Topeka

Trail Running Calendar near Topeka 2026-2027

Explore the top trail runs near Topeka for 2026-2027! We've gathered 7 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

October 2026

Running with Ghouls

Canton | 16 mi from Topeka

Trail Run 5 km

Family-friendly 5K and 1-mile walk/run at Lakeland Park on October 31, 2026, hosted by the Canton YWCA with proceeds supporting local YWCA programs.

Family-friendly 5K and 1-mile walk/run at Lakeland Park on October 31, 2026, hosted by the Canton YWCA with proceeds supporting local YWCA programs.

November 2026

McNotagain Fall Trail Run

Pekin | 22 mi from Topeka

Trail Run 4 mi 10 mi 30 mi 50 mi

Fall trail races in Pekin IL on a reversed 10 mile loop, offering 3.5, 10, 30 and 50 mile options with creek crossings and 1300 feet gain per loop.

Fall trail races in Pekin IL on a reversed 10 mile loop, offering 3.5, 10, 30 and 50 mile options with creek crossings and 1300 feet gain per loop.

FOLEPI River Trail Classic

East Peoria | 30 mi from Topeka

Trail Run 4 mi

36th Annual FOLEPI River Trail Classic in East Peoria on November 28, 2026, features a 4-mile run and a 2-mile walk with shirt and no-shirt options.

36th Annual FOLEPI River Trail Classic in East Peoria on November 28, 2026, features a 4-mile run and a 2-mile walk with shirt and no-shirt options.

April 2027

Potawatomi Trail Runs

Pekin | 22 mi from Topeka

Trail Run 10 mi 30 mi ... 150 mi 200 mi

A multi-day trail event in Pekin, IL with looped ultramarathon distances from 10 to 200 miles, aid stations, camping, and GPS-timed results.

A multi-day trail event in Pekin, IL with looped ultramarathon distances from 10 to 200 miles, aid stations, camping, and GPS-timed results.

May 2027

Spring Stampede 10k

Hanna City | 26 mi from Topeka

Trail Run 5 km 10 km

Trail races at Wildlife Prairie Park in Hanna City, Illinois with 5K and 10K loop courses on maintenance trails and single track. Day park admission is included and the event features awards, post race snacks, and volunteer opportunities.

Trail races at Wildlife Prairie Park in Hanna City, Illinois with 5K and 10K loop courses on maintenance trails and single track. Day park admission is included and the event features awards, post race snacks, and volunteer opportunities.

MammothMarch Illinois

Chandlerville | 23 mi from Topeka

Trail Run

A 20 mile single circuit hike at Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area on May 15, 2027, featuring aid stations, complimentary parking, and a finisher medal.

A 20 mile single circuit hike at Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area on May 15, 2027, featuring aid stations, complimentary parking, and a finisher medal.

September 2027

The Ultimate Suck

Cuba | 17 mi from Topeka

Obstacle Run 10 mi 25 mi 50 mi

A multi-day endurance event at Decker Farm offering 36, 12 and 4 hour formats that mix farm chores, boot camp, trail running and strongman challenges.

A multi-day endurance event at Decker Farm offering 36, 12 and 4 hour formats that mix farm chores, boot camp, trail running and strongman challenges.