Turkey Trail Trot Half Marathon
Thanksgiving morning racing on 100 percent dirt at Stony Creek Metropark, with roots, leaves, rolling climbs, and a three-hour limit on every distance.
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Quick facts
- All-dirt trail half on wide and single track, not a road race.
- Three-hour time limit, with a halfway checkpoint that reroutes slower runners.
- Wave starts on Thanksgiving morning, with shorter races the following day.
- No strollers or dogs allowed on the course.
2026 Turkey Trail Trot Half Marathon registration
Registration for the 2026 Turkey Trail Trot Half Marathon runs through the official registration page at runsignup.com.
About the Turkey Trail Trot Half Marathon
Most Thanksgiving races are 5Ks. This one puts a full trail half on the holiday calendar at Stony Creek Metropark, with proceeds going to Meals on Wheels. Move-It Fitness adds a second day of shorter races on Friday, so runners can bundle the two mornings.
Course
Everything runs on dirt, split between wide two-track and single track through the woods. Leaves cover the roots and rocks by late November, so footing is the main technical demand. The rollers range from gentle to steep, and repeated short climbs make the effort feel less even than a road half of the same distance.
Race-day weather
Late November in southeast Michigan means an 8:00 AM start near or below freezing, often with frost on the trail. Wet leaves and cold hands are the usual complaints. Conditions can also turn to mud if the week before is warm and rainy.
Past Turkey Trail Trot Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Thursday, November 26, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Turkey Trail Trot Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Turkey Trail Trot Half Marathon?
The 2026 Turkey Trail Trot Half Marathon is on Thursday, November 26, 2026.
How do I register for the Turkey Trail Trot Half Marathon?
Register for the Turkey Trail Trot Half Marathon through the official registration link: marathonscout.com/go/turkey-trail-trot-half-marathon/register. It opens the race registration page at runsignup.com.
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