Trail Running calendar near Kendallville 2025-2026

Run the Cereal Killer 15K at Red Mill County Park on February 7, 2026 with four scenic loops, cereal stations and Deathwish Coffee. All finishers get a limited edition long sleeve shirt or winter hat and gloves while supplies last.

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.

Experience the False Spring Trail Runs in LaPorte, Indiana on March 21, 2026, with scenic single track, winding switchbacks, and lakeside views. Pick a 10K or a two loop half marathon, tackle rolling hills, and unwind at lively post race fe..

Save the Drama for your Llama is a six hour trail run at Luhr County Park on April 4, 2026, where runners complete 1.7 mile loops to see who covers the most distance. Fun, low key and perfect for trail lovers of all paces.

Run the scenic Kal Haven Trail from Kalamazoo to South Haven on April 11, 2026 with a 33.5 mile solo or 2 to 6 person relays. Enjoy aid stations, a finisher medal and RRCA Championship racing on a beautiful Michigan trail.

Join Run Happy at Potato Creek State Park on May 2, 2026 for trail friendly distances from 10K up to 50K, welcoming walkers, runners and families on clearly marked loops. All races are chip timed for a fun, supported day on broken in trails..

Run the DINO 7K Trail Run on June 20, 2026 at Potato Creek State Park for a scenic 7 km lollipop loop with two rolling hills. Part of the DINO Trail Run Series, the event awards series points and age group medals.

Run or walk the Butterflies & Bouquets 5K on July 11 in Wauseon, a family friendly route through wooded trails and park meadows. Stay after for food trucks, refreshments, prizes and a hands on pollinator garden workshop.

Run the Mattawan Wildcat Road and Trail 5K through neighborhood streets and scenic wooded trails, finishing on school grounds with a festive community vibe. All finishers earn medals and proceeds support Brainstrong education programs.

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.

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.