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Crooked Loops Trail Run

Date
October 10, 2026
Distance
2.5 · 5.5 · 8.5
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From the Organizer

October is the peak of fall colors at Independence Oaks, so you will be running and walking through some of the most wonderfully decorated hardwood forests in southeastern Michigan, as well as on wood chip trails. Choose from any of three races of varying lengths - all beginning and ending at the same location.

The 2.5 Mile race makes a single circuit around Crooked Lake, with rolling hills. The challenging 5.5 Mile race continues a second time around the lake and branches off onto Rock Ridge Trail. The longest 8.5 Mile race includes a third lap, continuing onto Spring Lake Trail, and is not for the faint of heart.

For more information visit the website https://runningventure.com/crooked-loops-trail-run/

Events

2.59:30 AMRegister →
5.59:30 AMRegister →
8.59:30 AMRegister →

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

63°

Typical Low

44°

Chance of Rain

38%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Pontiac Oakland Co Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:41 AMSunset 7:01 PMDaylight 11h 20m

Host City

About Clarkston, MI

Elevation

1,003 ft

Nearest Airport

FNT

Bishop International Airport · 25 mi

Major Hub

DTW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 35 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Crooked Loops Trail Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

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Days to train

Race
Crooked Loops Trail Run
Date
October 10, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Crooked Loops Trail Run?
Crooked Loops Trail Run is a running race held in Clarkston, Michigan on October 10, 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 Crooked Loops Trail Run?
Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Clarkston, Michigan at 9501 Sashabaw Rd, Clarkston, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Crooked Loops Trail Run?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Crooked Loops Trail Run

Oct 10, 2026

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