Kal-Haven Trail Run

April 11th - Date Pending DNR FINAL APPROVAL

About This Event:

• Overview: The Kal-Haven Trail Run is the Southwest Michigan Hometown Ultra, a great first ultra for anyone looking to expand their running beyond 26.2 miles, and a great hometown ultra to keep challenging yourself to a new PR every year.
• Relay Options: If an ultra is not for you, this run allows participants from all fitness levels to be involved as a 2-person relay team (duo), or 3-6 person relay team.
• Scenic Route: The KAR Kal-Haven Ultra Run will be held on the Kal-Haven Trail State Park, offering a scenic, gently downhill run from “the Caboose” in Kalamazoo to South Haven (almost to the beach, but not quite).
• Aid Stations: There are ten aid stations that will energize runners with food, hydration, and awesome encouragement.

Important Dates & Times:

• Race Day: Saturday, April 11, 2026
• Solo Runners: 7:00 AM Start Time
• 2 Person Teams: 7:30 AM Start Time
• 3 to 6 Person Teams: 8:00 AM Start Time

Registration:

Payment must be made when you register - there will be NO payment accepted at packet pick-up or race day.

As well, there is no paper registrations. If you are planning to register day of, please bring a device that you can register on.

Registration Fees:

• Online registration WITH Commemorative Shirt (Dec 1 - March 22)
  • Solo Registration: $75
  • 2 Person Team Registration: $55 per team member
  • 3 to 6 Person Team Registration: $45 per team member
• Late / Day-Of Registration (March 23 - April 11) NO SHIRT OPTION when registering AFTER March 22
  • Solo Registration: $85
  • 2 Person Team Registration: $65 per team member
  • 3 to 6 Person Team Registration: $55 per team member

Packet Pickup:

• Friday, April 10th: 4pm - 7pm - Mitten Running Co, 6290 S Westnedge Ave Ste A, Portage, MI 49002
• Saturday, April 11th: 6am – 7:45am @ Kal-Haven Trail State Park, 4143 10th Street N, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 (where the race starts)

Event Information:

• RRCA Championship Race
• Solo Runners: 7:00 am start - Kalamazoo to South Haven, MI ~33.5 miles
• Drop Bags: Solo runners may have up to 3 drop bags
• Shuttle Service: Two return shuttles times available: 1:30pm & 3:30pm sharp. Must pay for this at time of registration.

Parking:

Please note that parking is not allowed along 10th Street or along the entrance to the 10th Street Trailhead. Overflow parking is at Center Point Church. There will be a provided shuttle service for everyone attending the Kal-Haven Trail Run. Starting from Center Point Church at 2345 10th St N, Kalamazoo, the shuttle will run on a continuous loop from 6:30am to 8:15am.

The Fine Print:

• Registration Policies: All registrations are final, no refunds or deferments will be given.
• Shirt Guarantee: To guarantee a commemorative shirt, registration must be received by March 22, 2026.
• Relay Team Notes: A coed 3-4 person team must have a minimum of one female runner: a coed 5-6 person team must have a minimum of two female runners.

Awards:

• Finisher Medals: All finishers will receive a finisher medal
• Age Group Awards: Awards for each event will be broken down to 5 year age groups, and will have awards for Male, Female, and Non-Binary
• Event Categories: Awards will be given for Solo event, 2 Person Relay (overall only), and 3 to 6 Person Relay (overall only)

For more details and to register, visit Kal-Haven Trail Run.