Join us for a Scenic Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K Run/Walk in the Heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore!
All races finish in Empire, MI. The Marathon and Half Marathon start at the Dune Climb, while the 5K begins at Empire Beach.
Marathon Course: This out-and-back route takes runners past the iconic Dune Climb, Little Glen Lake, and through the charming village of Glen Arbor. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Manitou Islands and Sleeping Bear Dunes throughout the course.
Half Marathon Course: Experience challenging hills and stunning scenery along the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail.
5K Course: A fun out-and-back route that finishes at the beautiful shores of Empire Beach.
Held at the peak of fall color season, this tree-lined course offers a memorable experience for both runners and spectators alike. Come see why Good Morning America calls this area one of the most beautiful in the United States!
Oct 03, 2026
Distance — 42.2K
Type — Running
07:30
$85.00
Oct 03, 2026
Distance — 21.1K
Type — Running
08:00
$75.00
Oct 03, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:20
$35.00
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Official finishing times from previous editions of Sleeping Bear Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K.
| Place | Name | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Pete Fleming | — | |
| 🥈 | Bobbie Coltrain | — | |
| 🥉 | Nicole Ross | — | |
| 4 | Jim Wagner | — | |
| 5 | Amy Willing | — | |
| 6 | Nicole Justa | — | |
| 7 | Pamela Shields | — | |
| 8 | Dan Dean | — | |
| 9 | Angela Merz | — | |
| 10 | Kelsey Busch | — | |
| 11 | Amy Schadler | — | |
| 12 | Shelby Chapman | — | |
| 13 | Brian Ciluffo | — | |
| 14 | Janet Stensland | — | |
| 15 | Michele Gilpin | — | |
| 16 | Kathleen M Ryan | — |
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