Mackinac Island Great Turtle Half Marathon & 5.7 Mile
Mackinac Island Great Turtle Half Marathon & 5.7 Mile is a running race on October 24, 2026 in Mackinac Island, MI, with an entry fee of $60.
- Date
- October 24, 2026 (93 days to go)
- Price
- $60
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for the 2026 Great Turtle Half Marathon and 5.7 Mile - one of the most scenic trail events in the country! Enjoy the beauty of Mackinac Island's Fall season running and walking the interior trails and shoreline during the last open weekend of the season. This is the 30th anniversary of this iconic Mackinac Island event!
All who register will enjoy a great garment in the Great Turtle tradition, a unique commemorative Turtle medal, goodies after the race and fun festivities! After the race, enjoy Halloween fun at Mission Point and Downtown Mackinac Island for adults and children, great end-of-season sales in the downtown shops, or just spend time enjoying the peace and serenity of the Island's interior!
Events
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
51°
Typical Low
36°
Based on US Climate Normals data from St Ignace, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mackinac Island, MI
Population
663
as of 2023
City Elevation
792 ft
Nearest Airport
PLN
Pellston Regional Airport of Emmet County Airport · 21 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?
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93
Days to train
- Race
- Mackinac Island Great Turtle Half Marathon & 5.7 Mile
- Date
- October 24, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Coming Up
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Make it a Racecation
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Mackinac Island Great Turtle Half Marathon & 5.7 Mile
Oct 24, 2026