
Global Running Day 2.25-mile Trail Run/Walk - Motivated by Nature for Harris Nature Center
Wed, Jun 3, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
- Location
- Okemos, MI
- 3998 Van Atta Road, 48864
- Featured distance
- 2.25 Miles
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Explore nature on a 2.25-mile trail run/walk on Global Running Day, supporting the Harris Nature Center Foundation's mission.
- Fun
- Scenic
- For a Cause
Great for
- Beginner Friendly
- For a Cause
- Family Friendly
Celebrate Global Running Day with a refreshing 2.25-mile trail run or walk through the beautiful Harris Nature Center and Eastgate Park in Okemos, Michigan. This event invites you to explore local nature, winding along trails, forest, and the Red Cedar River. Your participation directly supports the Harris Nature Center Foundation, helping to enhance their Nature Exploration Area. It's a wonderful opportunity for all ages to connect with the outdoors and contribute to a meaningful local cause. Kids 10 and under join for free.
What to expect
- Enjoy a gentle 2.25-mile trail run or walk through diverse natural landscapes.
- Discover the beauty of the Harris Nature Center, featuring trails, forests, and river views.
- Gather with fellow participants for refreshments at the Center's pavilion post-event.
Standout details
- Global Running Day event
- Supports Harris Nature Center Foundation
- 2.25-mile trail run/walk
- Kids 10 and under run free
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Vibe Check
Steady Effort
Mostly flat trail
- Mostly trail
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Trail
- Flat
- Family-oriented
From the organizer
Join us on Global Running Day for an adventure run/walk through the trails of the 100-acre Harris Nature Center and Eastgate Park!! This 2.25-mile loop is a great opportunity to see nature just outside your backdoor. After crossing the finish line, join us at the Center's pavilion for some refreshments. Kids are welcome - 10 and under are free!
Location : The start/finish of the event will be at the trailhead just outside the Harris Nature Center building, 3998 Van Atta Rd, Okemos, MI 48864 .
The Harris Nature Center Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that provides a source of funding for special projects to enhance the facilities and programs of the Harris Nature Center in Meridian Township, Michigan.
Cost: Early event registration is $25 per participant through May 14th, then $30 after. Note that RunSignUp charges additional processing fees. Kids aged 10 and younger are free but must be registered to participate. Thanks to our generous sponsors, all of your registration costs will go to the Harris Nature Center Foundation's goal to improve the Nature Exploration Area with a new Hawk's Nest feature.
About Harris Nature Center Situated along the Red Cedar River and within Meridian Riverfront Park, Harris Nature Center's focus is on protecting, promoting and interpreting the Red Cedar River through educational opportunities. The Nature Building offers educational displays and live animal exhibits, surrounded by six miles of trails, forest, meadows, wetlands and the banks of the Red Cedar River. Harris Nature Center is the only nature center in Mid-Michigan dedicated to the preservation of the Red Cedar River.
Weather Policy : In the event of inclement weather (i.e. there is an active weather warning or the heat index over 100), the event will be cancelled. Because this event is a fundraiser for the Harris Nature Center Foundation, all fees and costs are non-refundable.
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