East Grand Rapids Community Foundation

04/08/2026

IGNITE YOUR 4TH OF JULY WITH THE TRAIL BLAZER 5K!!

Don't just watch the fireworks - BE the firework! Start your Independence Day with a bang at our annual 5K run. Whether your chasing your personal record or just walking or running for your health, we want YOU at the starting line! Race begins at 8:30 a.m.

Why join?
* Commemorative 2026 T-shirt
* Top finisher medals by age category
* Proceeds help maintain trails in the community
* Beautiful Reeds Lake

Early Bird Alert: Prince increase on July 4th! Secure your spot now and save:

The Reeds Lake Trailblazer is on Saturday July 4, 2026.

12/07/2023

Are you ready to run? The EGR Community Foundation is bringing back the Trail Blazer 5K. Keep an eye out for updates and more information in the near future!

07/05/2022

Thanks to all who came out for the 12th annual Reeds Lake Trail Blazer 5K walk/run presented by Spectrum Health. We had a glorious sunny day and almost 400 participants starting their 4th of July with us. Feel free to grab photos to share your efforts.

07/03/2022

Tomorrow is the big day! The Reeds Lake Trail Blazer 5K Run/Walk begins at 8:30 a.m. tomorrow! Online registration is now closed, but you can register from 5-7 pm tonight at the Community Center or onsite from 6:15 to 8:00 am. Adults (18+) = $40; Teenagers (11-17) = $15; Children (10 and under) = $10

07/02/2022

Check out the course this year! Roads along the Reeds Lake Trail Blazer course will be closed for about 90 minutes the morning of July 4 for the safety of the race participants. The race begins at 8:30 a.m. and will be concluded by 10 a.m. Roads will close a few minutes before the start and will reopen as soon as possible. More info at www.reedslaketrailblazer.com.

07/01/2022

Did we mention there will be food? Special thanks to Meijer for donating all the bottled water, apples, bananas and granola bars for the participants. Forgot to register? No worries, visit: www.reedslaketrailblazer.com

06/30/2022

Did you pick out your race day outfit yet? We see a lot of patriotic and enthusiastic people participating in the Reeds Lake Trail Blazer, presented by Spectrum Health, each year. We can’t wait to see you there!
www.reedslaketrailblazer.com

06/29/2022

Here’s everything you need to know for the Reeds Lake Trail Blazer, presented by Spectrum Health, on Monday, July 4:

Pre-Registration: Adults (18+) = $30; Teenagers (11-17) = $15; Children (10 and under) = $10

Day of event registration: Adults (18+) = $40; Teenagers (11-17) = $15; Children (10 and under) = $10
Register at www.reedslaketrailblazer.com

Packet pickup/late registration

Thursday, June 30 – 5-7 pm
Sunday, July 3 – 5-7 pm
EGR Community Center

Monday, July 4 - 6:45-8:00 a.m.
EGR Community Center Parking Lot
750 Lakeside Dr. SE
Day of Registration: Adults (18+) = $40; Teenagers (11-17) = $15; Children (10 and under) = $10

Race begins at 8:30 a.m.

Snacks and refreshments will be provided at the finish line courtesy of Meijer.

An aid station is located on Reeds Lake Blvd near the half way point that will have water and Gatorade.

The race is chip timed. Awards will be given for the top 3 overall male, overall female, and the fastest stroller as well as male and female awards for runners in the following age groups: 10/under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+. Awards will also be given for the top three male and females 10/under riding bikes.

All proceeds from the event: East Grand Rapids Community Foundation.More information about the trail please visit us at www.egrcf.com

06/28/2022

We’re gearing up for another Trail Blazer 5k walk/run on Monday, July 4! Here’s some photos from last year’s event to get you excited for the 2022 event. If you haven’t already, register today at www.reedslaketrailblazer.com.

06/26/2022

We’re still looking for a few more volunteers to help with the Trail Blazer event the morning of Monday, July 4. Can you spare a couple of hours to help raise money for programs that benefit the East Grand Rapids community? Sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805094da8ab2aa7f49-20211