Waldenwoods Turkey Trot - Hartland Area Project Fundraiser

This gorgeous trail race benefits the Hartland Area Project, 10am Sunday, November 1st, 2026.  The race trail winds around Lake Walden with a start and finish at Waldenwoods Resort & Conference Center, the crown jewel of Livingston County (established in 1924).  Registration is $30 until Oct 20th, $35 until Nov 2nd, and $40 day of race.

This event is open to all with Waldenwoods organizing the race with the help of Running Lab of Brighton to benefit the local community.  The Hartland Area Project was established in 1929 to assist in three key areas of community bonds 1) Health and welfare 2) Education and culture 3) Economic Development.  

Old-school analog timing, post-race snacks, T-shirt, and raffle prizes will be available.  Everyone is entered into drawings for all other prizes including a 1 Year Waldenwoods Day Use Membership. 

Race day sign-up is allowed.  To ensure we have enough race day swag, please register by October 12th.  Anyone registering after that date will not be guaranteed race swag.

Ready to test your limits? The Waldenwoods Turkey Trot - Hartland Area Project Fundraiser brings a highly anticipated 5.1K to Howell on November 1, 2026. Expect a fantastic route right in the heart of Michigan.