Trail Running calendar near Hamilton County 2026-2027

A two-day Spartan Trifecta at Badlands Off Road in Attica, IN on Sep 26-27, 2026 featuring Sprint, Super, Beast and kids races across dunes, rocky trails, forests and creek beds with multiple obstacles.

A four hour trail endurance event at Mounds State Park where participants run or walk as much as they can within the time. Registration is free and Anderson Road Runners will provide a countdown clock plus food and drinks.

A trail running event in Columbus, Indiana on 10/10/26 offering 10K and 5K distances with a course map and online registration listed.

A multi-distance trail event in Speedway, Indianapolis using the full B&O Trail. Distances include 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K on a course the organizer describes as flat and fast.

Spooky Sprint in Indianapolis on October 11 2026 offers races from a 50 m kids dash to a half marathon plus a virtual option. The event includes race swag, chip timing for timed races, free photos and finish-line treats.

A multi-distance trail running festival at Yellowwood State Forest on October 17, 2026 offering 8 mile, half, marathon, 50K and 50K relay options, with festival camping, published course GPX files and drop bag support for longer distances.

A six hour trail event where runners complete a 5K loop each hour; finish all six laps to earn a medal and a national ranking, with prizes and championship qualification for top finishers.

Bee the Light 5K is the fifth annual charity run at Southeastway Park with a paved *3.1 Miles* course and family-oriented park features; all registration proceeds support the International Rett Syndrome Foundation.

A community trail event at Fowler Pumpkin Patch featuring a 5K trail run and 1 mile and 1.5 mile family runs, with proceeds supporting early childhood scholarships and food security programs.

Trail trail races at Hueston Woods State Park on October 24 and 25 2026 offer distances from 5K to a multi-loop 50K, plus a six hour event; courses are timed with aid stations, medals and postrace refreshments.

A trail race weekend at Hueston Woods State Park on October 24 and 25, 2026, with distances from 5K to 50K, a 6 hour event, and multi-loop courses on mixed terrain. Participants receive medals, bibs, aid stations, and published results.

A chip timed 5k run or walk at Spencer Farm Winery on October 25, 2026 with a mostly grass cross country style course and a wine pour at the finish. Registration includes a T shirt, collapsible wine glass and finisher medal.

Trail races at Mounds State Park with 5-mile, 5K run, 5K walk and a kids 1-mile fun run. Courses are mostly trail with two water stops, chip timing on bibs, midday packet pickup, and post-race food and medals.

A public 6K community race at Blue River Cross Country Course in Shelbyville, IN on November 7, 2026, held as a prelude to the NIRCA National Championships. Online registration details and a $30 fee are listed; late registration is availabl..

A fall trail run at Ouabache State Park in Bluffton, IN on November 7, 2026, offering 5, 10, and 15-mile options plus a 15-mile 3-person relay. Finishers receive a medal, long-sleeve shirt, and a hot 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.

A 5K run or walk on the trails of Shawnee Prairie Preserve in Greenville, Ohio on November 14, 2026. The event features age group divisions, chip timing, shirts for early registrants, and proceeds support the Raptor Ambassador program.

A twilight cross country 5 km on the Pike Red Devil XC Course in Indianapolis on December 4, 2026. Registration runs from December 7, 2025 to December 3, 2026 and the entry fee is $25.

A Christmas themed race day in Indianapolis with multiple distances, a kids dash, a virtual option, and a volunteer-then-run category. Races include designer shirts, custom bibs, finisher medals, chip timing, awards, and free photos.

FroMoMoFo offers 10 mile and 20 mile trail races on the Three Lakes Trail in Morgan Monroe State Forest, with two aid stations featuring fireplaces and swag or no swag registration options.