Middleville, United States of America · Saturday 20 February 2027
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 20, 2027 at Yankee Springs Recreation Area in Middleville, MI for Winter Trail Fest West Half Marathon and 5 Mile trail race. This winter race is known for its unpredictable conditions—snow, slush, ice, or mud—and the famous river crossing that takes “winter trail challenge” to another level. If icy water isn’t your thing, you can skip it with a short .25-mile detour, but either way, you’ll 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 Michigan’s 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 participants—and at WTF West, you’ll 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 side by side with runners Unpredictable winter trail conditions: Snow, slush, ice, mud—sometimes 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 you’ll 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 : Race Winter Trail Fest plus Summer Trail Fest Ultra (50 Mile, 50K,
Adjusted Time
1:40:47
Time difference: -4.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Winter Trail Fest (WTF) Half Marathon and 5 Mile - Westside is a half marathon held in Middleville, United States of America, scheduled for Saturday 20 February 2027. The course is run on road surface with 0m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 0m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Winter Trail Fest (WTF) Half Marathon and 5 Mile - Westside website.
This is a very flat course with only 0m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from 0m to 0m above sea level — a 0m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.
Winter Trail Fest (WTF) Half Marathon and 5 Mile - Westside is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
Our difficulty rating for Winter Trail Fest (WTF) Half Marathon and 5 Mile - Westside is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based half marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Winter Trail Fest (WTF) Half Marathon and 5 Mile - Westside against other half marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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