Ludington Lakestride Half Marathon 10K and 5k
- Date
- June 12–13, 2026
- Location
- 2015 Stearns Park, Ludington, MI
- Distance
- Half Marathon · 10K · 5K & more
From the Organizer
Join us to celebrate the 46th Anniversary running of the Ludington Lakestride Races June 13th, 2026! Please note there will be no option for refunds or deferrals.
We appreciate the support of our participants in 2025 who all helped to hold a successful event and look forward to accomplishing this again in 2026!
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day 1
Friday, 6/12
High
80°
Low
58°
Slight chance rain showers then mostly sunny
Race Day 2
Saturday, 6/13
High
81°
Low
59°
Slight chance rain showers then slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Host City
About Ludington, MI
Population
7,664
as of 2023
Elevation
629 ft
Nearest Airport
MKG
Muskegon County Airport · 56 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 88 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Ludington Lakestride Half Marathon 10K and 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
4
Days to train
- Race
- Ludington Lakestride Half Marathon 10K and 5k
- Date
- June 12–13, 2026
- Location
- 2015 Stearns Park, Ludington, MI
Coming Up
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5K
20 miles away
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5K
23 miles away
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10 miles away
Tacos & Trek For Trail
10 miles away
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.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
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 Ludington Lakestride Half Marathon 10K and 5k?
- Ludington Lakestride Half Marathon 10K and 5k is a running race held in Ludington, Michigan on June 12, 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 Ludington Lakestride Half Marathon 10K and 5k?
- Friday, June 12, 2026 in Ludington, Michigan at 2015 Stearns Park, Ludington, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Ludington Lakestride Half Marathon 10K and 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Ludington Lakestride Half Marathon 10K and 5k
Jun 12, 2026