Winter Trail Fest (WTF) Half Marathon and 5 Mile - Westside
From Trivium Racing
- Date Sat 21st February 2026
- Time 11:00AM EST
- Location Middleville, Michigan
- Price $48.00 - $85.74
- Races 9 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating winter adventure at the Winter Trail Fest (WTF) Half Marathon and 5 Mile event, organized by Trivium Racing! Set to take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, in the stunning Yankee Springs Recreation Area of Middleville, Michigan, this race promises to be an unforgettable experience for both seasoned athletes and enthusiastic newcomers. Participants can choose between a challenging Half Marathon and a fun-filled 5 Mile race, each featuring the unpredictable winter trail conditions that make this event truly unique. Expect to navigate through snow, slush, ice, and mud, with the added thrill of a famous river crossing that will test your grit.
With a noon start time, you can enjoy a leisurely morning before diving into the rugged singletrack and rolling hills that the course has to offer. Whether you choose to run or ruck, you’ll be joining a vibrant community of winter warriors celebrating the thrill of the outdoors. Every finisher will walk away with a custom WTF hoodie and medal, making it a perfect motivator to keep your training on track during those chilly months. Join us for this exciting winter challenge and find out why the Winter Trail Fest West is a beloved tradition that brings runners and ruckers back
With a noon start time, you can enjoy a leisurely morning before diving into the rugged singletrack and rolling hills that the course has to offer. Whether you choose to run or ruck, you’ll be joining a vibrant community of winter warriors celebrating the thrill of the outdoors. Every finisher will walk away with a custom WTF hoodie and medal, making it a perfect motivator to keep your training on track during those chilly months. Join us for this exciting winter challenge and find out why the Winter Trail Fest West is a beloved tradition that brings runners and ruckers back
Organiser's Description
WINTER TRAIL FEST WEST HALF MARATHON & 5 MILE TRAIL RACE IN MIDDLEVILLE, MICHIGAN
Some call it the Winter Trail Fest. Others just think, What the F?!
Join us on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Yankee Springs Recreation Area [https://www.michigan.gov/recsearch/parks/yankeesprings] in Middleville, MI for Winter Trail Fest West Half Marathon and 5 Mile trail race. This winter race is known for its unpredictable conditionssnow, slush, ice, or mudand the famous river crossing that takes winter trail challenge to another level. If icy water isnt your thing, you can skip it with a short .25-mile detour, but either way, youll earn every step of your WTF hoodie, medal, and bragging rights.
WTF West begins with a Noon start, giving you a chance to relax in the morning before testing your grit on the trails. The Half Marathon course features rolling hills and rugged singletrack, while the 5 Mile distance offers a fast, fun taste of winter racing. Both distances welcome runners and ruckers, making WTF West one of Michigans few winter trail races to feature a dedicated ruck division.
This race is perfect motivation to keep training through the winter months. Signing up for WTF West means having a goal to keep you moving when the weather makes most people stay inside. The gnarlier the conditions, the cooler the participantsand at WTF West, youll never forget the experience.
WHY RUN WTF WEST?
* Half Marathon & 5 Mile options: Choose the distance that fits your winter goals
* Run or ruck divisions: A growing ruck community [https://runsignup.com/Race/WinterTrailFest/Page/RuckDetails] side by side with runners
* Unpredictable winter trail conditions: Snow, slush, ice, mudsometimes all in one race
* Noon start time: Sleep in and let the temps warm up before you hit the trails
* River crossing option: Test your grit or bypass with a short detour
* Swag youll live in: Earn the custom WTF hoodie and medal every finisher loves
* Community atmosphere: High-energy volunteers, bonfires, and post-race stories to share
* WTF + STFU Trail Series [https://triviumracing.com/michigan-wtf-stfu-trail-series/]: Race Winter Trail Fest plus Summer Trail Fest Ultra [https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Laingsburg/STFUandHalf] (50K, Half Marathon, 5 Mile) in June to claim connecting medals and save 15% with the bundle
This is more than a winter raceits a celebration of grit, unpredictability, and Michigans late-February trails. Sign up for the Winter Trail Fest West Half Marathon or 5 Mile and find out why runners and ruckers come back year after year.
Some call it the Winter Trail Fest. Others just think, What the F?!
