The Grind 5K Run/Walk at Beck's Mill

The Grind 5K Run/Walk

The Grind is a rolling out and back road countryside race held in Washington County, Indiana with a steep "Grind" hill at the start. (located approximately 5 miles south of Salem)

Event Details

• Date: 2026-09-12
• Location: 4433 S. Beck's Mill Road, Salem, IN
• Race URL: The Grind Registration

Race Entry Benefits

• Entry Includes: Access to historic Beck's Mill and grounds.
• Post-Race Amenities: Breakfast and snacks will be provided.
• Experience: Participants can enjoy the quiet countryside, tours of the mill, and learn about its history.
• Comfort Zone: Relax at the waterfall (dam) at the old mill post-race.

Finisher Medals and Awards

• Medals: Finisher medals for the first 100 finishers.
• Awards: Overall top 3 male & female run and walk finalists will be recognized.
• Scoring: Timer will score via age groups.

Race Course Information

• Course Map: Race course Map CLICK HERE
• Race Registration: Participants in the walk division are required to WALK the entire race: modify your registration if necessary.
• Event Series: This is a Mag 7 Race.

Race Fees

• Cost: $25 with shirt or $20 without shirt, until August 30.
• September Fees: $25 in September with no shirt guarantee.
• Shirt Availability: Additional shirts might be available race day on a first-come basis.

Support for Beck's Mill

All proceeds go to Friends of Beck's Mill.

Thank you for supporting Beck's Mill! The Beck family built their first mill on this historic site in 1808. Their third mill still remains. The mill once ground corn, small grains such as wheat and processed wool: all powered by water! After setting idle for more than 50 years, the little grist mill south of Salem, Indiana is now churning out a product that once made it famous. In 2008 Beck's Mill was returned in restored and operational condition to the directors of the Friends of Beck’s Mill, Inc. Beck’s Mill is operated solely by the efforts of an all volunteer staff and the leadership of Friends of Beck’s Mill, Inc. continues to enhance the visitor experience to Beck's Mill every year as numerous new events are planned every season. The Grind 5K is the mill's largest annual fundraiser.