Mackinac Island Great Turtle Half Marathon & 5.7 Mile
About the Event
Join us for the 2026 Great Turtle Half Marathon and 5.7 Mile - one of the most scenic trail events in the country! Enjoy the beauty of Mackinac Island's Fall season running and walking the interior trails and shoreline during the last open weekend of the season. This is the 30th anniversary of this iconic Mackinac Island event!
All who register will enjoy a great garment in the Great Turtle tradition, a unique commemorative Turtle medal, goodies after the race and fun festivities! After the race, enjoy Halloween fun at Mission Point and Downtown Mackinac Island for adults and children, great end-of-season sales in the downtown shops, or just spend time enjoying the peace and serenity of the Island's interior!
Join fellow runners on October 24, 2026 for the Mackinac Island Great Turtle Half Marathon & 5.7 Mile. It's a fantastic Half-Marathon, 9.2K featuring a flat and fast course in Mackinac Island.
Races Offered
Running
Half Marathon
Run or Walk this challenging Half Marathon course. Course limit is 4 hours
5.7 Mile Run
Run or run/walk this shorter distance (but still challenging an scenic) race. No course time limit.
Half Marathon Virtual Race
Complete the Half Marathon distance wherever you choose at your own convenience. We'll mail your bib and swag, and once you complete the distance you can post your results.
5.7 Mile Virtual Race
Complete the 5.7 Mile distance wherever you choose at your own convenience. We'll mail your bib and swag, and once you complete the distance you can post your results. This race is eligible as part of the Mackinac Island Trio
Walking
5.7 Mile Walk
You must walk the entire distance - no running allowed AT ANY TIME during the race. No courst time restrictions
About Mackinac Island
Mackinac Island Great Turtle Half Marathon & 5.7 Mile takes place in Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States. The local timezone is America/Detroit.
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Race information has been sourced from the event's official website and other publicly available resources. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to the official website directly. If you notice any incorrect or missing information, don't hesitate to reach out to us by email.
