Trail Running calendar near Bloomington 2026-2027

A trail event at Morgan Monroe State Forest offering a 100 km race and a 20 mile loop with generous time limits and aid station support. Virtual entries are allowed between May 1 and June 7 with GPS submission and mailed finisher swag.

Trail runs at Waverly Park in Louisville from June 14 to June 28, 2026, include a 6 mile and a half marathon with in person and virtual options. Finish three series races to earn a cryptid medal and survivor shirt.

Trail runs of three and five miles through Turkey Run Park in Louisville to benefit Second Chances Wildlife Center, with a medal, a hoodie tech tee, water stop, snacks, and door prize drawings.

A trail running weekend at Muscatatuck County Park with 5K and 15K courses, on-site camping, kayak shuttle trips, and mountain bike events, plus course maps and GPX files for both distances.

A 10k trail race at Griffin Bike Park in Terre Haute on August 1, 2026. The two lap course circles Stryker Lake with rolling hills and generally stable footing; finishers earn bonus series points based on placement.

A community event in Velpen, IN on August 8, 2026 featuring a 5K, a 10K trail and ruck run, plus a virtual option. Proceeds support local police and the event honors veterans, emergency personnel and those lost on 9/11 and after.

Trail run at Southwestway Park in Indianapolis on August 15, 2026, offering 5K and 15K courses over hilly mixed-surface trails. It is the final race of the DINO 5K/15K series and includes awards plus a free kids run.

A community 5K and 1 Mile run/walk on the Pennsy Trail starting and finishing at Sister Cities Park, supporting Sister Cities of Greenfield exchanges with Kakuda, Japan.

A trail stage race in Borden, IN on September 13, 2026 offering 5 mile, 13.1, 18 mile and a 50K option on rugged single track with aid stations and awards; proceeds support the SAM'S Foundation.

Three trail races at Lincoln State Park on September 20, 2026: marathon (three loops), 14K (one loop) and a 5k on roads. The event supports park projects and includes aid stations, drop bag options, and organized registration through RunSig..

Enjoy scenic 5K and 10K trail runs or walk and hike options at Deam Lake in Borden Indiana on October 3, 2026. Expect rolling climbs, creek crossings, multi use trails and reusable cupless aid stations for a sustainable race.

Trail running festival at Yellowwood State Forest on October 17, 2026 offering distances from 8 miles to 50K including a 2 to 4 person relay, on-site tent camping, awards and post-race food options.

A festive post-Halloween fun run supporting the Boys & Girls Club. Choose a 1-mile or 5K route starting at Grandview Elementary School, with costumes encouraged for runners, dogs, and strollers. No official timing, just a chance for fun pho..

Run the Mounds offers trail runs and a walk through scenic Mounds State Park. Choose from a 5-mile run, a 5K run, or a 5K walk, with a kids' fun run also available. All finishers get a medal, and proceeds support local running initiatives.

Event Details The NIRCA Cross Country Open 6K is an annual race that precedes the National Intercollegiate Running Club Association (NIRCA) National Championships. The event will be held on the Blue River Cross Country Course in Shelbyville..

The Deam Lake Winter Warrior kicks off a trail running series at Deam Lake in Indiana. Choose from a 6-mile, 12-mile, or 4-hour endurance run on the scenic Yellow Trail loop. It's a cupless event where all finishers get an award.

The Krampus will take place in Indianapolis on Friday 4 December 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

A multi-distance trail event at PYOCA Camp near Brownstown IN featuring 10 mile, 50k, 100k and 100k relay options, live tracking for the 100k, cabin meal packages, well stocked aid stations and a 24 hour race cutoff.

Trail races at Waverly Park from December 13 to December 27, 2026 offering 6.5 Mile and Half Marathon distances plus virtual options. Part of a Winter Warrior Series with course markings, on-course aid, awards, and a series medal for multip..

A winter trail event at Morgan Monroe State Forest offering 20 miles (two loops) and 10 miles (one loop) on the Three Lakes trail, with two staffed aid stations, early packet pickup, and no race day registration.