Tap into the Trails
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- 115 Backus St, Cheboygan, MI
- Distance
- 10K Run · 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Pre-registration will close at 7pm on 9/18, but there will be same day registration starting at 7 am on the 19th!
The Cheboygan Area is excited for you to explore all of the trails in their region. Join us for the Tap into the Trails 5k or 10k to explore Cheboygan and the trails available to you from the heart of town. The 5k and 10k will explore how easy it is to access the North Central State Trail from downtown Cheboygan for a fairly flat course on both pavement and crushed limestone.
The 10k course will highlight both the North Central State Trail and the North Eastern State Trail, starting from Festival Square in Downtown Cheboygan.
Route Map.
Please note, a portion of this course will be on road. The Cheboygan Police Department will help out to keep traffic at bay to keep you safe.
Things to know:
- Parking and Restrooms will be available at City Hall
- This is an open course - you may encounter other trail users along the way
- We've worked with the Police Chief to ensure your safety. Roads will be closed/monitored during the event
- This is a newer race! Because of this, our timing will be informal.
- Headphones are not advised so you can be aware of your surroundings
A full list of the weekend's activities will be available soon.
Event proceeds will benefit trails in northern Michigan.
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
68°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
44%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cheboygan, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cheboygan, MI
Elevation
635 ft
Nearest Airport
PLN
Pellston Regional Airport of Emmet County Airport · 15 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- What is the Tap into the Trails?
- Tap into the Trails is a running race held in Cheboygan, 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 Tap into the Trails?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Cheboygan, Michigan at 115 Backus St, Cheboygan, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Tap into the Trails?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Tap into the Trails
Sep 19, 2026