Bear Lake Ultra

Sat, Oct 3, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location: Lapeer, MI; 3409 5 Lakes Rd, 48446
Featured distance: 3.1 Miles
Type: ULTRA

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At a glance

Run, walk, and loop for 24 hours at this cause-driven ultra, supporting the Lions Bear Lake Blind Camp with every step.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
For a Cause

The Bear Lake Ultra offers a unique 24-hour experience where runners can complete as many 3.1-mile loops as they wish, at any pace. This event is deeply rooted in community support, with all profits benefiting the Lions Bear Lake Blind Camp. Participants can enjoy a weekend of running, camping, and camaraderie, all while contributing to a meaningful cause. It's an opportunity to challenge yourself and make a difference.

What to expect

Embrace the 24-hour challenge, completing 3.1-mile loops at your own pace.
Enjoy a fully stocked aid station with a wide variety of food and drinks.
Tent camping is included for the weekend, with heated indoor bathrooms and showers.

Standout details

24-hour ultra challenge
Benefits Lions Bear Lake Blind Camp
Extensive aid station offerings
Weekend tent camping included

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From the organizer

Year 9!

24 hours of FUN! This means you can run, walk, go fast, go slow! Do as many loops as you want or can!

All profits from the race are given to Lions Bear Lake Blind Camp (501c3). In 8 years we have raised over $66,000! to the Camp.

Registration

$96.00 (Early registration) and 1 pair of Gloves or Mittens, a Winter hat, or a Scarf (pick one) Dropped off at packet pick up. (The gloves, mittens, hats and scarfs will be given people in need throughout the community)

Included in Registration

• Hooded sweatshirt (Must be registered by 9-1-26)

• Friday night Dinner for all runners at Packet Pick up.

• Camping for the weekend (sorry no campers/ RV's)

• Mystery gift (Must be registered by 9-1-26)

• Fully stocked Aid station: We take our Aid Station food seriously. Included but not limited to: PBJ, Soup, Pop, Fruit, Cookies, Candy, Pretzels, Gummy Bears, Water, Grilled Cheese, Brownies, Rice Crispy Treats, Pizza, Pickles, Bacon, Watermelon. Fresh cooked cookies, quesadilla, Chips, Veggies, ! And MUCH MORE!

Not included: -- Gels, other supplements, meds (ie. Ibuprofen) (Please come prepared if you have special dietary needs).

Extras

-- On Friday we will have a Used Gear Swap table at packet pick up/dinner.

-- We will also be collect used eyeglasses and race medals (1/2 Marathon and farther) for charity.

Course

Runners will loop around the Camp along rolling hills on single-track trails, wide trails, some grass and a few bridge crossings completing as many loops (3.1 mile loop) as you wants and at any pace during the 24 hours. At any time, runners can take a break and continue on the course within the 24 hours.

Useful information

• Race begins at 8am • Chipped event. • Cup less race. • Heated Indoor bathrooms with showers at the aid station. • Pacers are allowed after 50 miles or dark. • The aid station is at the start/finish. • Camping: All registered runners can set up a tent and camp Friday and or Saturday night near the aid station (10X10). Cars are not able to park in the camping area at the aid station/ start/finish. All cars will be parked the parking lots. Course passes the parking lots every lap. “Car camping” is allowed. Sorry no RV’s, campers, ect.

Top male/ female runner (most completed loops) receive a custom pint glass.

Belt buckle for all runners completing 100 miles or more (Partial loops will not be counted).

Bear Lake Camp is owned and operated by Lions Visually Impaired Youth Camp, Inc. a 501C-3 Non-Profit Corporation. The camp is financially supported by the Lions, Lioness and Leos, as well as Foundation grants and individual donors throughout Michigan.

Sorry no refunds, defers, transfers, or virtual options.

Thank you to our 2025 sponsors!

Aid Station Sponsor

Dexter Lions Club www.dexterlions.org

Gold Sponsor

Julie Krumholz Mortgage* www.Julieyourloangal.com

Silver Level Sponsor

Runnin' Gear Running and Walking Shop www.myrunningear.com

Mayville Veterinary Clinic* https://mayvillevet.com

Choice One Bank www.choiceone.bank

Fraser Lions Club www.fraserlions.com

Lake Orion Lions Club* https://lakeorionlions.org

Bronze Sponsor

First Choice Heating and Cooling www.firstchoiceheat.com

Stoney Creek Oil Change* www.valvolineglobal.com

Ann Arbor Lions Club https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/ann_arbor_host/index.php

Hartland Lions Club* https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/hartlandmi/

Minden Lions Club www.facebook.com/MindenCityLions/

Bay City Lions Club https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/baycitymi/index.php

Dearborn Ham www.dearbornbrand.com

Jr. Sponsor

The Brokerage Real Estate Enthusiasts* https://thebrokerageree.com

Howard City Lions Club https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/howardcitymi/

Pennfield Lions Club www.lionsclubs.org

Paw Paw Lions Club https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/pawpawmi

Lennon Lions Club www.facebook.com/lennonlionsclub/

Hillman Lions Club https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/hillman/index.php

Momma B’s Pizza* www.mommabspizzeria.com

Squirl Nut Butter www.squirrelsnutbutter.com

Turtle Gloves* www.turtlegloves.com

Joe Hildbrand

Jim Lykins

Product Sponsors: *Cottage Outfitters, Caseville, *#1 Nails, Shelby Township*, *Mr. C's Car Wash*, *EJ Nicks, Lapeer, Blend Frozen Yogurt, Lapeer, Kookys 'n Cream, Lapeer, *Tilted Axis Brewing Company, Lapeer, Bordines, Rochester*, The Candied Squirrel, Caseville Hardware. * Past BLU Sponsor

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