Trail Running calendar near Nashville 2025-2026

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..

Celebrate the new year with the First Day Trail Run and Walk at Monroe Lake, an untimed, non competitive trail event. Choose from three scenic distances, enjoy hot soup and a warming fire, and support Monroe Lake programs.

Run under the stars at Eagle Creek Park in Indianapolis on January 10, 2026, tackling nearly all single track loops by headlamp. This sold out night trail features chip timing, small wave starts, and a finisher medal for those who finish.

The IW2R Winter XC Trail Run will take place in Carmel on Saturday 10 January 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Run the FroMoMoFo on January 11, 2026 in Morgan Monroe State Forest, choosing a 10 mile fun run or the UTMB Index 20 mile on the scenic Three Lakes loop. Enjoy cozy on course aid stations with fireplaces and daylight only racing.

Join the Bop to the Top Stair Climb in Indianapolis on Jan 17, 2026 to conquer 36 floors and support Riley Children's Foundation. Choose single, triple or team climbs and get a long sleeve shirt.

Join the Indiana Trail Running Association for a relaxed winter trail run and social in Yellowwood State Forest near Nashville, IN. Choose a roughly 6.5 to 7 miles lakeshore loop or shorter options, then warm up by the fire with soup, sandw..

Take on scenic trails at Mounds State Park on March 7, 2026 with 5K and 15K options as part of the DINO Trail Run Series. Enjoy river views, ceremonial mounds, on course aid stations and heated facilities for a comfortable race day.

Join the Holliday Park Trail Run, a two day spring celebration with family activities and a day of scenic trail races for all ages. Tackle rugged woodland trails, cheer kids in fun runs, and support local park programs.

OPSF 50|50 is a trail running weekend in Owen Putnam State Forest near Poland, offering 50M, 50K, 14 mile and 10K on a rolling, technical 14 mile loop. This cupless event requires runners to carry 20 oz of water and awards finisher medals.

Hit the Pate Hollow trails at Paynetown State Recreation Area on April 4, 2026 for a scenic, hilly trail run offering a 15K single lap and a shorter 5K. Challenging terrain and forest views make this a perfect early season test.

Tackle the Knobstone 50, a rugged 50 mile ultramarathon through southern Indiana's forested Knobstone Trail with roughly 10,000 feet of climbing. Enjoy scenic single track, shuttle service, and a recycled performance hat for all starters.

Scenic single track awaits at the Backside Trail Marathon and Half in Louisville's Seneca and Cherokee Parks. The marathon is two loops on gently rolling trails, so wear trail shoes and expect slower times than on roads.

Run the DoNot Stop Half Marathon in Indianapolis on April 26, 2026, featuring a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 1 mile and Kids Dash plus a virtual option. Chip timing, custom finisher medal, designer shirt and finish line donuts make it a fun, fam..

Hit the trails at General Butler State Resort Park for The Wildcat, with 5K, 10K, half marathon, 20K relay and a 6 Hours of Power. Enjoy lake and river overlook views, custom swag and fully supported aid stations.

Run rugged Brown County trails at Dances with Dirt Gnaw Bone on May 16, 2026, featuring steep ridges, technical singletrack and big elevation changes. Distances 5K to 50M plus relay, finisher medal, awards and post race barbecue.

Run the Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k in Indianapolis on May 16, 2026. With options from a Kid's Dash and 1 Mile to 5k, 10k and a half marathon plus a virtual run, enjoy a designer shirt, medal, chip timing and finish line snacks.

Join the 5th Annual Peace Officer Memorial Endurance Ruck on May 16, 2026 in Cicero, IN for a timed endurance ruck or a 5k Trail Ruck on a mostly unpaved 1 mile loop. Honor fallen officers while testing strength, stamina, and community spir..

Hit the trails at Brown County State Park for the DINO Trail Run, with 5K and 15K routes over scenic, hilly mountain bike trails. Expect tough climbs, a fast downhill finish, and a free kids race for the whole family.

MoMoFo offers a rugged trail 100 km through Morgan Monroe State Forest with big climbs, old growth trees, lakes and rock features, plus a scenic 20 mile loop. Both UTMB index races welcome virtual entries and include event swag.