
From the Organizer
Come join Eaton County Parks and Recreation for our 9th Annual Timber Trails 5K at scenic Fitzgerald Park in Grand Ledge! This run/walk will take you on a slightly challenging course with ranging elevation over grass, gravel roads, and wooded trails. A perfect way to enjoy a brisk fall morning in one of the most beautiful parks in Eaton County. All ages are encouraged to join! Early registration by Thursday, September 17th includes a long sleeve t-shirt.
Race will begin at 9am. Runners will be at the front and walkers at the back for lineup. *Special note for walkers: You must cross the finish line no later that 10:30am to be given an official time.
Pricing: $25 until 10/4, then $30.
Special Group/Family pricing is available so grab your friends, grab your family and sign up together! Register 3 or more people at the same time and save $3 per participant.
Awards: Top Overall Male & Female. Top Masters Male & Female. Medals to the top three runners in each age group: Age Groups for Male and Female runners: 10 & Under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Donate and SAVE! If you would like to support our cause and get a discounted race entry fee donate $50 and we'll give you $10 off your entry fee. Donate $25 and we'll give you $5 off your entry fee. Simply Sign Up and follow the steps to register and on the donation screen enter $50 or $25. The discount will be applied during checkout. Proceeds will benefit Eaton County Parks & Recreation trail development. Thank you for your support!
Packet Pickup will begin at 7:45 AM the morning of the event.
The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be posted during the race and live on the Run Signup page.
Events
Weather
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
63°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lansing Capital City Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
7,797
as of 2023
Elevation
823 ft
Nearest Airport
LAN
Capital Region International Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 41 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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Timber Trails 5K Run/Walk
Oct 10, 2026