Some call it the Winter Trail Fest. Others just think, “What the F…?!”
Join us on Saturday, February 13, 2027, at Island Lake Recreation Area in Brighton, MI for one of Michigan’s most unforgettable winter races: Winter Trail Fest East Half Marathon and 5 Mile trail race. This February event is built to embrace unpredictable winter conditions—snow, ice, slush, or mud. Whatever the trail throws your way, you’ll earn every step of your WTF hoodie, medal, and bragging rights.
The later mid-morning start time gives athletes a chance to sleep in and lets temperatures rise just enough before you take on the course. The Half Marathon winds through rolling singletrack, while the 5 Mile offers a fun, fast, and beginner-friendly way to experience winter trail racing. Both distances include run and ruck divisions, making WTF East one of the few winter races in Michigan to welcome ruckers alongside runners.
One of the best parts about this race? It’s the perfect motivation to keep training through the coldest months of the year. With WTF East on the calendar, you’ll have a reason to lace up, head outside, and keep your running habit strong all winter long.
This race is for athletes who crave challenge, adventure, and a story to tell when it’s all over. The gnarlier the conditions, the cooler the participants. Whether you’re a seasoned trail runner, a winter race first-timer, or someone ready to test their endurance with a ruck, WTF East delivers a true February trail experience.
This is more than a winter race—it’s a celebration of grit, unpredictability, and Michigan’s wild February trails. Sign up for Winter Trail Fest East Half Marathon or 5 Mile and discover why so many runners and ruckers come back year after year.
Feb 13, 2027
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Running
10:30
$69.00
Feb 13, 2027
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Running
11:00
$81.00
Feb 13, 2027
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Running
11:30
$69.00
Feb 13, 2027
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Running
11:30
$55.00
Feb 13, 2027
Distance — 5 Miles
Type — Running
12:00
$49.00
Feb 13, 2027
Distance — 5 Miles
Type — Running
12:00
$43.00
Feb 13, 2027
Distance — 5 Miles
Type — Running
12:00
$45.00
Feb 13, 2027
Distance — 5 Miles
Type — Running
12:00
$49.00
Feb 13, 2027
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Running
12:00
$45.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Brighton.
Learn more about the host city, Brighton.
Brighton is a city in southeast Livingston County featuring a tranquil riverside boardwalk, the Mill Pond, historic cemeteries, local restaurants and art galleries.
Read more launchOfficial finishing times from previous editions of Winter Trail Fest Half Marathon and 5 Mile - Eastside.
| Place | Name | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Deb Deren | — | |
| 🥈 | Glen Wold Jr | — | |
| 🥉 | Amanda Chapman | — | |
| 4 | James Deren | — | |
| 5 | Bill North | — | |
| 6 | Charlene Odom | — | |
| 7 | Tom Schafer | — | |
| 8 | Skylar Bates | — | |
| 9 | Rob Kidd | — | |
| 10 | Beth McGee | — | |
| 11 | Sarah Smith | — | |
| 12 | Frank Haas | — | |
| 13 | Karen Morand | — | |
| 14 | Anonymous Anonymous | — | |
| 15 | Sara Lynne Schultz | — |
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