Peace Ranch Wilderness 5K/10K Run
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- Peace Ranch Wilderness 5K Run · Peace Ranch Wilderness 10K Run
From the Organizer
Come join the horses at our annual Peace Ranch Wilderness 5K/10 run/walk on Sept.21, 2024. The 5K is like none other as it winds through hard packed sand roads through the beautiful Pere Marquette Forest. Our 10K has become a favorite of trail runners statewide and is known for its challenging topography and peaceful surroundings. Both runs supported by the Traverse City Track Club. Our family friendly space is perfect for hanging out during and after the race. Medal ceremony following the race.
The Peace Ranch Wilderness 5K/10 run/walk is DOG FRIENDLY ! Just a couple requests: Please keep dog in car with you until just prior to race start time and then on a leash while with you.
All registered participants will receive a t-shirt, timed results, swag bag of goodies and refreshments after the race. Plaques will be awarded to the top 3 male and female runners. their names will also be added to the Annual Race Plaque at Peace ranch. All registered participants will receive the Peace Race Lucky Horseshoe Medal. Tours will be available afterward. All proceeds benefit New Veterans Retreat Services and Mustang Rehab Program.
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
70°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Traverse City Munson, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Traverse City, MI
Elevation
581 ft
Nearest Airport
TVC
Cherry Capital Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 131 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Peace Ranch Wilderness 5K/10K Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
103
Days to train
- Race
- Peace Ranch Wilderness 5K/10K Run
- Date
- September 19, 2026
Coming Up
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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.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
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 Peace Ranch Wilderness 5K/10K Run?
- Peace Ranch Wilderness 5K/10K Run is a running race held in Traverse City, Michigan on September 19, 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 Peace Ranch Wilderness 5K/10K Run?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Traverse City, Michigan at 2570 Hoosier Valley Rd Traverse City, Mi 49685, Traverse City, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Peace Ranch Wilderness 5K/10K Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Peace Ranch Wilderness 5K/10K Run
Sep 19, 2026