Bear Lake Ultra
Date and time
Friday, October 2, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Location
3409 5 Lakes Rd, Lapeer, MI
Date and time
Friday, October 2, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Location
3409 5 Lakes Rd, Lapeer, MI
Date and time
Friday, October 2, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Location
3409 5 Lakes Rd, Lapeer, MI
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
5K
8.0 mi