Headless Horseman BYU
- Date Sat 1st November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Laingsburg, Michigan
- Price $38.10 - $69.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating running adventure at the Headless Horseman BYU event on Saturday, November 1, 2025, in the stunning landscapes of Laingsburg, Clinton! This unique Michigan Trail Experience race features a beautiful 4.167-mile loop through the picturesque Sleepy Hollow State Park, where you'll navigate through lush hardwood forests, vibrant prairie grass fields, and serene pine stands, all while enjoying the gentle sounds of a winding river.
Whether you're up for a challenge or just want to enjoy a scenic run, the event offers two fantastic options: a 12-hour Back Yard Ultra race, starting at 9:00 AM, where you'll aim to complete as many laps as possible within the time limit, or a single lap option that kicks off at 8:00 AM. The 12-hour participants will need to complete the loop at the top of each hour, and those who finish the full duration can cover an impressive 50 miles! With chip timing and live results, you can stay in the loop about your progress throughout the day. Participants will receive exciting race swag, including a T-shirt and finisher patch, and there are awards for top finishers in various categories. Don't miss out on this thrilling opportunity to
Whether you're up for a challenge or just want to enjoy a scenic run, the event offers two fantastic options: a 12-hour Back Yard Ultra race, starting at 9:00 AM, where you'll aim to complete as many laps as possible within the time limit, or a single lap option that kicks off at 8:00 AM. The 12-hour participants will need to complete the loop at the top of each hour, and those who finish the full duration can cover an impressive 50 miles! With chip timing and live results, you can stay in the loop about your progress throughout the day. Participants will receive exciting race swag, including a T-shirt and finisher patch, and there are awards for top finishers in various categories. Don't miss out on this thrilling opportunity to
Organiser's Description
Come on out and join us for the newest MICHIGAN TRAIL EXPERIENCE race. Experience a beautiful 4.167 mile loop through Sleepy Hollow State Park. The park contains over 2,600 acres including a river winding its way through the woods. The course will take you through prairie grass fields, hardwood forest, and stands of Pine trees. This race is a 12hr Back Yard Ultra, last man standing rules, with an option to do the single lap. Elevation gain 151ft
The SINGLE LAP OPTION will start at 8:00am. This race will be chip timed, with live results. Sunrise will be 8:12am. This will be one loop around the BYU course.
The 12HR OPTION will start at 9:00am. All runners will start the loop at the top of the hour and must complete the lap within the hour. Top of the next hour runners start next lap. If a runner doesn't report and start at the top of the hour the runner is out. If you complete the 12hrs you will have done 50miles. A headlamp is required for the last couple of laps sunset is 6:21pm.
Course link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3239974863748599382
SINGLE LOOP OPTION
START TIME: 8 AM Single Loop
ENTRY FEE: $35 until Oct 24th $40 from Oct 25th through Nov 1st.
ENTRY FEE 18 AND UNDER: $27 until Oct 24th $35 from Oct 25th to Nov 1st
PACKET PICKUP race day morning starting at 7:00 am
RACE SWAG!: All entries will receive a T-shirt and finisher patch
RESULTS: Your accurate chip time and current overall and age group place will be texted to your phone and live on this site.
AWARDS: Overall finishers male and female will receive a $25 Playmakers gift card. First places in each age group will receive a $10 Playmakers gift card. Age groups for women and men are the following: 15 and under, 16-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65-74, 75- and over
12 HR BACK YARD ULTRA
START TIME: 9 AM
ENTRY FEE: $65 until Oct 24th $70 from Oct 25th through Oct 31st
Be sure to preregister. There is no race day registration.
PACKET PICKUP race day morning starting at 7:00 am
RACE SWAG!: All entries will receive a T-shirt and patch
RESULT: Recorded each lap by hand.
AWARDS: Over all winner Headless Horseman trophy $25 Playmakers gift card. Other finishers will receive a smaller Headless Horseman
Overall winner will be last one standing or if multiple runners on last lap fastest loop is winner.
There will NOT BE aid station on the course. One aid station will be near the start/finish with snacks and drinks. More updates to come on that.
More updates will come about the 12 hr. Any questions please email us at [email protected]
The SINGLE LAP OPTION will start at 8:00am. This race will be chip timed, with live results. Sunrise will be 8:12am. This will be one loop around the BYU course.
The 12HR OPTION will start at 9:00am. All runners will start the loop at the top of the hour and must complete the lap within the hour. Top of the next hour runners start next lap. If a runner doesn't report and start at the top of the hour the runner is out. If you complete the 12hrs you will have done 50miles. A headlamp is required for the last couple of laps sunset is 6:21pm.
Course link: https://www.strava.com/routes/3239974863748599382
SINGLE LOOP OPTION
START TIME: 8 AM Single Loop
ENTRY FEE: $35 until Oct 24th $40 from Oct 25th through Nov 1st.
ENTRY FEE 18 AND UNDER: $27 until Oct 24th $35 from Oct 25th to Nov 1st
PACKET PICKUP race day morning starting at 7:00 am
RACE SWAG!: All entries will receive a T-shirt and finisher patch
RESULTS: Your accurate chip time and current overall and age group place will be texted to your phone and live on this site.
AWARDS: Overall finishers male and female will receive a $25 Playmakers gift card. First places in each age group will receive a $10 Playmakers gift card. Age groups for women and men are the following: 15 and under, 16-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65-74, 75- and over
12 HR BACK YARD ULTRA
START TIME: 9 AM
ENTRY FEE: $65 until Oct 24th $70 from Oct 25th through Oct 31st
Be sure to preregister. There is no race day registration.
PACKET PICKUP race day morning starting at 7:00 am
RACE SWAG!: All entries will receive a T-shirt and patch
RESULT: Recorded each lap by hand.
AWARDS: Over all winner Headless Horseman trophy $25 Playmakers gift card. Other finishers will receive a smaller Headless Horseman
Overall winner will be last one standing or if multiple runners on last lap fastest loop is winner.
There will NOT BE aid station on the course. One aid station will be near the start/finish with snacks and drinks. More updates to come on that.
More updates will come about the 12 hr. Any questions please email us at [email protected]
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