Trail Running Calendar Indiana 2024-2025

The First Day Trail Run and Walk at Monroe Lake is a New Year's Day tradition held in Bloomington, Indiana. This non-competitive event offers participants three distance options: 3.7 miles, 2.9 miles, and 1.3 miles. Attendees can enjoy a festive atmosphere with a food station featuring soup, grilled..

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 FroMoMoFo 20 Miler & 10 Mile Fun Run is an exciting winter trail running event taking place in Martinsville, Indiana. Participants can choose between a 20-mile run, which consists of two loops of the scenic Three Lakes loop trail, or a 10-mile run, featuring one loop. The course offers a beautif..

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

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. Scheduled for February 15, 2025, participants can choose from a 10K Trail Run, a 20K Mountain Bike Ride, or a 10K Wheelchair race, all designed to challenge athletes on the park's frozen singletrack..

The Indiana Trail Running Association Winter Trail Run n' Fun is an annual event scheduled for February 15, 2025, at Yellowwood State Forest in Nashville, Indiana. Participants can enjoy a scenic 6.5-7 mile loop on the Lakeshore Trail and surrounding paths, with options to run or hike. The event is ..

The Lake Vista Lunatics Run, taking place on February 16, 2025, at Deam Lake SRA in Borden, IN, offers participants a choice between a 6-hour or 12-hour endurance run, as well as a fun run featuring a single lap. The course is a challenging 4.167-mile loop with steep grades and technical sections, p..

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 Foot Pursuit 5K Trail Race is an exciting running event taking place at Sunset Hill County Park in Valparaiso, Indiana. This challenging 3.1-mile trail run features rolling hills and a scenic wooded course, perfect for both competitive runners and casual participants. The race includes age group..

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 Holliday Park Trail Run is a family-friendly event taking place in Indianapolis, featuring a variety of activities over two days. On March 14, participants can enjoy a 1-Mile Kids Run for ages 6-12 and a Tot Trot for children 5 and under, followed by a bonfire and s'mores. The main events on Mar..

The False Spring Trail Runs is a challenging trail race set in the scenic Soldiers Memorial Park in LaPorte, Indiana. Participants can choose between a 10K and a Half (formerly 20K) course, featuring winding single-track trails with beautiful views of lakes and ponds. The event is known for its unpr..

The OPSF 50/50 Trail Race is a popular running event held in Owen-Putnam State Forest, Indiana, featuring multiple race distances: 50 miles, 50 kilometers, 14 miles, and 10 kilometers. Organized by the Indiana Trail Running Association, this event offers participants a chance to experience scenic 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..

Race the Trails is an annual running event organized by the Warrick Trails and Warrick Parks Foundation, taking place in Newburgh, Indiana. The event features a variety of races, including a Half Marathon, 5K, Kid's 1-Mile for children in Kindergarten through 5th grade, and a Kid's Dash for those 6 ..

The Knobstone 50 is a challenging 50-mile trail race taking place along Indiana's longest footpath, the Knobstone Trail. Known for its steep and hilly terrain, the trail is often likened to the Appalachian Mountains. The race starts at Deam Lake State Park and finishes at Delaney Creek Park, featuri..

The Glacial Esker 6-12-24 Hour Trail Race is a timed running event taking place in Albion, Indiana, from April 26 to April 27, 2025. 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 an exciting running event set in Veedersburg, Indiana, designed for endurance athletes. Participants will tackle a unique course measuring 4 miles and 880 feet, featuring a mix of gravel, grass, and road surfaces. The event follows a traditional backyard ultra..

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..