Friends of McCormick's Creek 5K Run/Walk

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT

Location: Spencer, IN; 250 McCormick's Creek Park Road, 47460
Type: RUN

Official registration Past results (if available)

At a glance

Run or walk a fast, rolling course in McCormick's Creek State Park, supporting its preservation efforts and competing for awards.

Competitive
For a Cause

Who it's for

Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers, cause-driven runners

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Join the Friends of McCormick's Creek for their 20th annual 5K Run/Walk, a Mag 7 Series Race. This event offers a fast course with rolling hills through McCormick's Creek State Park. Your participation directly supports projects and events that help preserve, restore, manage, and interpret the natural and cultural heritage and recreational opportunities of the park. Celebrate a milestone year while contributing to a beloved natural space.

What to expect

Expect a fast, paved course featuring rolling hills within the state park.
Awards are presented to overall and age group winners for both runners and walkers.
A post-race pancake and sausage breakfast is available for an additional purchase.

Standout details

20th annual event
Mag 7 Series Race
Supports McCormick's Creek State Park
Awards for top finishers

Perks & features

Food & Drink
Shirt

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

5K
Sat, Apr 18, 8:30 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens May 5, 2025, 12:00 PM EDT · Closes Apr 17, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT
5K
Sat, Apr 18, 8:30 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens May 5, 2025, 12:00 PM EDT · Closes Apr 17, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

The course

Road
Rolling
Walkers welcome

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Rolling road course

5K distance, mostly paved, rolling area, typically mild weather

Rolling area

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

The Friends of McCormick's Creek are pleased to host their 20th annual 5K road race on Saturday, April 18th. This is a Mag 7 Series Race . It's a fast course with rolling hills in McCormick's Creek State Park. Proceeds will be used to develop and support projects and events that help preserve, restore, manage, and interpret the natural and cultural heritage and recreational opportunities of McCormick’s Creek State Park. Packet pick-up is 7:00am-8:15am at the Nature Center on race day. The race starts promptly at 8:30am . Refreshments and an awards ceremony follow the race.

Prizes are given to top male and female 5K overall runners and walkers. Awards granted to top 2 age group winners in 5K Run and first age group winners in 5K Walk. Those registering before April 3, 2026, can receive a race shirt. Shirts are available while supplies last after April 2nd . Race-day registration (cash or check only) will be $30 beginning at 7:00am at the Nature Center on April 18, 2026.

Post-race Pancakes and Sausage Breakfast available for $5. Please purchase by 4/15/2026 so we know how much to buy!

Severe Weather Policy: When thunder is heard or lightning is seen, race start will be delayed for 20 minutes. Subsequent thunder or lightning after the beginning of the initial 20-minute count will reset the clock for another 20-minute count. Race can be postponed a maximum of 75 minutes at which point it will be canceled. No refunds for weather cancelations.

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