Marathon has been held on the island every July since 2005, with the exception of 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The event has featured in the past a 2K race for children and a 10K race. In recent years, the event has included half marathon, marathon, and 50 km races. References External links Hiawatha National Forest - Grand Island Recreation Area Hiawatha National Forest Facebook Hiking Michigan excerpt National Recreation Areas of the United States Protected areas of Alger County, Michigan Hiawatha National Forest Protected areas established in 1990 1990 establishments in Michigan