Portage Extra Mile Youth Running Camp
- Date
- June 11 – July 9, 2026
- Location
- 2100 Willowcreek Rd, Portage, IN
- Distance
- Portage Extra Mile Youth Running Camp
From the Organizer
Extra Mile Fitness Company YOUTH RUNNING CAMP! 🏃🏃♀️
Ages 5-13
Camp Dates:
Thursdays June 11, June 18, June 25, and July 9, AND RACE DAY: One Mile Challenge Saturday July 11th
Practices are 6:00-7:00 pm - check-in at 5:45pm
Camp Location:
Woodland Park - 2100 Willowcreek Rd, Portage IN 46368 - WIGWAM SHELTER
Goal Race:
Extra Mile ONE MILE CHALLENGE: Saturday, July 11- Fee includes youth entry into Extra Mile One Mile Challenge including race shirt!
Our 4-week Youth Running Camp introduces youth to running in a safe and fun environment. Campers will have 4 weeks of training practices and will compete in the Extra Mile One Mile Challenge Race on Saturday, July 11.
Parent/Information Meeting - Thursday June 11, (day 1 of camp) Check in will start at 5:30pm, followed by a 10-15 min parent meeting. At Woodland Park - 2100 Willowcreek Rd, Portage IN 46368 - WIGWAM SHELTER
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day 1
Thursday, 6/11
High
88°
Low
63°
Chance showers and thunderstorms
Race Day 2
Friday, 6/12
High
84°
Low
63°
Chance rain showers then mostly sunny
Race Day 3
Saturday, 6/13
High
85°
Low
64°
Slight chance rain showers then chance showers and thunderstorms
Host City
About Portage, IN
Population
37,951
as of 2023
Elevation
625 ft
Nearest Airport
GYY
Gary/Chicago International Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 33 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Portage Extra Mile Youth Running Camp, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
3
Days to train
- Race
- Portage Extra Mile Youth Running Camp
- Date
- June 11 – July 9, 2026
- Location
- 2100 Willowcreek Rd, Portage, IN
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Portage Extra Mile Youth Running Camp?
- Portage Extra Mile Youth Running Camp is a running race held in Portage, Indiana on June 11, 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 Portage Extra Mile Youth Running Camp?
- Thursday, June 11, 2026 in Portage, Indiana at 2100 Willowcreek Rd, Portage, IN. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Portage Extra Mile Youth Running Camp?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Portage Extra Mile Youth Running Camp
Jun 11, 2026