Black Bear Run 6K/12K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- Black Bear Run - 6K Run · Black Bear Run - 12K Run · Black Bear Run - 6K Walk
From the Organizer
The 44th Annual Black Bear Run takes you through scenic trails of the Hiawatha Sportsman’s Club. The course is a combination of pavement and gravel.
All runs and walks start at 8 AM.
- 12K starts at Engadine High School.
- 6K participants are bused to start.
- Buses for 6K participants will leave Engadine High School at 7:30 AM, or you can be dropped off. Buses are also available for transportation back to the high school.
- Each runner gets a dry-fit t-shirt
Trophies are presented to the overall winners.
1st, 2nd, & 3rd place medals awarded to male and female winners of the 12K Run, 6K Run, and 6K Walk for each age division.
Age Divisions: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and up
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
76°
Typical Low
52°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Engadine Mdot, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Engadine, MI
Elevation
756 ft
Nearest Airport
CIU
Chippewa County International Airport · 54 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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26
Days to train
- Race
- Black Bear Run 6K/12K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Black Bear Run 6K/12K?
- Black Bear Run 6K/12K is a running race held in Engadine, Michigan on July 4, 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 Black Bear Run 6K/12K?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Engadine, Michigan at W13920 Melville Street, Engadine, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Black Bear Run 6K/12K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Black Bear Run 6K/12K
Jul 4, 2026