
From the Organizer
Run/ walk 5K along bike path adjacent to Thunder Bay River
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
76°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Alpena Wwtp, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
10,178
as of 2023
Elevation
609 ft
Nearest Airport
APN
Alpena County Regional Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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From Endurance Grid
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Dork Brothers 5K
Jul 4, 2026