Trail Running Calendar Indiana 2026-2027

A 3.1 mile all-trail run at Sunset Hill County Park in Valparaiso on March 7, 2026, with age group and overall awards, guaranteed shirts for early registrants, and a Police Fire Criminal Justice department challenge.

Run the scenic trails of Mounds State Park near Indianapolis. Choose from a 5K or 15K course starting at the park gatehouse. Enjoy post-race amenities in a heated pavilion with awards for top finishers.

The Plainfield Race Series features three Saturday morning events from winter to spring. Runners can choose from 5k, 10k, or 10-mile distances on the paved community trails. Each race includes chip timing, a themed shirt, and a post-race ce..

A cross country event in Clayton, Indiana on March 13, 2026 supporting local school cross country programs, offering 5k, Kids 3k, virtual options, team scoring and awards, plus a shirt only option.

Event Overview The Tombstone Trail Run takes place on March 14, 2026 at Sunset Hill Farm County Park in Valparaiso, Indiana. The event offers three trail running distances: a 30k, a 50k, and a new 50-mile distance added for 2026. Course &am..

A two-day trail event in Holliday Park, Indianapolis on March 20–21, 2026 featuring a timed 5 mile run, a 3 mile hike, youth races, commemorative shirts, and varied natural trail terrain.

Challenge yourself on the scenic, non-flat trails of Soldiers Memorial Park in LaPorte. Choose between a winding 10K loop or a two-lap Half Marathon, with festivities at the finish. The event supports youth runners and offers financial aid..

This low-key trail race in Indiana's Owen-Putnam State Forest is an annual tradition. Runners can choose from four distances on a scenic, predominantly single-track lollipop course. The event is cupless, requiring participants to carry thei..

The Swamp Stomp offers a 5-mile run and 4-mile walk on the trails of Hawthorn Park. It's the 31st annual edition of this community event. Awards are given for runners and walkers, with post-race snacks provided.

The Bodies Race Company - Indianapolis will take place in Indianapolis on Sunday 29 March 2026. You can run between 5 and 21 kilometers.

Run for six hours on a 1.7-mile trail loop at Luhr County Park. See how many laps you can complete before time runs out. This timed event is organized by the inclusive Crazy Legs Race Series.

Race The Trails in Newburgh, Indiana is the tenth annual event by Warrick Trails and the Warrick Parks Foundation, featuring a 5K plus two youth races. Proceeds support trail building and park improvements.

This DINO Trail Run event takes place on the Pate Hollow Trail near Paynetown State Recreation Area in Bloomington. Runners can choose a 5k or a 15k single-lap course, which offers a remote and rugged trail experience. There is also a free..

The Dirty Dawg Trail Series is a two-race trail event in Columbus, Indiana, taking place in April and October. Runners can choose between 5K and 10K distances on each date. All finishers receive a beanie hat.

A rugged point to point 50 mile trail race on Indiana’s Knobstone Trail with roughly 10,000 feet of elevation gain. The event is cupless, uses live GPS tracking, and enforces aid station check ins and elapsed time cutoffs.

The Plainfield Race Series features three Saturday morning events from winter to spring. Runners can choose from 5k, 10k, or 10-mile distances on the paved community trails. Each race includes chip timing, a themed shirt, and a post-race ce..

A spring event in Evansville offering 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run on April 11, 2026 with an out and back course along the Greenway Passage, finisher medals, age group awards, and partial proceeds to the Evansville Parks Department.

The DINO Trail Run returns to DePauw Nature Park, featuring 5k and 15k courses on crushed stone trails. Runners can enjoy views of the park's rock quarry cliffs on a route with mostly gentle grades and a few steep hills.

Explore the trails of Camp Mack in this unique 5K. The course winds past a challenge course, archery range, and natural landmarks. Registration includes a shirt and a post race cinnamon toast breakfast.

Run With The Squirrels is a low-frills trail running event in the scenic Morgan Monroe State Forest. It offers four distances from a 5K to a half marathon. The focus is on a natural, low-cost race experience without included medals or t-shi..