22nd Annual Bear River Crawl
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- 101 E Lake St, Petoskey, MI
- Distance
- Bear River Crawl
From the Organizer
The 22nd annual Bear River Crawl is a 5K Run/Walk which will continue to donate all proceeds to the
Northern Michigan Cancer Crusaders.
This race has received rave reviews of being a fun run with trails and a scenic route. Many families enjoy the race every year.
The 5K run course will take you up one side of the Bear River then cross a footbridge and onto a gravel trail that hugs the river.The last mile you'll run in the shade while listening to the roar of the rapids on the river.
Bay Front Park, Petoskey, Michigan
Start time is 8:00 am
AWARDS - 5K run
Overall male and female finishers and the top male and female finishers in each division.
Divisions: 15 & under, 16-19, 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-75; 76- 79; 80 & over
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
77°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Petoskey Ncmc, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Petoskey, MI
Nearest Airport
PLN
Pellston Regional Airport of Emmet County Airport · 16 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 22nd Annual Bear River Crawl?
- 22nd Annual Bear River Crawl is a running race held in Petoskey, Michigan on July 18, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 22nd Annual Bear River Crawl?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Petoskey, Michigan at 101 E Lake St, Petoskey, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 22nd Annual Bear River Crawl?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
22nd Annual Bear River Crawl
Jul 18, 2026