Kokosing Alberici Traylor Engineers Day 5K

Lace up your trail shoes for the Kokosing Alberici Traylor Engineers Day 5K, a unique event taking place on Friday, June 26, 2026, in the picturesque Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. This 5K race offers runners an exceptional opportunity to experience the area's engineering marvels and natural beauty, all set against the backdrop of the annual Engineers Day Weekend. Typical race day conditions in late June bring comfortable highs around 75°F and lows near 53°F, with only an 11% chance of precipitation, creating ideal running weather.

The course itself is a distinguishing feature, boasting a 100% soft surface that winds along gravel roads and snowmobile trails. Starting from the Ashmun Bay Boat Launch, runners will traverse the Ted Caffey Memorial Trail to South Street and back, enjoying continuous scenic views. Look forward to breathtaking vistas of Ashmun Bay, impressive freighters navigating the waterways, the start of the power canal, the iconic international bridge, and lush shoreline foliage. This flat, soft-surface route promises a gentler impact underfoot while providing a truly immersive experience of Sault Ste. Marie's unique landscape.

Beyond the run, participants can immerse themselves in the spirit of Engineers Day, with celebrations centered around the Soo Locks. All finishers will receive a medal and can refuel with post-race refreshments, including water, Gatorade, bananas, watermelon, chips, and fruit snacks. The event, organized by Yooper Running Company, also offers age group awards and special recognition for overall, Masters (40+), and Grandmasters (60+) winners. For those seeking more adventure, the International Bridge Walk to Sault Ste. Marie, Canada, is encouraged the day after the race.