The Ludington Lakestride is held on one of the most beautiful and scenic courses in Michigan, attracting 800-1,000 runners from around the state and beyond. In 2018, 772 runners were registered--238 entrants for the half marathon, 165 for the 10K and 369 ran the 5K.

The Lakestride main event on Saturday is actually three races: the 5K run which winds its way through Cartier Park, the 10K which runs out to Decker Road and back, and the Half-Marathon. Here runners start on pavement, then enter the Ludington State Park and make their way over a sand dune. The Lake Michigan setting just adds to the beauty of this race. Race Bags are available to the first 600 registered runners. This years bags will contain a water bottle, coupons to area businesses, door magnets, pens, pencils, snack bars, lip balm, other area race events, etc.

Ludington is one of the most popular tourist cities in Michigan, thanks to our beaches, lighthouses, State Park, and events like the Lakestride Half Marathon. Below you can find specific information about the three races:

Start Times

Half Marathon- 8am; 5K- 8:10am; 10K- 8:15am
All races start in front of Nader’s Motel on Lakeshore Dr.

Packet Pick-up/Late Registration

• Friday June 7th, 5-8pm - Lakestride Race Central at the center of Stearns Park Beach


• Saturday June 8th, 7-8am - Lakestride Race Central at the center of Stearns Park Beach




Awards



• Top 3 males/females of each age group
• 5k and 10k awards will be given out at the finish line following the conclusion of the race
• Half Marathon awards will be given at approximately 11am
• All runners who finish will receive a finisher’s medal specific to the race entered
• Top three overall in each event will also receive a beautiful finished plaque with scenes of Ludington taken by professional photographer Rob Alway



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About the Ludington Lakestride


It began in 1980, and 38 years later, the Ludington Lakestride Half Marathon is stronger than ever. Typically held the second Saturday of June before the summer heat, the one-mile fun run begins Friday at 6pm. Starting line is on the west end of Ludington Avenue in a half mile "out-and-back" run to the Marina Park Playground. This portion of the event is free and there is no pre-registration necessary.



Check out Ludington Lodging for places to stay during Lakestride and Ludington Restaurants for great places to eat.






More Summer Events in Ludington...



• 2019 Oceana County Festivals and Events
• Mason County Car Shows
• Stage Left Theatre Company Provides Unique Theatre Opportunities to Actors and the Community
• The Ludington Area Jaycees: Building Young Leaders Since 1947
• Pentwater's Last Saturday of the Month Gallery Stroll
• Auditions for Stratford on the Avenue Theatre Festival Scheduled
• Registration Open Now for the First Annual Spartan River Run Kayak Race!
• The Ludington & Scottville Branches of the Mason County District Library Offer Numerous Programs for Children & Families
• Local Farmers Markets
• Performances in Ludington, Manistee, Scottville and Hart
• Enjoy a West Michigan Sunset!
• Ludington Mariners Old Time Base Ball Team
• Horse Shows at the Mason County Fairgrounds
• Nights at the Lights Features Entertainment at the Lighthouses
• Plan to be in Ludington this Summer for our Biggest Events!
• Downtown Ludington's Movies in the Park
• Ludington Petunia Parade Planting
• Huge Vintage Jewelry Sale at Mason County Fairgrounds in Ludington
• Join the Fight Against Cancer at Ludington's Relay for Life
• Enjoy the Parade of Homes, Sponsored by the West Michigan Home Builders Association


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More About Ludington...



• Discover Ludington State Park Trails for Hiking, Biking, Canoeing & Cross Country Skiing
• Port of Ludington Maritime Museum
• Ludington Charter Boat Fishing
• Take a Self-Guided Tour of the Mason County Cultural Trails
• Street Pianos Bring Music to Downtown Ludington
• Downtown Ludington Map with Business Locations
• Your Pet is Welcome in the Ludington Area!
• Father Jacques Marquette Shrine
• Lake Winds Energy Park
• Art Scene in the Ludington Area
• Visit Downtown Ludington!
• Ludington Area Center for the Arts
• Sandcastles Children's Museum Presents Special Weekly Activities
• Move to Ludington...Living Here is Great!
• The Ludington Area Jaycees: Building Young Leaders Since 1947
• Birthday Parties are a Blast at Sandcastles Children's Museum!
• Cool Things to do in Ludington
• History Comes Alive at Historic White Pine Village
• Great Food....Ludington Style!
• "Putt-putt for a purpose" at the Ludington Area Jaycees Mini Golf Course in Stearns Park!