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When
Saturday, October 31st, 2026
Where
7835 E Price Rd, Laingsburg MI
Distances
Ultra
Typical weather
40–54°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
36–51°F
dry
2024
53–71°F
dry
2023
30–41°F
dry
2022
50–60°F
rain
2021
41–57°F
dry
2020
27–50°F
dry
2019
34–44°F
rain
2018
46–58°F
rain
2017
34–41°F
dry
2016
42–52°F
dry
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About this race
Headless Horseman BYU Race Description
Event Overview
- Date: 2026-10-31
- Location: 7835 E Price Rd, Laingsburg, MI
- Course: 4.167 mile loop through Sleepy Hollow State Park
- Elevation Gain: 151 ft
Race Options
- Single Loop Option: Starts at 9:00am, chip timed with live results
- 12hr Back Yard Ultra: Starts at 9:00am, last man standing rules
- Course Link: View Course
- Headlamp Requirement: Required for last couple of laps, sunset at 6:21pm
Single Loop Option Details
- Entry Fee: $35 until Oct 23th, $40 from Oct 24th to Oct 31st
- Entry Fee (18 and under): $27 until Oct 23th, $35 from Oct 24th to Oct 31st
- Packet Pickup: Race day morning starting at 7:00 am
- Race Swag: All entries will receive a T-shirt and finisher patch
Results and Awards
- Results: Accurate chip time and place will be texted to your phone
- Awards: Overall male and female finishers receive a $25 Playmakers gift card
- Age Group Awards: First places in each age group receive a $10 Playmakers gift card
- Age Groups: 15 and under, 16-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65-74, 75 and over
12 Hr Back Yard Ultra Details
- Entry Fee: $65 until Oct 24th, $70 from Oct 25th to Oct 31st
- Packet Pickup: Race day morning starting at 7:00 am
- Race Swag: All entries will receive a T-shirt and patch
- Awards: Overall winner receives a Headless Horseman trophy and $25 Playmakers gift card
Additional Information
- Registration: Be sure to preregister, no race day registration available
- Course Aid: No aid station on course, one near start/finish with snacks and drinks
- Updates: More updates will come about the 12hr event
- Contact: For questions, email michigantrailexperience@gmail.com
Race URL
- Event Info: Headless Horseman BYU Race
Course map
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