Sandhill Crane All Trail Half Marathon/10K/5K
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Distance
- Half Marathon · 10K Run/Walk · 5K Run/Walk & more
From the Organizer
18th ANNUAL!! A GREAT PURE MICHIGAN ALL TRAIL COURSE!
RUN OR SPORT WALK A FANTASTIC ALL TRAIL COURSE!
This non-repeat, all trail course located in the 820 acre Dr. T. K. Lawless County Park is a hidden gem in the beautiful southwest Michigan. This natural scenic odyssey of forest and field includes six charming bridge crossings, lots of streams and small lakes, and, of course, some hills. Sandhill Cranes do frequent this bucolic area, adding charm to the course – take it as a good omen if you see one during your race.
~ Dynamite custom design long sleeve performance T-shirts to all finishers. (Register by Sept 29th to guarantee shirt on race day)
~ Laser cut custom wood award for top finishers and medals for second and third in each age group.
~ Water and sport drink on the course and a great re-hydration station at the finish featuring fruit, sport drink, popsicles, potato chips, homemade cookies and water.
~ Chip timing for 5k, 10k and ½ Marathon (Chip timing will close at Noon - course open to 2:00PM)
~ Music DJ at start and finish, and two music stations on the course to inspire participants.
~ Finishers in all races from Cass County, Niles and the Granger area will be listed in an HONOR ROLL in the appropriate newspapers.
~ Race benefits the Cass County Parks and the Dowagiac Rotary Club
~ No parking fee!.[Lawless Park, 15122 Monkey Run Street, Vandalia, MI 49095]
3 WAYS TO REGISTER: ONLINE ~ MAIL ~ RACE DAY
$25 Early/$30 after SEPTEMBER 29 REGISTER ONLINE OR Race Day 8:00-8:45AM (No Shirt guaranteed)
Mail In Registration
- $25.00 Until Sept. 29th (Postmarked by SEP 24)
- Check payable to The Friends Of Cass County Parks
- Mail To: The Friends Of Cass County Parks, P.O. Box 131, Cassopolis, MI 49031
T-Shirts
To guarantee a T-Shirt on race day - Registration must be received by Sept 29th. Late entrees will get a shirt later.
Timing and Scoring
Timing and scoring will be done by Mac's Sports Timing. Results will be uploaded LIVE to RunSignup during the event. And also posted during the event for participants to view. Go to www.macssportstiming.com for complete results after the event.
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
64°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Three Rivers, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Vandalia, MI
Elevation
910 ft
Nearest Airport
SBN
South Bend International Airport · 26 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 70 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Race Location
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What Are You
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Days to train
- Race
- Sandhill Crane All Trail Half Marathon/10K/5K
- Date
- October 10, 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.
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 Sandhill Crane All Trail Half Marathon/10K/5K?
- Sandhill Crane All Trail Half Marathon/10K/5K is a running race held in Vandalia, Michigan on October 10, 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 Sandhill Crane All Trail Half Marathon/10K/5K?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Vandalia, Michigan at 15122 Monkey Run Street, Vandalia, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Sandhill Crane All Trail Half Marathon/10K/5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Sandhill Crane All Trail Half Marathon/10K/5K
Oct 10, 2026