The Lakefront Runners Quietly Changing Milwaukee Mornings
A 5 a.m. running club on the Oak Leaf Trail is building more than mileage.
Priya Anand·May 28, 2026·5 min read
Before the sun touches Lake Michigan, a small crowd laces up at North Point.
The slow build
What started with six runners in 2023 now draws nearly 80 on a good morning.
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Priya Anand
Priya covers movement, sport, and community in the Midwest.
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