Traverse City Trail Running Festival 2027 — Traverse City, MI
The Traverse City Trail Running Festival takes place on May 8, 2026, in Traverse City, Michigan, at Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort. The event offers multiple distance options to suit different training goals: a 5K, 10K, 50K ultra, and 100K ultra. The race begins at 6:30 PM, making this an evening start. Whether you're looking for a shorter trail run or committing to an ultramarathon distance, this festival provides options across the full spectrum of trail running. Plan your pre-race lodging in Traverse City with the evening start time in mind, allowing adequate recovery time before the event.
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Traverse City Trail Running Festival 2027 — Traverse City, MI
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 7.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Traverse City, MI. 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
- Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
- Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
- 24/7 real-time support
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Traverse City Trail Running Festival 2027 — Traverse City, MI?
Traverse City Trail Running Festival 2027 — Traverse City, MI takes place on May 7, 2027. The race is held in Traverse City, Michigan.
Where is Traverse City Trail Running Festival 2027 — Traverse City, MI held?
Traverse City Trail Running Festival 2027 — Traverse City, MI is held at Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort in Traverse City, Michigan.
Where can I find hotels near Traverse City Trail Running Festival 2027 — Traverse City, MI?
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