Trail Running calendar near Kendallville 2026-2027

Tackle the Cereal Killer 15k at Red Mill County Park in La Porte Indiana for a fun four loop trail challenge and cereal themed finish. Grab themed snacks, coffee, and swag while chasing awards.

Join the Chilly Chili Trail Run on February 7 at Ouabache State Park in Bluffton Indiana with scenic 3 and 5 mile trails. Registration includes a long sleeve shirt, hot chili and age group awards.

Join the Frozen Trailfest at Franke Park on February 14, 2026 for 5K and 10K trail runs, a 20K mountain bike ride and a 10K wheelchair race. Enjoy wintry trails, mixed surfaces and on site packet pickup with awards after the races.

False Spring Trail Runs in LaPorte, IN on March 21 invites runners to tackle a scenic but demanding 10K or Half on winding single track trails with lake views. Inclusive entries and finisher awards add to the friendly trail vibe.

Push your pace or enjoy the trail at Save the Drama for your Llama, a six hour looped trail run at Luhr County Park. Complete as many 1.7 mile laps as you can; overall winners cover the greatest distance in six hours.

Run the scenic Kal Haven Trail from Kalamazoo to South Haven on April 11, 2026 pending DNR approval. Choose the solo 33.5 mile challenge or 2 person and 3 to 6 person relays for a fun team adventure.

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 & Trail 5K, a spirited course from Mattawan Elementary winding through school fields into wooded trails. All finishers get a medal and proceeds support the Mattawan Public Education Foundation and Brainstrong.

Run a scenic 5K through the wooded trails of Salamonie Lake in Andrews, Indiana, with chip timing and a friendly community vibe. Stick around for pancakes and fresh sweet corn while supporting local park programs.

Test your endurance at the Dirty Fox Five Hour Trail Race in Fort Wayne's Franke Park. Runners, riders and wheelchair athletes try to log the most full laps in five hours while laps are tracked, with food and a lively HUB basecamp on site.

Join the SVdP Walk for Hope in Fort Wayne on Sunday, October 4, 2026 for a family friendly tailgate and scenic walk around Parkview Field. Free to enter; register, fundraise, or donate to support local assistance programs.

Challenge yourself on rugged trails in Albion, Indiana with the Indiana Trail 100 weekend featuring 150 mile, 100 mile, and 50 mile distances. Part of the IGNITE Trail Series, this scenic ultrarunning festival rewards grit and adventure.

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 scenic Ouabache State Park trails with distances from 5 to 15 miles and a 15 mile 3 person relay, all on rooty, bridge strewn paths perfect for autumn. All finishers get a medal, long sleeve shirt and a hot post race meal.

Run a scenic 13.1 mile loop through Chain O'Lakes State Park at the Ignite Trail Marathon on December 12, 2026; choose one loop for the half or two for the full. Expect three aid stations, local support, and rugged trail charm.