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Sunday, November 1st, 2026
2975 N Old US 23, Howell MI
5K
40–54°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
35–51°F
dry
2024
41–52°F
dry
2023
26–40°F
dry
2022
50–65°F
dry
2021
37–48°F
dry
2020
32–48°F
rain
2019
31–41°F
dry
2018
41–46°F
rain
2017
34–43°F
dry
2016
47–73°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
This gorgeous trail race benefits the Hartland Area Project, 10am Sunday, November 1st, 2026. The race trail winds around Lake Walden with a start and finish at Waldenwoods Resort & Conference Center, the crown jewel of Livingston County (established in 1924).
Registration Information
- Cost: $30 until Oct 20th
- Cost: $35 until Nov 2nd
- Cost: $40 day of race
- Note: Race day sign-up is allowed.
Community Impact
This event is open to all with Waldenwoods organizing the race with the help of Running Lab of Brighton to benefit the local community. The Hartland Area Project was established in 1929 to assist in three key areas of community bonds:
- Health and welfare
- Education and culture
- Economic Development
Race Amenities
- Timing: Old-school analog timing
- Snacks: Post-race snacks available
- T-shirt: A T-shirt will be provided
- Prizes: Raffle prizes available, with everyone entered for a chance to win other prizes including a 1 Year Waldenwoods Day Use Membership.
Registration Deadline
To ensure we have enough race day swag, please register by October 12th. Anyone registering after that date will not be guaranteed race swag.
Event Link
For more information, visit the official race page: Waldenwoods Turkey Trot.
Course map
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Run clubs near Howell to train with before race day.
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