RUN FOR THE HILLS!

RUN FOR THE HILLS! 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Walk

The most scenic and hilliest course in Southeast Michigan! Join us on Saturday, September 12, for our 16th Annual RUN FOR THE HILLS! event at Hidden Lake Gardens in Tipton, MI. Come for an amazing walk or run through Hidden Lake Gardens' beautiful scenery. Proceeds from the race will benefit Hidden Lake Gardens and Oh! These Irish Hills.

Fees:

• $35 Early Bird Pricing until August 31, 2026
• $45 Late Registration starting September 1, 2026
• $10 Children 14 and Younger

T-shirts are included with registration until August 31. T-shirts are not guaranteed after that date and are available while supplies last at packet pickup.

If you need assistance registering, please call Hidden Lake Gardens at 517-431-2060.

HLG Entrance / Exit:

On race day, the entrance gate will open at 6:45 AM and will close at 7:15 AM For race participants' safety, once the gate is closed, entry or exit will not be permitted until 9:00 AM. Pets will not be allowed entry into HLG for the race.

HLG Entrance Fees:

Registered participants gain free entry into Hidden Lake Gardens. All others are required to pay an entrance fee. Cash and credit cards accepted.

• $10 Adults (ages 18–64)
• $8 Seniors (age 65+)
• $8 Military and Veterans
• $5 Students
• Ages 4 and under are free. 

Packet Pickup: 

Packet pick-up will be available at Hidden Lake Gardens:

• Friday, September 11, 12:00 to 4:00 PM
• Event Day: Saturday, September 12, 6:45 AM to 7:30 AM (Note: The main entrance will close at 7:15 AM)

Use the QR code found in your email at packet pickup for a quick and easy check-in!

Awards:

• Top Overall Male 5K Runner
• Top Overall Female 5K Runner
• Random Draw Winner
• Finisher Medal for all participants

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Become a sponsor today!

Learn about supporting the Run for the Hills and Hidden Lake Gardens through sponsorship at RUN FOR THE HILLS! Sponsorship Opportunities | Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (msu.edu). 

Michigan Running Foundation

The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be posted live during the race and online at this website.

About Hidden Lake Gardens:

Hidden Lake Gardens is owned and operated by Michigan State University under the division of Infrastructure Planning and Facilities and is supported through admission fees, endowments, gifts, and the "Friends of Hidden Lake Gardens" membership program. HLG is open year-round, Tuesdays through Sundays, and closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. 

 About Oh These Irish Hills:

Oh! These Irish Hills is a non-profit organization formed in 2004. Their stated purpose is to advance an Irish Hills legacy involving area individuals, groups, and organizations in activities that celebrate the beauty of the place, the spirit of its people, and the progression of its history.    

Join fellow runners on September 12, 2026 for the RUN FOR THE HILLS!. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Tipton.