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    Very Happy Runners
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    Early AM Hippies

Is the course Certified? a Boston Qualifier?

No, sorry, it’s not a BQ. A course needs USATF cer­ti­fi­ca­tion to be a BQ, and trail courses are very dif­fi­cult to cer­tify due to the vari­ety of run­ning sur­faces encountered. Also, sometimes the actual length of a trail race depends on whatever distance is needed to get you out of the woods...

May I register in person? by mail?

Hey Hippies we are trying it out all online this year! Peace.

How long do I have to finish the race?

There is a 30 hour time limit for the 100mile and 100k ultras…….

Is the course stroller friendly?

All Run Woodstock course cover rocky, rooty and hilly terrain often along a single track trail, so strollers are not allowed on the course.

Is the course pet friendly?

As fond as we are of the K-9 Corps, we will not allow them on the course for the comfort and safety of other runners.

I was injured after registering for the race. Can I get a refund or defer until next year?

No – there will be NO refunds or deferments. We incur fixed costs for each runner based on registration numbers. As a result, we are not able to allow any refunds.

Can I switch race distances?

You may transfer your registration from one distance to another for a fee. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or you may complete your transfer at packet pickup. We strongly encourage you to complete all transfers prior to race weekend. The transfer cost does increase as race weekend approaches.

Can I transfer my registration to a friend?

Yes, you may transfer your registration to a friend for a transfer fee. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to make that change. There are no race day transfers to someone else.

Is there an age requirement for the races?

No one under the age of 16 may participate in an ultra distance event. All minors, regardless of event distance, must submit a registration signed by their parent and a parent/guardian must be present on race day.

What is included with my entry fee?

Your race entry fee includes parking, finisher’s medal, aid station services, drop bag service for ultras, award eligibility, post race refreshments, race weekend concerts, fun runs, yoga, chip timing and final race results.

Can I wear headphones on the course?

We discourage the use of headphones on the Run Woodstock course.

Will the event go on rain or shine?

The event will go on rain or shine with only the possibility of delay in the event of lightning.

How many water stations are there on the course? What type of energy drink and gel will be available?

The full and half marathon will have aid stations approximately every 4-5 miles with water, Gatorade, and gels at all of them. Ultra aid stations will be available approximately every 4-5 miles with any type of aid you could imagine wanting. If what you are looking for is not there, then you don’t need it!

Are there bathrooms available on the course?

There will be port-o-johns available in some parts along the course. If you choose to make nature your bathroom we ask you to be sure to “bury it” where applicable.

I don’t remember if I registered. How can I check and find out?

You can check your registration status HERE

Can someone pick my packet up for me?

We strongly encourage all runners to pick up their own race packet. It is important for runners to verify their data and make any necessary changes. However, if it is not possible for you to pick-up your own packet, you may have someone pick it up for you. 

Can I register on the day of the race?

Yes, there is race day registration available at Woodstock Camp starting at 5am through to 15 minutes prior to each race start.

5 Beautiful miles ...

Race Registration: Race registration and packet pickup will be available on Friday from 3PM-7PM and race morning Saturday from 5AM – 7:45 AM.

5 Mile: No time limit!

Start Times:

Flower Power 5 Mile
8:00 AM Saturday
Far Out 5K (*Free!)
7:30 PM Friday
Feelin' Groovy 5K/5Mile (*Free!)
7:30 PM Saturday
Free Love 5 Mile (*Free!)
8:30 AM Sunday

**Entry into any of the *paid* Saturday Races gets you FREE entry into the 3 optional organized runs of the weekend. If not in a paid race, participants will need to purchase a Weekend Pass to participate.

Consider joining us for more laid back miles ... perhaps some natural evening miles. Walk, hike, run ...

Course: The course is on a mixture of single track & horse trail. The Start/Finish line is located at the Woodstock Camp.
Single loop

Awards: Peace Sign Medals to all finishers! Age group awards 3 deep in 5 year age groups. Very cool award for top 3 male/female.

Aid Stations:
Flower Power 5 Mile: There will not be any aid on the 5-mile loop, so please bring your own water if needed.

Camping: Join us in the dirt to get the full Run Woodstock experience. Sign up during registration.

Accommodations/Food/Airport: Motel listing, location, and phone numbers are shown on the general information page. The park is about an hour drive from Detroit Metro Airport. Renting a car is your best bet to get around.

Sunrise/set: Sunrise – 7:09 AM - Sunset – 7:54 PM; (civil twilight adds about 1/2 hour before & after those times.) Plus there’ll be a nearly full moon…

Course Maps

View the Course map HERE.

Hang loose! 


The Far Out 5K and Feelin' Groovy 5K and Free Love 5 Mile are FREE with any Saturday morning race entry! ...Or with purchase or required Weekend Pass for campers who are not racing Saturday morning.


Friday - 7:30pm Far Out 5K - flash­light or head­lamp required 

Saturday - 7:30pm Feelin' Groovy 5K - Flash­light or Head­lamp required 

Sunday - 8:30am Free Love 5 Mile - Meet at the stage and we'll take off one more time!

By completing all of the above, plus a timed race, you qualify for the Righteous Woodstock Weekend Challenge!! Click here for some info, man!

Pre-Race Information

Check out our pre-race information and FAQ video.

Course Preview Videos

Check out the new Run Woodstock course with our preview video series.

Miles 1-4 of the ultra courses

Miles 4-8 of the ultra courses

 

Participant Videos

Got a Woodstock video sitting in your phone taking up space? Upload that sucker to YouTube then send us the link and it will appear here! Best video each year gets a heirloom quality commorative oven mitt.

Rancid Goat's (Doug Owsley's) 2019 Hallucination 100 Journey

 

 

Start Times

Friday - September 5

100 Mile & 100K - 2:00PM

Far Out 5K (Free!) - 7:30PM

Saturday - September 6

50 Mile & 50K - 6:00AM

Mellow Marathon & Hippie Half - 7:30AM

Flower Power 5 Mile - 8:00AM

1 Mile Fun Run & Kids' Dash - 3:15PM

Feelin' Groovy 5K (Free!) - 7:30PM

Sunday - September 7

Free Love 5 Mile (Free!) - 8:30AM

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