Trail Running Calendar Indiana 2024-2025

The Hueston Woods Trail Race, taking place on November 23-24, 2024, at Hueston Woods State Park, offers a variety of events including a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a duathlon. Participants can also join the 6 Hours of Power and 20K relay races. The scenic trails feature diverse terrains, including s..

The Jackson County 50-50 Ultramarathon is an exciting ultra-running event taking place at the Pyoca Camp and Retreat Center in Brownstown, Indiana. Scheduled for December 7, 2024, participants can choose from various distances, including a 10-mile, 50K, 100K, and a 100K relay option for teams of 2-6..

The Ignite Trail Marathon, part of the Ignite Trail series, will take place at Chain O'Lakes State Park in Albion, Indiana. Scheduled for December 14, 2024, the event features both a full marathon and a half marathon, with a course consisting of a 13.1-mile loop that participants can run once or twi..

The Frozen Feet 5k Trail Run is set to take place at Creek Ridge County Park in Michigan City, Indiana. This winter-themed race features a challenging two-loop course with natural terrain, including roots and potential snow or mud. Participants will receive a one-size-fits-all hat and gloves, and re..

The Winter Night Trail Run will take place in Indianapolis on Saturday 11 January 2025. You can run between 6 and 13 miles.

The FroMoMoFo 20 Miler and 10 Mile Fun Run is an exciting winter trail running event taking place in Martinsville, Indiana. Participants can choose between a 20-mile run or a 10-mile run, both set in the scenic Frozen Morgan Monroe Forest. The event features two aid stations equipped with cozy firep..

The Chilly Chili Trail Run is a winter running event taking place at Ouabache State Park in Bluffton, Indiana. Scheduled for February 1, 2025, participants can choose between a 3-mile "Just For Fun" run or a more competitive 5-mile trail run. All registrants will receive a long sleeve t-shirt and en..

The Frozen Trailfest is an exciting outdoor event taking place at Franke Park in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Participants can choose from a 10K Trail Run, a 20K Mountain Bike Ride, or a 10K Wheelchair race, all set against the backdrop of the park's frozen singletrack trails. The event promotes winter spor..

The Lake Vista Lunatics Run, taking place at Deam Lake SRA in Borden, IN, offers participants a choice between a 6-hour or 12-hour endurance run, as well as a 1-lap fun run. The course features a challenging 4.167-mile loop with steep grades, creek crossings, and technical terrain. Runners will comp..

The Yeti Trail Half Marathon is set to take place at Bluhm County Park in Westville, Indiana. This unique race features a challenging course consisting of three loops primarily on single-track dirt trails, complete with switchbacks and tree roots. Participants will enjoy a low-key atmosphere with ma..

The Tombstone 30k/50k Trail Run is set to take place at Sunset Hill Farm County Park in Valparaiso, Indiana, on March 8, 2025. Participants can choose between two distances: a 30k and a 50k trail run, both featuring challenging loops that include the famous "Roller Coaster" hills. Runners will recei..

The False Spring Trail Runs is a challenging trail race held at Soldiers Memorial Park in LaPorte, IN, featuring scenic woodsy single-track trails. Participants can choose between a 10K or 20K distance, with the courses comprising winding switchbacks and views of lakes and ponds. The event is known ..

The OPSF 50/50 Trail Race is a popular running event held in Owen-Putnam State Forest, Indiana, organized by the Indiana Trail Running Association. Participants can choose from various distances, including a 50-mile, 50K, 14-mile, and 10K trail race. The course features predominantly single-track tr..

The Forrest Gump Hump 5K Trail Run is scheduled to take place at Oak Ridge Prairie and Oak Savannah Trail in Griffith, Indiana. This event, organized by the Crazy Legs Race Series, promotes non-pavement races in the Northwest Indiana region. Participants can expect a fun and challenging course, with..

The Knobstone 50 is a challenging 50-mile trail race held along Indiana's longest footpath, the Knobstone Trail, known for its steep and hilly terrain. This point-to-point race starts at Deam Lake State Park and finishes at Delaney Creek Park, featuring approximately 10,000 feet of elevation gain. P..

The Glacial Esker 6-12-24 Hour Trail Race is a timed running event taking place from April 26 to April 27, 2025, in Albion, Indiana. Participants can choose from four race options: a 6-hour, a 12-hour (with both morning and evening starts), and a 24-hour race. The course is a 3.55-mile loop featurin..

The Grind on the Grid Backyard Ultra is a unique running event held in Veedersburg, Indiana, designed for endurance athletes. Participants run a 4-mile loop that includes a mix of gravel, grass, and road surfaces, with the goal of completing as many loops as possible within an hour. The event emphas..

The Run Happy 50K, along with other "happy" distances, is set to take place on May 3, 2025, at Potato Creek State Park Nature Center in North Liberty, Indiana. This event caters to both walkers and runners, making it ideal for families who wish to participate in various distances together. The cours..

DWD Gnaw Bone is an exciting running event set in the stunning terrain of Brown County, Indiana, known for its challenging trails and breathtaking natural beauty. Participants can choose from various distances, including a notoriously difficult 10K, along with 5K, half marathon, marathon, 50K, and 5..

The Armed Forces Endurance Run (AFER) is a fixed-time endurance event designed to honor active duty service members and veterans, with a focus on a different military branch each year; this year, the Marines are being celebrated. Held at Bixler Lake Park in Kendallville, IN, participants can choose ..