Trail Running calendar near Indianapolis 2026-2027

A runner-built 4.5 mile loop ultra in a reclaimed limestone quarry offering 6 and 12 hour solo or relay options plus a single 4.5 mile trail run, two aid stations with Tailwind, and support for local youth track programs.

A three-date cross-country series at Northview Church in Carmel offering 3K and 5K distances with bib timing. A $5 cash fee is collected at the event and registration is required to complete a waiver; proceeds support the XC course.

Trail run at Muscatatuck County Park on July 11, 2026, offering 5K and 15K marked courses with hilly terrain, festival camping, evening kayak shuttle trips, and weekend mountain bike events.

The 8 Hour Dream Endurance Race in Indianapolis on July 11 2026 combines a fixed-duration eight hour ultra with a marathon, relay teams and a Cat Nap 5K, with course maps awards records and archived results available.

Heatwave at White River State Park on July 12, 2026 offers multiple distances including Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 1 Mile, Kids Dash, relays, and a virtual option. The event includes a designer shirt, finisher medal, chip timing, free photos a..

Tough Mudder Indiana at CERAland Park on August 1, 2026 offers 15K and 5K courses with 20+ and 12+ obstacles, spectator passes, group packages, finisher medals and gear, plus volunteer and VIP options.

Indiana Spartan Hurricane Heat Weekend on August 1, 2026 features 4 hour and 12 hour Hurricane Heat formats at CERAland Park in Columbus, IN. The 12 hour heat lists 25 challenges and requires participants to be 18 and older.

A two lap 10 km trail run around Stryker Lake at Griffin Bike Park on August 1, 2026 with rolling hills, generally stable footing, onsite registration, and series bonus points for finishers.

Support the Milan cross country team at the Indian Trails 5K in Indiana. This community fundraiser features both running and walking options for participants of all backgrounds.

A 12 hour solo or relay run and walk at Southeastway Park with a choice of dirt or paved loop courses, finisher medal and shirt, live music, loop tracking, and prizes for top individual and team finishers.

Indiana Hurricane Heat at CERAland Park in Columbus, IN on Aug 1, 2026 offers 12 hour and 4 hour Hurricane Heat formats. The 12 hour format includes 25 challenges and has an age minimum of 18; team options and discounts are available.

A timed annual 5K cross-country race on the Pike XC Course behind Eastbrook Elementary in Indianapolis, organized for alumni and family with official results and no registration fee.

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 themed 5K obstacle mud run in Indianapolis on August 9, 2026, held at Wildcat Creek MX. The event offers standard and VIP packages, volunteer options, on-course amenities, and a partnership supporting the NBCF breast cancer foundation.

The DINO Trail Run at Southwestway Park takes place August 15, 2026 with 5K and 15K trail courses overlooking the White River. Entry includes a free kids run and awards for overall and age group finishers.

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 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.

Prairie On Fire Backyard Ultra in Noblesville is a repeating 4.167 mile loop event at White River Campground where runners complete each loop within an hour and continue until a single finisher remains.