FLEE & ELUDE 5K/10K

Run for Crawford County’s Youth!

Take one step at a time toward a healthier lifestyle while helping support the youth of Crawford County! This event is proudly hosted by the Crawford County Sheriff's Office Youth Services Program, with all proceeds benefiting local youth programs throughout the county.

Race Details

5K - The race begins at the Crawford County Courthouse parking lot and takes participants along a maintained snowmobile trail before entering the beautiful Grayling Country Club. Enjoy a scenic, well marked course while running the fairways of the Grayling Country Club, surrounded by breathtaking fall colors, wildlife, and stunning views of the famous AuSable River. The course finishes back at the courthouse for an exciting finish-line celebration.

10K - Race begins by winding through the beautiful Grayling City Park before crossing the scenic AuSable River Foot Bridge and following the banks of the famous AuSable River. Participants will then complete an out-and-back section on the Iron Belle Trail before transitioning onto the beautiful fairways of the Grayling Country Club to complete the 5K portion of the course. 

Event Information

Check-In:

October 17, 2026

9:30 AM – 10:45 AM

At the Crawford County Courthouse

Race Start Times:

10K Race – 11:00 AM

5K Race – 11:10 AM

Registration Fees (Day Of Race)

5K Run/Walk — $25

10K Run — $30

Distances

10K: 6.2-mile closed course (No walkers permitted)

5K: 3.1-mile closed course (Run or walk)

Awards & Amenities

Finisher medals awarded to the first 100 participants

Prizes for overall male and female winners in both the 5K and 10K races

Restrooms and changing facilities available inside the courthouse

Time Results

The Flee and Elude Race is manually timed, and official race results will be posted within a couple of hours after the final participant crosses the finish line.

Come enjoy a fun, family-friendly event while making a difference for the youth of Crawford County!

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