Michigan · 4 Miles · 8 Miles
Loop The Lake
Loop The Lake is a 4 Miles and 8 Miles event held in Traverse City, Michigan. It was last held on September 4, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Traverse City, MI
Race details
- Last held
- September 4, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- Traverse City, Michigan
- Distances
- 4 Miles, 8 Miles
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed
- Course profile — 8 Miles
- Loop course; Mostly road, some trail
- Course profile — 4 Miles
- Loop course; Mostly road, some trail
About the Loop The Lake
About the Event: Come celebrate the Boardman Lake Loop Trail! 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 race will follow the Boardman Lake Loop Trail, which includes mostly pavement, as well as some gravel, bridges, and boardwalks. The 4 mile event is open to runners and walkers. The 8 mile event is recommended for runners only. Course closes at 8pm sharp! Distance: 4 miles…
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Loop The Lake: common questions
- When is the Loop The Lake?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Loop The Lake held?
- In Traverse City, Michigan.
- What distances does the Loop The Lake offer?
- 4 Miles and 8 Miles.
- How do I register for the Loop The Lake?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Loop The Lake?
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed.
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