Join us on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Yankee Springs Recreation Area [https://www.michigan.gov/recsearch/parks/yankeesprings] in Middleville, MI for Winter Trail Fest West Half Marathon and 5 Mile trail race. This winter race is known for its unpredictable conditionssnow, slush, ice, or mudand the famous river crossing that takes winter trail challenge to another level. If icy water isnt your thing, you can skip it with a short .25-mile detour, but either way, youll earn every step of your WTF hoodie, medal, and bragging rights.
WTF West begins with a Noon start, giving you a chance to relax in the morning before testing your grit on the trails. The Half Marathon course features rolling hills and rugged singletrack, while the 5 Mile distance offers a fast, fun taste of winter racing. Both distances welcome runners and ruckers, making WTF West one of Michigans few winter trail races to feature a dedicated ruck division.
This race is perfect motivation to keep training through the winter months. Signing up for WTF West means having a goal to keep you moving when the weather makes most people stay inside. The gnarlier the conditions, the cooler the participantsand at WTF West, youll never forget the experience.
WHY RUN WTF WEST?
* Half Marathon & 5 Mile options: Choose the distance that fits your winter goals
* Run or ruck divisions: A growing ruck community [https://runsignup.com/Race/WinterTrailFest/Page/RuckDetails] side by side with runners
* Unpredictable winter trail conditions: Snow, slush, ice, mudsometimes all in one race
* Noon start time: Sleep in and let the temps warm up before you hit the trails
* River crossing option: Test your grit or bypass with a short detour
* Swag youll live in: Earn the custom WTF hoodie and medal every finisher loves
* Community atmosphere: High-energy volunteers, bonfires, and post-race stories to share
* WTF + STFU Trail Series [https://triviumracing.com/michigan-wtf-stfu-trail-series/]: Race Winter Trail Fest plus Summer Trail Fest Ultra [https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Laingsburg/STFUandHalf] (50K, Half Marathon, 5 Mile) in June to claim connecting medals and save 15% with the bundle
This is more than a winter raceits a celebration of grit, unpredictability, and Michigans late-February trails. Sign up for the Winter Trail Fest West Half Marathon or 5 Mile and find out why runners and ruckers come back year after year.
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $6.74 Fee & Hooded Sweatshirt
Sat 21st February 2026 (12:00PM EST)
$85.74
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5 Mile
Incl. $5.54 Fee & Hooded Sweatshirt
Sat 21st February 2026 (12:30PM EST)
$64.54
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Economy Package - Half Marathon
Incl. $5.72 Fee
Sat 21st February 2026 (12:00PM EST)
$67.72
This option is for runners who do not want a race shirt or finishers medal, but still want a great race! -
Economy Package - 5 Mile
Incl. $5.00 Fee
Sat 21st February 2026 (12:30PM EST)
$51.00
This option is for runners who do not want a race shirt or finishers medal, but still want a great race! -
Half Marathon Ruck
Incl. $6.74 Fee & Hooded Sweatshirt
Sat 21st February 2026 (11:00AM EST)
$85.74
Ruckers are hiking with a weighted ruck sack or weight plate carrier and will be weighed prior to the race. Ruckers Under 150 lbs must have a backpack with 20 lbs Ruckers Over 150 Lbs must have a backpack with 30 lbs -
Half Marathon - Early Start (No Awards)
Incl. $6.74 Fee & Hooded Sweatshirt
Sat 21st February 2026 (11:00AM EST)
$85.74
We will be allowing 50 half marathoners running or rucking to start early, but only on the basis they need the extra time to meet the cutoffs. 1) I understand that while the course will be marked, there is a chance that aid stations will not be manned by the time I arrive at them. 2) I am signing up for this category because I believe the extra time will be necessary for me to make the cutoff, not because I want to finish early. I will not use headphones so I can hear runners behind me, and I will move the the side when runners approach to pass. -
Virtual Half Marathon
Incl. $5.00 Fee & Hooded Sweatshirt
$48.00
Want to earn your medal and race shirt at your own time and place? Race virtually and get your packet mailed to you when you submit your results! -
Virtual 5 Mile
Incl. $5.00 Fee & Hooded Sweatshirt
$48.00
Want to earn your medal and race shirt at your own time and place? Race virtually and get your packet mailed to you when you submit your results! -
5 Mile Ruck
Incl. $5.54 Fee & Hooded Sweatshirt
Sat 21st February 2026 (12:30PM EST)
$64.54
Ruckers are hiking with a weighted ruck sack or weight plate carrier and will be weighed prior to the race. Ruckers Under 150 lbs must have a backpack with 20 lbs Ruckers Over 150 Lbs must have a backpack with 30 lbs
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