Tails & Trails 5K
Village of Clarkston, Michigan, United States
Aug 16, 2026 - Sunday
5k
Race Information
Join Oakland County Animal Shelter for its annual Tails & Trails 5K! The event will take place at Independence Oaks, OCPβs largest park and will raise money for the non-profit Do Only Good Animal Rescue which helps supports dogs at the Oakland County Animal Shelter.
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Finish at the 50-yard line of historic Gies Memorial Stadium! Snack on bountiful postrace food and then join the rockinβ 27th-Mile Street Fest with live music, a Beer Garden and other festivities.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Elevation: Some Hills
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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