes or please sign up for the 5K Run. No one under the age of 12 is allowed in the 12K Run.

Registration Notice

Be sure to preregister! - The fee goes up and there are very limited shirt sizes on race day.

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. HIGHLY ENCOURAGE REGISTERING ONLINE.

Results

Your accurate chip time and place will be texted to your phone and posted on this site. Printed results will be posted on site.

Awards

• Overall Awards: Top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), Masters (40+) in the 12k Run, 5k Run, and 5k Walk.
• Age Group Awards: Top 3 in each age group.
• Cash Awards 12K: Male and Female top 5 overall. 1ST $150, 2ND $125, 3RD $100, 4TH $75, 5TH $50.
• 12K Cash awards: Master male and female overall 1st $100, 2nd $75, 3rd $50, 4th $25, 5th $25.

Important Policies

• No Dogs: Please note there are no dogs permitted at this event. Service dogs excluded. This is for the safety of both our participants and your dogs. Thank you.
• Timed by: The race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.
• Event Date: Join us on August 1, 2026.
• Location: 3509 Ocean Beach Road, Clark Lake, MI.

Come join us for a continued celebration of this classic summer race - Run your best at Clark Lake 2026. An event that promises to deliver excitement and memories! For more information, visit the race page.