
From the Organizer
PLEASE NOTE: THE DEADLINE TO RECIEVE A RACE SHIRT IS REGISTERING PRIOR TO MONDAY, JUNE 22ND AT 9:00AM EDT. (We will have order 2-3 extra in each size but no entry will be guaranteed a shirt after that time has passed)
This 4-mile race starts and finishes in historic Sand Lake Michigan. Our course is relatively flat and certainly FAST - circling around Sand Lake through a combination of pavement, dirt roads, and paved trails. The race will be a part of the Sand Lake 4th of July Celebration. Proceeds will be used to raise funds for the Cedar Springs Cross Country program.
Watch the Course Preview Video (4 miles in 4 minutes).
"Run 4 the 4th" is a fun event for the whole family, whether you are testing your fitness or just looking for a fun way to start your 4th of July, this event will be great for the whole family. This is a Run/Walk event. Packet Pick-up will be at the Sand Lake White Pine Trail Pavilion.
This event is hand-timed. Results will be posted for viewing in-person following the conclusion of the race and uploaded online in within 1 hour of the conclusion of the race.
Events
Weather
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
83°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kent City 2 Sw, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
916 ft
Nearest Airport
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 29 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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6th Annual Sand Lake Run 4 the 4th
Jul 4, 2026