Run Wild 5K, 10K and Smokey Bear Kids Fun Run
- Date Sat 11th October 2025
- Time 9:30AM CDT
- Location Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
- Price $17.50 - $49.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the Run Wild 5K, 10K, and Smokey Bear Kids Fun Run on Saturday, October 11, 2025, in the picturesque Sturgeon Bay, Door County, Wisconsin. This year marks the 37th anniversary of this beloved autumn event, set against the stunning backdrop of Potawatomi State Park. Runners can choose from a challenging 10K route that includes a climb up Tower Hill or a scenic 5K race, both of which wind through beautiful, tree-lined park roads that are closed to traffic.
Join in the excitement as the races kick off with a gun start at 9:30 a.m. There’s also a delightful Smokey Bear Kids Fun Run for children ages 2-10 at approximately 10:30 a.m. Participants will receive long sleeve T-shirts if registered by September 20th, and awards will be presented for the top three finishers in each 10-year age division. With all proceeds supporting the Friends of Potawatomi State Park, this event promises not only a fantastic race experience but also a chance to contribute to the park’s ongoing projects. Don't miss out on this vibrant community gathering—mark your
Join in the excitement as the races kick off with a gun start at 9:30 a.m. There’s also a delightful Smokey Bear Kids Fun Run for children ages 2-10 at approximately 10:30 a.m. Participants will receive long sleeve T-shirts if registered by September 20th, and awards will be presented for the top three finishers in each 10-year age division. With all proceeds supporting the Friends of Potawatomi State Park, this event promises not only a fantastic race experience but also a chance to contribute to the park’s ongoing projects. Don't miss out on this vibrant community gathering—mark your
Organiser's Description
AWESOME AUTUMN RUN IN BEAUTIFUL POTAWATOMI STATE PARK, DOOR COUNTY, WI CELEBRATING 37 YEARS OF RUN WILD.
Take the challenge and run up tower hill in the featured 10K race. Both the 5K and 10K are run on tree-lined park roads closed to traffic in scenic Potawatomi State Park. Park entrance fee is waived on the day of the race until 11:00 a.m. T-shirts can be picked up at packet pick-up. All proceeds raised go to support the Friends of Potawatomi State Park projects in the park.
Awards to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each 10-year age division. Awards will not be mailed, must be picked up on the day of the race. There will be a gun start and chip timed finish. Packet pick-up is at Bay Shore Outfitters, 59 N. Madison Ave. in Sturgeon Bay on Friday, October 10th from 2-6 PM or day of starting at 7:30 a.m. at the event. Long sleeve T-shirts are guaranteed for all registrations received by September 20th. If you register after September 20th you are not guaranteed a T--shirt but we order extras and may have enough for all.
Pre-registration fees go up on 9-21-2025. Online registration closes at midnight on 10-4-2025. You can still register in person at packet pick-up or the day of the run at the event.
The 5K and 10K races both have a gun start promptly at 9:30 a.m. October 11th, 2025. A 1/3 mile Smokey Bear run will be held at approximately 10:30 for ages 2-10. Please wear your bib in front and keep visible for our timers and volunteers at intersections. If you need to change events, we need to know ASAP as results are greatly affected.
We have road closures at 9:15 a.m. In order to make it to the starting line on time, please arrive at the park by 8:30 a.m.
For the safety of runners and volunteers, this is a NO PET event. Thank you for your understanding.
Run Wild is part of the Run Door County running series. See rundoorcounty.com for more info.
Go to runwild.org for more information.
For questions please use our email address: [email protected]
Take the challenge and run up tower hill in the featured 10K race. Both the 5K and 10K are run on tree-lined park roads closed to traffic in scenic Potawatomi State Park. Park entrance fee is waived on the day of the race until 11:00 a.m. T-shirts can be picked up at packet pick-up. All proceeds raised go to support the Friends of Potawatomi State Park projects in the park.
Awards to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each 10-year age division. Awards will not be mailed, must be picked up on the day of the race. There will be a gun start and chip timed finish. Packet pick-up is at Bay Shore Outfitters, 59 N. Madison Ave. in Sturgeon Bay on Friday, October 10th from 2-6 PM or day of starting at 7:30 a.m. at the event. Long sleeve T-shirts are guaranteed for all registrations received by September 20th. If you register after September 20th you are not guaranteed a T--shirt but we order extras and may have enough for all.
Pre-registration fees go up on 9-21-2025. Online registration closes at midnight on 10-4-2025. You can still register in person at packet pick-up or the day of the run at the event.
The 5K and 10K races both have a gun start promptly at 9:30 a.m. October 11th, 2025. A 1/3 mile Smokey Bear run will be held at approximately 10:30 for ages 2-10. Please wear your bib in front and keep visible for our timers and volunteers at intersections. If you need to change events, we need to know ASAP as results are greatly affected.
We have road closures at 9:15 a.m. In order to make it to the starting line on time, please arrive at the park by 8:30 a.m.
For the safety of runners and volunteers, this is a NO PET event. Thank you for your understanding.
Run Wild is part of the Run Door County running series. See rundoorcounty.com for more info.
Go to runwild.org for more information.
For questions please use our email address: [email protected]
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.50 Fee & Run Wild Shirt
Sat 11th October 2025 (9:30AM CDT)
$38.50
This is a walking or running event. -
10K Run
Incl. $4.50 Fee & Run Wild Shirt
Sat 11th October 2025 (9:30AM CDT)
$49.50
This is a walking or running event. -
Smokey Bear 1/3 Mile Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Child Size Shirt
Sat 11th October 2025 (10:30AM CDT)
$17.50
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