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
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Event summary
Join us for the exciting Headless Horseman BYU event happening on Saturday, November 1, 2025, in the beautiful Laingsburg, Michigan. This thrilling race invites participants to experience a stunning 4.167-mile loop through Sleepy Hollow State Park, which boasts over 2,600 acres of picturesque landscapes including rivers, hardwood forests, and sprawling prairie grass fields.
The event features a unique 12-hour Backyard Ultra race, where runners will compete under last man standing rules, as well as an option for a single lap. The single lap option kicks off at 8:00 AM, while the 12-hour challenge begins at 9:00 AM. Runners will have the opportunity to cover a total of 50 miles if they complete the full 12 hours, with a required headlamp for the final laps as sunset approaches at 6:21 PM. Each participant will receive a race t-shirt and finisher patch, with awards for top finishers in various age groups. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to challenge yourself in a scenic setting—mark your calendar and get ready for an unforgettable day of running!
The event features a unique 12-hour Backyard Ultra race, where runners will compete under last man standing rules, as well as an option for a single lap. The single lap option kicks off at 8:00 AM, while the 12-hour challenge begins at 9:00 AM. Runners will have the opportunity to cover a total of 50 miles if they complete the full 12 hours, with a required headlamp for the final laps as sunset approaches at 6:21 PM. Each participant will receive a race t-shirt and finisher patch, with awards for top finishers in various age groups. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to challenge yourself in a scenic setting—mark your calendar and get ready for an unforgettable day of running!
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 comp 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 hr 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 comp 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 hr 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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