Trail Running calendar near Bluffton 2026-2027

A community 5K at Homecoming Park in Wauseon on July 11, 2026 that combines a scenic run through wooded trails and grassy areas with workshops on butterflies, garden care, post-race refreshments, prizes, and food trucks.

A 5K trail race on July 12, 2026 at Stillwater Prairie Reserve in Covington, OH, as part of the Miami County Park District Trail Run Challenge. Multiple pricing and series options are offered; no dogs are allowed.

First of a three-race fundraising cross country series for Prairie Heights High and Middle School teams, each race is 4K with awards based on averaged times across all three events.

A multi-discipline endurance event at Franke Park in Fort Wayne featuring mountain bike, trail running, and wheelchair races on technical trails and paved/gravel sections. Three hour and six hour formats include on-site food and awards.

A 5K cross country race at Northrop High School in Fort Wayne on July 18, 2026, run on two loops of well-groomed grass and partial wooded trail. Proceeds support Northrop Cross Country and the Peterson Memorial Fund.

Second race in a three-event fundraising cross country series in Lagrange supporting Prairie Heights High School and Middle School teams. Each race is 4K and age-group awards are based on average times across all three races.

Muddy Princess Michigan is a women only 5K obstacle mud run at Rouch Off-Road Vehicle Park on July 26, 2026. The course includes more than 18 obstacles and welcomes participants aged seven and up to run, jog or walk.

Third race of a three-event fundraising cross country series in Lagrange, IN, with three 4K races; awards given by average finishing time across the series.

Test your endurance at this military inspired obstacle course featuring mud crawls and climbing walls. Supporting the Light Foundation, the event offers a 5k trail for adults and a dedicated race for children.

A cross country 5K at Hagerstown High School featuring a double loop of steep hills on grass and dirt. Organized by WCC Challenge and benefitting Hagerstown High School Athletics, mid August heat can add to the effort.

A women only 5K obstacle mud run at Wildcat Creek MX in Rossville, Indiana on August 9, 2026, featuring 18+ obstacles and open to participants aged 7 and up. Participants can run, jog or walk the muddy course.

A 5K trail race at Lost Creek Reserve in Troy Ohio on August 9 2026, part of the Miami County Park District Trail Run Challenge. Registration offers shirt and no shirt pricing and a Team Challenge is available.

A 5K and a 1 mile run and walk on the Pennsy Trail in Greenfield, IN, held at Sister Cities Park next to the police department. The course is an out and back along the trail and race and volunteer registrations have set dates and fees.

A cross-country 5k on wooded White River trails in Noblesville with timed run, jog, and walk options. Participants receive honey and awards, and proceeds support Teter’s healthy food access and ecological education programs.

A night trail event on August 15, 2026 at Eagle Creek Park offering half and quarter marathon distances. The 13th annual run includes a disco ball atmosphere and Krispy Kreme donuts at the finish.

A chip timed 5K trail run at Salamonie Lake with wooded, gently rolling trails, a participant pancake breakfast, and fresh sweet corn for sale. Proceeds support Friends of the Upper Wabash Interpretive Services.

A six hour timed night trail event at Franke Park in Fort Wayne where participants complete as many full laps as possible on a loop of paved path, gravel and single track. Lap counts are recorded on a whiteboard and electronically.

A Labor Day 5K cross country event at Brebeuf High School where each registrant joins a charity team and $15 of every entry supports the selected charity. Virtual participation and event jerseys are available.

A Backyard Ultra in Noblesville on Sept 12, 2026 featuring repeated **4.167 mi** mixed-surface loops through Koteewi Park and along E 234th St, continuing each circuit until a single runner remains.

Experience the fourth annual aMAZing 5k trail run at the Garber Nature Center. This event supports the Preble County Park District and offers awards for top finishers across multiple age categories.