Trail Running calendar near Nashville 2025-2026

Run or walk Heroes Run in Noblesville on November 1 with a 5K, one mile or virtual option benefiting the Hamilton County sheriff's foundation. Enjoy scenic stroller friendly trails at Strawtown Koteewi Park and a finisher medal.

Experience the county's first ultra trail run at O'Bannon Woods State Park on November 1, 2025, with rugged single track, rocky sections and forested hills. Choose distances from a 5K to a 50K and enjoy marked trails, aid station support an..

Run the Sodalis Scurry on November 1 at Echo Hollow Nature Park with chip timed 10K and 5K on scenic dirt, gravel and grass trails, plus a kids scavenger hunt with costumes, treats and fire pit fun. All registrants receive a custom race tee..

Run The Mounds at Mounds State Park on November 2 offers 5 mile, 5K run, 5K walk and a kids 1 mile fun run on scenic, rugged trails. All finishers get medals and proceeds benefit local youth runs and the park.

Push your limits on a rugged trail loop at Deam Lake SRA on November 2, 2025, with 6 and 12 hour endurance options or a single lap fun run. Spots are limited to under 50; entrants get a Lake Vista cap and finishers earn a medal and prizes.

Challenge yourself on scenic trails around Deam Lake with choices from a 6 mile or 12 mile run to a 4 hour endurance option. All finishers earn awards and the race is part of the Winter Warrior series for extra bragging rights.

Tackle rugged singletrack at the JMF Trails Hillbilly Half, a scenic trail half marathon through Louisville's Jefferson Memorial Forest on November 22. Expect challenging climbs, forest views, and friendly aid stations to keep you moving.

Hit the trails at the Harrods Creek Trail Bash with scenic 5K and 10K loop options through meadow and single track. Enjoy a community run that supports park upkeep and snag a long sleeve tee with early registration.

Turkey Trails- Indianapolis, organized by Bodies Race Company, takes place at Northwestway Park in Indianapolis, Indiana. Distances include 1 Mile, 5k, 10k, Kids Dash, Volunteer then Run, and a Virtual Race. The Thanksgiving-themed event of..

Jackson County Ultras in Brownstown, Indiana is a rugged trail through Jackson Washington State Forest with steep climbs, ridgetop views and laps past two lakes. Options from 10 mile to 100K and relays with custom buckle and medal finishes.

Run the Waverly Winter Warrior at Waverly Park in Louisville on December 14, choosing a 6.5 mile trail loop or a half marathon. Part of the Winter Warrior Series, the event rewards every finisher and offers bundle discounts for multiple rac..

Winter Night Trail Run : January 10, 2026, Eagle Creek Park The Winter Night Trail Run takes place January 10, 2026 at Eagle Creek Park in Indianapolis, Indiana. The event uses a mostly single-track loop of 6.55 miles. Distances offered: Q..

Take on scenic single track trails in Morgan Monroe State Forest with 10 mile and 20 mile options on January 11 in Martinsville, IN. Aid stations with fireplaces and hearty race fare make this a cozy winter trail challenge.

OPSF5050 in Owen Putnam State Forest near Poland IN offers 50 mile, 50K, 14 mile and 10K trail races. Enjoy mostly singletrack, rolling hills and technical terrain on a scenic lollipop loop and remember this cupless event requires carrying..

Knobstone 50 on April 11, 2026 is a point to point 50 mile trail race through rugged southern Indiana with roughly 10,000 feet of climbing along the Knobstone Trail. Registration closes April 3 and pacers are allowed for the 50 mile field.

Join the Backside Trail Marathon in Louisville's Cherokee and Seneca Parks on April 26, 2026, with marathon or half on scenic single track. Medals for all finishers and a Double Down award for back to back weekend runners.

Run rugged trails in Brown County at Dances with Dirt Gnaw Bone, with steep ridges, creek crossings, and scenic woods near artisan Nashville, Indiana. Options from 5K to 50M plus a relay and post race barbecue and brew.

Challenge yourself in 6 hour or 12 hour relays and ultras on a scenic loop of trails and roads at Hawthorn Park. Solo and team entries, camping, on site food and finisher medals make it a festive weekend of racing.

MoMoFo in Morgan Monroe State Forest offers a rugged 100 km and a single loop 20 mile, both UTMB index races. Mostly single track through old growth forest and lakes with big climbs; virtual entries receive finisher swag.

Join the 6th Annual Honor and Remember Run at Cool Springs for trail 5K, 10K or virtual options. The 10K Ruck Run features moving honor sets to raise awareness for veteran suicide, with awards and refreshments to follow.