Headless Horseman BYU

Race Overview

Come on out and join us for the newest Michigan Trail Experience race. Experience a beautiful 4.167 mile loop through Sleepy Hollow State Park. The park contains over 2,600 acres including a river winding its way through the woods. The course will take you through prairie grass fields, hardwood forest, and stands of Pine trees. This race is a 12hr Back Yard Ultra, last man standing rules, with an option to do the single lap. Elevation gain 151ft.

Event Details

• Date: 2026-10-31
• Location: 7835 E Price Rd, Laingsburg, MI
• Race URL: Headless Horseman BYU
• Chip Timing: Live results available

Single Lap Option

• Start Time: 9 AM, starting with the 12 Hr runners
• Entry Fee: $35 until Oct 23rd, $40 from Oct 24th through Oct 31st
• Entry Fee 18 and under: $27 until Oct 23rd, $35 from Oct 24th to Oct 31st
• Packet Pickup: Race day morning starting at 7:00 am

12 Hr Back Yard Ultra

• Start Time: 9 AM
• Entry Fee: $65 until Oct 24th, $70 from Oct 25th through Oct 31st
• Packet Pickup: Race day morning starting at 7:00 am
• Results: This will be chip timed with each lap being recorded.

Awards and Prizes

• Overall Finishers: Male and female will receive a $25 Playmakers gift card
• Age Group Winners: First places in each age group will receive a $10 Playmakers gift card
• 12 Hr Overall Winner: Headless Horseman trophy and $25 Playmakers gift card
• Headless Horseman Finishers: Smaller trophy for other finishers

Additional Information

• Aid Stations: No aid station on the course. One aid station near the start/finish with snacks and drinks
• Headlamp: Required for the last couple of laps, sunset is at 6:21 pm
• Contact: For any questions, please email [email protected]
• Course Link: View Course