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Sunday, October 11th, 2026
300 Waterworks Drive (Sandy Beach), Hillsdale MI
5K
48–64°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
46–62°F
dry
2024
49–73°F
dry
2023
40–60°F
dry
2022
52–71°F
rain
2021
65–77°F
dry
2020
51–64°F
dry
2019
46–65°F
rain
2018
46–66°F
dry
2017
51–59°F
rain
2016
49–67°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Join us for a 5K race at the beautiful Baw Beese lake, starting at Sandy Beach, 300 Waterworks Drive, Hillsdale, MI. Learn more about Sandy Beach
Race Details
- Timing: This event will be chip timed.
- Course: A well-marked paved course through the beautiful area of Baw Beese Lake trail.
- Scenery: Experience the stunning fall colors.
- Date: The race will take place on October 11, 2026.
Awards and Recognition
The overall winners (male/female) will receive trophies and medals to the top two male and females in age groups:
- Categories: 0-11: 12-13: 14-15: 16-18: 19-24: 25-29: 30-34: 35-39: 40-44: 45-49: 50-54: 55-59: 60-64: 65-69: 70-74: 75-79: 80-84: 85-89 (etc).
- Series: This event will be the final race of the 2024 Tri-County Race series.
- Locations: The series includes various races in Hillsdale, Lenawee, and Branch Counties.
Sponsorship and Purpose
- Sponsor: This event is sponsored by US 12 Heritage Trail Daughters of the American Revolution.
- Proceeds: Proceeds will go to Wreaths Across America.
- Honoring Veterans: Funds will be used to honor local Veterans with wreaths at their final resting places at Christmas.
Registration Link
For more details and to register, visit Fall Freedom 5K Run/Walk.
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