Wolverine State 100 — 2027

We're targeting October 9-10, 2027.  We work with entities across the state for approvals and permits, and that takes some time to finalize.  Our plan is to open registration November 17.  As soon as we know our dates we'll update the website, send an email, and post on social media.  You can join the mailing list at the link below.

From Lake Michigan to Lake Huron—The Journey Continues

After an unforgettable debut in 2025, Wolverine State 100 returns for year two on October 10–11, 2026.

Runners, relay teams, and crews will once again take on the rare chance to cross Michigan’s Northern Lower Peninsula from lake to lake, racing from Petoskey to Alpena on a route built for grit, beauty, and endurance.

Choose your challenge:

• 100 Mile – The full Lake-to-Lake journey, point-to-point across the state.
• 100K – A point-to-point test of strength that starts at Tomahawk Lake Campground and finishes in Alpena.
• 50K – An early Sunday Morning out-and-back from Alpena with smooth, gravel and grass surfaces, generous cutoffs, and the same Wolverine spirit.
• 100 Mile Relay – Team up and conquer the distance together.

Expect a mix of singletrack trail, gravel and limestone roads, and quiet seasonal roads through Northern Michigan’s forests and farm country. Trails are technical; expect roots, rocks, and leaves that require concetration and reward you with pure Michigan trail running. You'll run on packed dirt, sandy seasonal roads, grass, and pavement.  Aid stations every 5–8 miles will keep you fueled, supported, and moving toward the Huron shore.

While no 100-miler is ever “easy,” Wolverine is designed to be challenging yet approachable—a race that welcomes first-timers and rewards veterans alike. Finishers earn custom buckles and medals, with special recognition for those who break the 24-hour barrier on the 100-mile course.

The Wolverine community made history in its first year. In 2026, we’ll keep building it—one mile, one finisher, and one wild adventure at a time.