Trail Running Calendar Indiana 2026-2027

A public group run at Bluhm County Park on January 25, 2026, covering about 3.5 miles at an easy pace. The route is the same used for upcoming trail races and the run will go ahead regardless of weather.

A 15k looped trail race at Red Mill County Park in La Porte, Indiana on February 7, 2026, with four marked loops, old-school timing using popsicle sticks, a cereal-themed post-race spread, and awards for overall and age-group finishers.

Join the Chilly Chili Trail Run on February 7 at Ouabache State Park in Bluffton Indiana with scenic 3 and 5 mile trails. Registration includes a long sleeve shirt, hot chili and age group awards.

Enjoy a three race series along Plainfield's scenic paved trail system from February to April, featuring bridges, ponds, waterfalls and live chip timing. Complete all three for a custom finisher medal and enjoy awards, hot cocoa and fire pi..

Join the Frozen Trailfest at Franke Park on February 14, 2026 for 5K and 10K trail runs, a 20K mountain bike ride and a 10K wheelchair race. Enjoy wintry trails, mixed surfaces and on site packet pickup with awards after the races.

The Yeti Trail Half Marathon will take place in Westville on Saturday 21 February 2026. You can run 14 miles.

Join the Indiana Trail Running Association for a relaxed winter trail run and social in Yellowwood State Forest near Nashville, IN. Choose a roughly 6.5 to 7 miles lakeshore loop or shorter options, then warm up by the fire with soup, sandw..

Hit the wooded trails at Sunset Hill County Park for the Foot Pursuit 5K, a scenic 3.1 mile run or walk across rolling hills. Enjoy friendly competition, age group awards, and postrace camaraderie in Valparaiso.

Take on scenic trails at Mounds State Park on March 7, 2026 with 5K and 15K options as part of the DINO Trail Run Series. Enjoy river views, ceremonial mounds, on course aid stations and heated facilities for a comfortable race day.

Join the Plainfield Race Series from Feb 7 to Apr 11, 2026 for 5k, 10k and 10 mile races on scenic paved trails with bridges, ponds and parks. Enjoy chip timing, custom shirts and a series finisher medal plus post race hot cocoa and fire pi..

A trail event on March 14, 2026 in Valparaiso offering 30k, 50k and a new 50 mile option on a Strava-mapped course with notable Roller Coaster hills, two aid stations, and distinct finisher awards.

Join the Holliday Park Trail Run, a two day spring celebration with family activities and a day of scenic trail races for all ages. Tackle rugged woodland trails, cheer kids in fun runs, and support local park programs.

False Spring Trail Runs in LaPorte, IN on March 21 invites runners to tackle a scenic but demanding 10K or Half on winding single track trails with lake views. Inclusive entries and finisher awards add to the friendly trail vibe.

Run scenic singletrack and rolling hills at Owen Putnam State Forest on March 21, 2026, with distances from 10K to 50 miles. This cupless event requires you to carry hydration and includes swag, medals and age awards.

A six hour trail run at Luhr County Park on April 4, 2026 where participants complete as many 1.7 mile loops as possible. Course markings and lap checks determine winners by total distance covered.

Race The Trails returns April 4, 2026 in Newburgh Indiana for its 10th year supporting local trails and parks. Run the 5K or bring the kids for fun races and help fund trail building and park improvements.

Hit the Pate Hollow trails at Paynetown State Recreation Area on April 4, 2026 for a scenic, hilly trail run offering a 15K single lap and a shorter 5K. Challenging terrain and forest views make this a perfect early season test.

Tackle the rugged Knobstone 50, a point to point 50 mile trail run through steep, Appalachian style hills and forested vistas. Pacers are welcome and organizers offer shuttle service plus a recycled performance finisher hat for all finisher..

Join the Plainfield Race Series from Feb 7 to Apr 11, 2026 for 5k, 10k and 10 mile races on scenic paved trails with bridges, ponds and parks. Enjoy chip timing, custom shirts and a series finisher medal plus post race hot cocoa and fire pi..

Hit the trails at Morgan Monroe State Forest on April 26, 2026 for Run with the Squirrels, a low cost, low frills trail race offering 5K to half marathon distances. Enjoy scenic forest routes and basic aid stations for a friendly, down to e..