Registration for The Grind 5K Run/Walk costs between $20 and $25. The event takes place on September 12, 2026, at Beck's Mill in Salem, Indiana, located at 4433 S. Beck's Mill Road. The 5K race starts at 9:00 AM and welcomes both runners and walkers. This is a straightforward local race option for endurance athletes in the area looking for a September competition.
From the Race Organizer
The Grind is a rolling out and back road countryside race held in Washington County, Indiana with a steep "Grind" hill at the start. (located approximately 5 miles south of Salem) Race entry includes entry to historic Beck's Mill and grounds, including post-race breakfast and snacks. Participants will enjoy the quiet countryside, tours of the mill and learning history of the mill. Relaxing post-race comfort can be found at the waterfall (dam) at the old mill. (Race participants and their families receive free admission to the mill and hiking trails on race day!) Finisher medals for the first 100 finishers. Awards for the overall top 3 male & female run and walk finalists . Timer will score via age groups. Race course Map CLICK HERE This is a Mag 7 Race. (please note if you register for the walk division, you are required to WALK the entire race; if you run, skip, hop, etc, for any portion of the race, please modify your registration to RUN) Race fees: $25 with shirt or $20 without shirt, until August 30. Race fee is $25 in September with no shirt guarantee. (Additional shirts might be available race day on a first-come basis) All proceeds go to Friends of Beck's Mill. Thank you for supporting Beck's Mill! The Beck family built their first mill on this historic site in 1808. Their third mill still remains. The mill once ground corn, small grains such as wheat and processed wool; all powered by water! After setting idle for more than 50 years, the little grist mill south of Salem, Indiana is now churning out a product that once made it famous. In 2008 Beck's Mill was returned in restored and operational condition to the directors of the Friends of Beck’s Mill, Inc. Beck’s Mill is operated solely by the efforts of an all volunteer staff and the leadership of Friends of Beck’s Mill, Inc. continues to enhance the visitor experience to Beck's Mill every year as numerous new events are planned every season. The Grind 5K is the mill's largest annual fundraiser.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 12.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Salem, IN.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is The Grind 5K Run/Walk at Beck’s Mill 2026 — Salem, IN?
The Grind 5K Run/Walk at Beck’s Mill 2026 — Salem, IN takes place on September 12, 2026. The race is held in Salem, Indiana.
Where is The Grind 5K Run/Walk at Beck’s Mill 2026 — Salem, IN held?
The Grind 5K Run/Walk at Beck’s Mill 2026 — Salem, IN is held at 4433 S. Beck's Mill Road in Salem, Indiana.
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