Kal-Haven Trail Run is a running race on April 10, 2027 in Kalamazoo, MI, with entry fees from $50 to $95.
About This Event:
The Kal-Haven Trail Run is the Southwest Michigan Hometown Ultra, a great first ultra for anyone looking to expand their running beyond 26.2 miles, and a great hometown ultra to keep challenging yourself to a new PR every year. If an ultra is not for you, this run allows participants from all fitness levels to be involved as a 2-person relay team (duo), or 3-6 person relay team. Shake off those winter cobwebs and run the relay with your best run friends!!
The KAR Kal-Haven Ultra Run will be held on the Kal-Haven Trail State Park, offering a scenic, gently downhill run from “the Caboose” in Kalamazoo to South Haven (almost to the beach, but not quite). There are ten aid stations that will energize runners with food, hydration, and awesome encouragement. These stations also provide runners with relay switch points while also supporting an opportunity for “fans” to support their runners. It’s a day that is sure to be challenging, yet fun.
Important Dates & Times:
Race Day - Saturday, April 10, 2027
Start Times for the 2027 Kal-Haven Trail Run will be in heats and based on anticipated finish times.
There will be 4 starting heats: 7am, 7:30am, 8am, and 8:30am. Heat placement will be determined by the organizers of the race and dependent upon quantity of participants and anticipated finish times.
You will be prompted to submit your anticipated finish time during the registration process. For relay teams, the individual who creates your team will be responsible for submitting the team's anticipated finish time.
Registration:
Registration is available online up until the start of the races.
There is no paper registration. If you are planning to register day of, please bring a device that you can register on.
Registration Fees:
Packet Pickup:
Friday, April 9th, 4pm - 7pm - Mitten Running Co, 6290 S Westnedge Ave Ste A, Portage, MI 49002
Event Information:
RRCA Championship Race
Solo Runners
2 Person Teams
3 to 6 Person Teams
Parking:
Please note that parking is not allowed along 10th Street or along the entrance to the 10th Street Trailhead. Overflow parking is at Center Point Church. There will be a provided shuttle service for everyone attending the Kal-Haven Trail Run. Starting from Center Point Church at 2345 10th St N, Kalamazoo, the shuttle will run on a continuous loop from 6:30am to 8:45am.
The Fine Print:
This year's apparel:
The Kal-Haven Trail Run is excited to offer a commemorative hoodie for the 2027 event! To receive a hoodie, registration must be received by March 21, 2027. IF YOU REGISTER AFTER MARCH 21, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A HOODIE.
Awards:
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
57°
Typical Low
36°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kalamazoo Battle Ck Intl Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Population
73,132
as of 2023
City Elevation
763 ft
Nearest Airport
AZO
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 41 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Kal-Haven Trail Run
Apr 10, 2027