Midwest Canine Obstacle Run
Midwest Canine Obstacle Run is an obstacle course race on October 3, 2026 in Benton Harbor, MI, with entry fees from $110 to $170.
- Date
- October 3, 2026 (63 days to go)
- Price
- $110–$170
- Sport
- Obstacle Course
From the Organizer
The Midwest Canine Obstacle Run is a 5k run through the trails at The Woods Fitness Park in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Participants will compete in the 5k with their canine partners on leash as they tackle wooded trails, creek beds, dirt and water, along with over 40 obstacles to test teams of all abilities. Run with the best to see how you stack up, or simply enjoy the day with your best friend trying new things and bonding in a beautiful outdoor fitness park. All ages and abilities are encouraged, as this is more about your pups than anything else. There will be finisher medals and hat, award medals, food and beer tent, live music, vendors, overnight camping and much more as you make lifetime memories with your furry friends. So sign up today as we bring a whole new kind of fun to the Midwest!
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
69°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Benton Harbor Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Benton Harbor, MI
Population
9,023
as of 2023
City Elevation
623 ft
Nearest Airport
SBN
South Bend International Airport · 29 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 71 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 Midwest Canine Obstacle Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
63
Days to train
- Race
- Midwest Canine Obstacle Run
- Date
- October 3, 2026
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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.
Obstacle course races combine running with walls, rope climbs, carries, and mud — testing strength, grip, endurance, and mental toughness all at once.
No two races feel the same, and it is a truly unique endurance sport.
Obstacle Course Racing
Obstacle course races (OCR) combine running over different terrain with a series of physical obstacles — walls, rope climbs, monkey bars, carries, and crawls. The barrier to entry is lower than it looks.
Coming Up
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Make it a Racecation
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Midwest Canine Obstacle Run
Oct 3, 2026