Trail Running calendar near Bluffton 2025-2026

On Dec 13, 2025, Ignite Trail Marathon at Chain O'Lakes State Park in Albion IN offers a scenic 13.1 mile loop you can run once for a half or twice for the full. Aid stations staffed by local cross country teams create a friendly race.

The IW2R Winter XC Trail Run will take place in Carmel on Saturday 10 January 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Warm up your winter with the Chilly Chili Trail Run at Ouabache State Park in Bluffton, Indiana, offering 3 and 5 mile trail distances. Registration includes a long sleeve tee and hot chili, plus overall and age group awards.

Celebrate winter endurance at Frozen Trailfest in Franke Park, Fort Wayne on Feb 14. Choose a 10K run, 20K mountain bike, or 10K wheelchair race and tackle scenic, likely muddy trails for a true off road challenge.

Take on scenic trails at Mounds State Park on March 7, 2026 with 5K and 15K options as part of the DINO Trail Run Series. Enjoy river views, ceremonial mounds, on course aid stations and heated facilities for a comfortable race day.

Join the 5th Annual Peace Officer Memorial Endurance Ruck on May 16, 2026 in Cicero, IN for a timed endurance ruck or a 5k Trail Ruck on a mostly unpaved 1 mile loop. Honor fallen officers while testing strength, stamina, and community spir..

Run or walk the Butterflies & Bouquets 5K in Wauseon, Ohio July 11, 2026, weaving through wooded trails and sunny grassy paths. Stay after the finish for food trucks, prizes and a hands on workshop for pollinator friendly gardens.

Push your limits at the Dirty Fox Five Hour Trail Race in Franke Park, Fort Wayne on September 19. Runners, riders and wheelchair athletes complete as many full laps as possible in five hours while supporting local trail maintenance.

Join the SVdP Walk for Hope in Fort Wayne on October 4, 2026, with 5k and shorter loops around Parkview Field for a family friendly fundraiser. Enjoy a tailgate and help raise funds that stay local to support neighbors in need.

Join the third annual Meecheway 5K Trail Color Run in Defiance on October 10 for a fun, colorful trail run that supports Black Swamp Area Council Scouting programs. Enjoy a race shirt, treats and friendly competition for all ages.

Run The Mounds at Mounds State Park on Nov 1, 2026 offers scenic trail racing with 5 mile, 5K, 5K walk and a 1 mile kids fun run. All finishers get a medal and top three overall earn awards, with post race refreshments and rugged trails.

Join WOOF Trail Run Nov 7, 2026 at Ouabache State Park in Bluffton for 5, 10 and 15 mile races plus a 3 person relay. Finish with a medal, long sleeve shirt and hot meal after scenic fall trails with roots and wooden bridges.