Details

Sunday, November 12, 2017
Half Marathon Start: 9:15 a.m.
10k Start: 9:30 a.m.
5k Start: 9:45 a.m. (due to the route and traffic inside the park all those running the 5k should be at the Twin Chimney site and parked no later than 9:15 a.m.)

Fees

Half Marathon Run:
February 1, 2017 – August 1, 2017 $50
August 2, 2017 – September 30, 2017 $65
October 1, 2017 – November 9, 2017 $80

10K Run/Walk: (there will not be awards for a walking category)
February 1, 2017 – August 1, 2017 $35
August 2, 2017 – September 30, 2017 $40
October 1, 2017 – November 10, 2017 $45
 
5k Run/Walk: (there will not be awards for a walking category)
February 1, 2017 – August 1, 2017 $30
August 2, 2017 – September 30, 2017 $35
October 1, 2017 – November 10, 2017 $40
New registrations will be accepted Saturday, Nov 11th (cash or check only) providing there are still entries available.

Youth (age 13 and under)
Half Marathon – $45
10k –  $30
5k – $20
 
Participant Waiver (click here)

What do you get with Registration?

  • An awesome Back Roads long sleeve tech shirt (guaranteed if registered by 7 a.m. on October 20th). Unisex shirt sizes include XS, S, M, L, XL, and 2XL. ($1.50 charge extra for 2XL) Youth unisex sizes include S, M, L, and XL. To assist with selecting your shirt size, please view the adult and youth sizing charts. (coming soon)
  • Finisher’s medal
  • Chronotrack timing by Newton Timing & Race Services Company
  • A complimentary cold brew from Motor City Brewing Works (providing you are 21 years old) and a warm bowl of Mac and Cheese from Clarkston Union. (Or you can pick from soft drinks and donuts!)
  • Live entertainment at the finish line
  • Tons of the best volunteers
  • Excellent course support with water, sports drink, Power Gel and port-a-potties

Awards

Half Marathon/10K/5K: Overall M/F, Masters M/F and top 3 in each division. Age groups 13 & under, 14–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, and 70+.

Course

Provided is the Half Marathon, 5K & 10K course map, including water stations. 

Please click here for the Course Map.

Parking

Park opens at 7:30 a.m. Entry fee is $5.00 unless you have a yearly park pass, then it's free. Park attendants will be available to sell annual and day passes on Saturday at packet pick up. (Cash or check only)

Packet Pick-Up

Saturday, November 11th from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Independence Oaks County Park in the Twin Chimney's Shelter. (9501 Sashabaw Rd., Village of Clarkston, MI 48348). New Registrations will be accepted Saturday (cash or check only) You can also purchase your park pass during this time if you do not already have one. (The pass will be good for both Saturday and Sunday's park entrance)

Sunday packet pick-up is 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. at the Twin Chimney's Sheter at Independence Oaks County Park. Sorry, no race day registrations accepted.

Post-Race Party

Relax by a fire and enjoy live music and warm food! We are pleased to announce the post race party will include live music, cold beer from Motor City Brewing Works and the famous Clarkston Union/Woodshop Mac and Cheese. The opportunity to purchase beer and post race food will be available to spectators. You must be 21 years of age, with a valid drivers license to get into the beer tent. Strictly enforced.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please click here for the FAQs.

Pace Teams

Please welcome, for the fourth year, Your Pace Or Mine (YPOM) to the half marathon! The group will be offering pace teams led by experienced pacers for finish times between 1:40 and 2:45. If you have a goal time that you need help attaining, or you just want to run with some fun people, consider joining one of the pace teams. The pace leaders will maintain an exact per-mile average pace. For more details on the pace teams, please visit the Your Pace or Mine Running Club Pacer Page website.

CSB Backroads Training Program

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This year the Clarkston State Bank Backroads races are pleased to partner with Socially Motivated Wellness in offering a training program for all race distances.  

All programs will meet once a week on at Independence Oaks County Park.  Participants will be placed in groups depending on their pace, or the time it takes them to complete a mile.  All running and walking will be done with an interval method of training.  

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Oakland County Parks Pass

Available now, click here.
Please note: This purchase is separate and supports Oakland County Parks and allows you park entrance throughout the entire year.
The pass will be mailed to your home address.