About This Race

The Traverse City Track Club presents Loop The Lake, a 4-mile, 8-mile, and 2-person relay trail race around Boardman Lake just south of downtown Traverse City. The course follows the Boardman Lake Loop Trail, which is mostly pavement with some gravel, bridges, and boardwalks, starting and finishing at Hull Park. The 4-mile event is USATF certified and open to runners and walkers, while the 8-mile is recommended for runners only.

Course & Race Day Details

USATF Certified Course
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Race Swag
Everyone receives a Loop the Lake RaceTracker technical Run-Dri running cap, and finishers get acai, coconut, and mango bowls from Playa Bowls.

Awards

Top 3 overall and top 3 masters (40+) for male and female in the 4-mile and 8-mile receive a custom plate; age group top 3 receive a custom clay medal; relay awards for top teams in multiple categories.

Race Weekend Logistics

Packet Pickup

Packet Pickup begins at 4pm on Friday, September 4th at Hull Park. Online registration open until 5:45pm on race day.

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Choose Your Distance

4 Mile Run/Walk 4m
$35.00
Increases Jun 30
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8 Mile Run 8m
$40.00
Increases Jun 30
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2 Person Relay (4 Miles Each) 4m
$35.00
Increases Jun 30
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