
From the Organizer
Join us for the Happy Camper Campground 5K at Emrick Lake — a fun, family-friendly race around Emrick Lake Campground & Resort in Oxford, Wisconsin!
This campground-themed 5K is designed for runners, walkers, families, strollers, and friendly dogs. The course will take participants around the campground property, making it a fun and scenic way to enjoy the Emrick Lake atmosphere while supporting local youth recreation activities.
To keep the race safe and enjoyable, participants will start in two waves. Wave 1 will be for runners and joggers. Wave 2 will be for walkers, dogs, and strollers.
Whether you are running, walking, pushing a stroller, or bringing your four-legged camping buddy, this event is all about community, movement, and making memories at Emrick Lake.
Come run, walk, wag, and camp with us!
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
53°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Montello, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
500
as of 2023
City Elevation
844 ft
Nearest Airport
MSN
Dane County Regional Truax Field · 46 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 102 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Happy Camper 5k at Emrick Lake Campground & Resort, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
81
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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.
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)
Happy Camper 5k at Emrick Lake Campground & Resort
Sep 6, 2026