Canal Run
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 3:15 AM EDT
- Location
- 400 Quincy St, Hancock, MI 49930
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run or walk along the scenic Portage Lake Shipping Canal, with distances for all and a heartwarming commitment to local non-profits.
- Fun
- Scenic
- For a Cause
Fun
Scenic
For a CauseGreat for
- Beginner Friendly
- Walkers Welcome
Beginner Friendly
Walkers WelcomeFrom the organizer
Following the rolling hills along the Portage Lake Shipping Canal, the Canal Run offers four distances for runners and walkers of all levels, including a half marathon, 10-mile run, 10-mile walk, five-mile run, five-mile walk and two-mile fun run/walk. The Canal Run also features adaptive races for wheelchair or blade participants!
Official events include:
Half Marathon Bob Olson 10 Mile Run 5 Mile Run 10 Mile Walk 5 Mile Walk 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk Kid's Dash Adaptive categories for the Half, 10 Mile and 2 Mile distances The Canal Run is self-sustaining, bringing in enough money in registration fees and sponsorships to cover all the costs. Since 2011, the organizing committee has been able to donate over $30,000 to area non-profit organizations as part of its Canal Run Gives Back program.