Run for the Hills!

1 Mile Walk & 5K Run / Walk

Saturday, September 13, 2025

The most scenic and hilliest course in southeast Michigan! Come enjoy a beautiful fall morning at Hidden Lake Gardens for the 15th Annual Run for the Hills! 1 Mile & 5K Run or Walk along paved trails.

All participants will receive a participation medal. Only participants registered by August 30 are guaranteed a T-shirt. Registration includes entry into Hidden Lake Gardens and the Reach for the Sky Canopy Walk.

Registration will open at a later date to be announced and will be available until 7:30 a.m. the day of the race. Registration only available online via credit card purchase,

View the 2024 Run for the Hills! 5K and 1 mile course maps.

Check back soon for changes to the course for 2025.

Here are all the race day details you need to know:

Location: Hidden Lake Gardens, 6214 W. Monroe (M-50), Tipton, MI US 49287 | (517) 431-2060

Entrance: On race day, the entrance gate will open at 6:45 a.m. and will close at 7:45 a.m. For race participants' safety, once the gate is closed, entry or exit will not be permitted until 9:30 a.m. Pets will not be allowed entry into HLG for the race.

Packet Pick up:

Time TBA

Use the QR code found in your email at packet pickup for a quick and easy check-in!

Please note: If you are picking up your packet in advance, you will not be charged admission to HLG. You can also have someone pick up your packet on your behalf--just make sure they have your QR code.

Schedule: The 5k run/walk and 1 mile walk will start at 8:00 a.m. The course will be open until 9:30 a.m. Please note all 5K participants must be able to finish the course in 90 minutes.

2024 Course Map HERE ~ Check back soon for changes to the course for 2025.

Race day parking: Available at the race location, Hidden Lake Gardens. Park as directed upon arrival.

Awards: Awards will be distributed after the race at the awards table.

Results: After the race you can find your individual results using the link provided in your email. A complete listing of 2024 results can be found HERE