White River 5k sponsored by Ed's Orchard Market
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 75 W Michigan Ave, Hesperia, MI
- Distance
- White River 5K Run · White River 5K Walk · Panther Prowl Kids 1/2 Mile
From the Organizer
This is a fast, flat, out and back 5k run/walk race! If you are looking to run a PR or SR this is the place to do it. The race starts and finishes going over the white river by the dam. The course is located in Hesperia a beautiful small town.
After completion of the 5k run/walk we will have the Kids Panther Prowl race. This is a 1/2 mile run.
Awards
All finishers of each race run/walk/kids will receive an award handed out in chute.
Open and Masters winners will receive an additional award.
*2 Team Awards for 5k run:
Fastest Team Award Top 3 runners in each team will be timed.
Largest Team by numbers.
Please make sure to identify your team at sign-up.
TEAMS NEED A MINIMUM OF 3 PEOPLE.
*T-shirts are only guaranteed if preregistered by June 20th. Extra shirts will be handed out day of race. First come first serve!
Panther Prowl does not have a shirt.
Please remember this race is a fundraiser race for the Hesperia Cross Country Program!
Online Registration July 2nd at midnight prices will increase for all races. 5k run/walk $25 to $30. Panther Prowl $5 to $10.
Race Day packet pick-up 7:00-8:00am at Hesperia Dam (behind Ed's Orchard Market)
You can sign up day of race. 7:00-800am at Hesperia Dam (behind Ed's Orchard Market)
Thank you so much!
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
82°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hesperia 4 Wnw, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hesperia, MI
Elevation
841 ft
Nearest Airport
MKG
Muskegon County Airport · 31 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 56 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- White River 5k sponsored by Ed's Orchard Market
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 75 W Michigan Ave, Hesperia, MI
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the White River 5k sponsored by Ed's Orchard Market?
- White River 5k sponsored by Ed's Orchard Market is a running race held in Hesperia, Michigan on July 4, 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 White River 5k sponsored by Ed's Orchard Market?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Hesperia, Michigan at 75 W Michigan Ave, Hesperia, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the White River 5k sponsored by Ed's Orchard Market?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
White River 5k sponsored by Ed's Orchard Market
Jul 4, 2026