Event Details
You asked for a night run, we delivered!! The event is planned for the afternoon/evening of Saturday, May 9th, 2026 and will cover most of the Kalkaska ORV Route. Since this is a DNR-owned trail system, Michigan ORV Decals (license + trail permit) are required on all trails. See the “Requirements” section below for info on where to purchase. The event will start in the afternoon, and will end at night. You’ll want to make sure your Tyri off-road lights are installed and in working order prior to this one!
We will travel in a convoy, with an experienced driver at the front (“lead”) and one at the back (“chase”), so if anyone needs help there will always be someone there. Both lead and chase vehicles will be equipped with VHF radios and will be in constant communication.
If you need to leave early for any reason, you can simply pull off on any of the dozens of road intersections we will be crossing – just let the lead or chase vehicle know that you will be heading out.
** Please keep in mind, this event is open to drivers of all experience levels…so some may find the pace too slow, while other may find it a bit fast. Please be patient with everyone and we will all have a great time. **
This event is sponsored by Tyri Lights and LaFontaine Auto Performance! If you have Tyri lights on your vehicle, or service your offroad vehicle at any LaFontaine location in the month prior to the event, please send a message in the group chat to receive a discount (refund) on the event! LAP also has a 10% discount on any service between now and the event for participants!
Registration
Includes:
● Entry fee (no charge for additional passengers)
● Vehicle Placards
● DNR Event Permit (if applicable) *Note: this is not the trail permits/decals; it is an event permit required by the DNR for larger group sizes
● Link to photos/videos from event
Agenda:
(Optional) Check into hotel room prior to departure (group block to be announced soon, or use your own accommodations)
Meet at Marathon gas station (off I-75 Exit 251) @2:30pm – Sign in, fuel up, air down tires, prepare for departure
Participants will either depart to the Northern or Southern Route, depending on Group (depart 3:30pm)
Fun offroading on Grayling Trails!
Stop for food around midway through at scramble area (pack your own food)
Participants will depart to opposite route depending on Group
End of Event – head back to hotel/home
*Don’t forget to fill up your tires before hitting the road. There are several gas stations in Grayling (just a few miles from the trails) that have air machines if you don’t have onboard air.
Rules, Requirements, and Recommendations:
Please visit the Rules and Requirements page for info.
Important Addresses:
- Marathon Gas Station: 5800 Nelson A Miles Pkwy, Grayling, MI 49738
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