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Winter Trail Fest 13.1 and 5 Mile Eastside

Sat February 14, 2026 Brighton, MI 48116 US Directions

Events

Half Marathon

$69 11:30AM EST Price increases after May 30, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

5 Mile

$49 12:00PM EST Price increases after May 30, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

Half Marathon - Economy Package

$55 11:30AM EST Price increases after August 30, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

5 Mile - Economy Package

$43 12:00PM EST Price increases after August 30, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

Virtual Race

$45 12:00PM EST
Events: Half Marathon - Virtual 5 Mile - Virtual

Half Marathon Ruck

$69 10:30AM EST Price increases after May 30, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

5 Mile Ruck

$49 12:00PM EST Price increases after May 30, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

Half Marathon Early Start

$0 11:00AM EST Registration Opens February 13, 2026 at 10:06am EST

Place

6301 Kensington Rd
Island Lake State Recreation Area
Brighton, MI US 48116

Description

Some call it the Winter Trail Fest. Others just think, “What the F…?!”

Join us at Island Lake in Brighton, Michigan for a Half Marathon or 5 Mile run or ruck designed to embrace the messiest, most unpredictable conditions February has to offer. Snow? Ice? Slush? Perfect. You’ll earn every inch of your WTF hoodie, medal, and bragging rights.

Worried about the cold? Don’t be. The late morning start gives you time to sleep in and lets the temps rise just enoughbefore you hit the trails.

This race is for those who crave a challenge. The gnarlier the conditions, the cooler the participants. WTF is all about embracing uncertainty, chasing adventure, and leaning into whatever the trail throws your way. Our ruck division is growing fast—ruckers, we see you.

Then, come back in June for the Summer Trail Fest Ultra (50K), Half Marathon, or 5 Mile to complete the series and claim your connecting STFU medal.

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