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6th Annual Sand Lake Run 4 the 4th

Nelson Township, Michigan · Saturday, July 4, 2026

The 6th Annual Sand Lake Run 4 the 4th is a 4 miles, running, trail running, and walking event held on Saturday, July 4, 2026. It is located at 5 E Lake St. in Nelson Township, Michigan.

Date
Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 12:01 AM – 11:59 PM
Location
5 E Lake St.
Nelson Township, Michigan
49343
United States
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PLEASE NOTE: THE DEADLINE TO RECIEVE A RACE SHIRT IS REGISTERING PRIOR TO MONDAY, JUNE 23RD AT 9:00AM EDT. (We will have order 2-3 extra in each size but no entry will be guaranteed a shirt after that time has passed)

This 4-mile race starts and finishes in historic Sand Lake Michigan. Our course is relatively flat and certainly FAST - circling around Sand Lake through a combination of pavement, dirt roads, and paved trails. The race will be a part of the Sand Lake 4th of July Celebration. Proceeds will be used to raise funds for the Cedar Springs Cross Country program.

Watch the Course Preview Video (4 miles in 4 minutes).

"Run 4 the 4th" is a fun event for the whole family, whether you are testing your fitness or just looking for a fun way to start your 4th of July, this event will be great for the whole family. This is a Run/Walk event. Packet Pick-up will be at the Sand Lake White Pine Trail Pavilion.

  • 6:30 - 7:45am Packet pick-up and day-of registration

  • 8am Race start time

This event is hand-timed. Results will be posted for viewing in-person following the conclusion of the race and uploaded online in within 3 hours of the conclusion of the race.

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