Trail Running calendar near Anderson 2026-2027

Experience the 24th annual autumn trail festival in Yellowwood State Forest featuring distances from 8 miles to 50 km. Enjoy a demanding course followed by live music, a mashed potato bar, and on site camping.

Test your endurance at this 6 hour trail challenge where you must complete a 5 km lap every hour to stay in the race. Finish all six rounds to earn your medal at CERA Sports Park.

Run through the autumn landscapes of Fowler Pumpkin Patch on a scenic trail course. Choose from a 5K trail run or shorter family-friendly distances. Your participation supports local childhood education and food security initiatives.

Experience a scenic trail run through Mounds State Park along the river and ancient Indian Mounds. Choose between 5 mile and 5K distances on a course featuring historic views and autumn foliage.

Experience the excitement of collegiate club running at the NIRCA Cross Country Open 6K in Shelbyville. This public event offers a 6km race on a dedicated cross country course for runners of all backgrounds.

Run scenic Ouabache State Park trails with distances from 5 to 15 miles and a 15 mile 3 person relay, all on rooty, bridge strewn paths perfect for autumn. All finishers get a medal, long sleeve shirt and a hot post race meal.

Celebrate the season in Indianapolis with a variety of races including a Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k. Participants enjoy chip timing designer shirts and finisher medals with special options for youth and families.

Run or walk through the scenic prairies and woodlands of Shawnee Prairie Preserve at the Raptor Run 5K. Complete the course to meet live birds of prey ambassadors and support local wildlife programs.

Join the 32nd annual 5K run and walk at the Homestead High School Environmental Center in Fort Wayne. Enjoy a multi-terrain course and a special 15,000 centimeter race for children aged 10 and under.

Test your speed against the setting sun at the Krazy Krampus 5K. Join this unique twilight cross country race on the Pike Red Devil XC Course in the heart of Indianapolis.

Celebrate the season at this Christmas themed event in Indianapolis featuring multiple distances from a 5k to a 15k. Participants enjoy chip timed results designer shirts and custom medals for all ages.

Experience a winter trail race through the scenic Three Lakes Trail in Morgan Monroe State Forest. Choose between one or two loops and enjoy aid stations equipped with fireplaces during this daylight event.