Trail Running calendar near South Bend 2026-2027

The Kal-Haven Trail Run is a scenic ultra-distance and relay event on the Kal-Haven Trail State Park. Choose from a solo ~33.5-mile ultra, a two-person relay, or a team of 3-6 runners. All finishers receive a medal on this gently downhill r..

Fight for Air Climb at Prudential Plaza in Chicago is a stair climb event on April 12, 2026. It offers Full Route, Half Route, Team and Firefighter climb categories, each covering one mile.

Test your endurance at this spring timed trail event in Albion Indiana. Complete as many 3.55 mile loops as possible within 6, 12, or 24 hours to maximize your total mileage.

Camp Tecumseh’s tenth annual Running with Raccoons 5K takes place April 26, 2026 in Brookston, Indiana. This chip timed run/walk raises funds for the campership fund and follows a scenic route through camp grounds.

Join this trail event at Potato Creek State Park offering a 10k loop course for multiple distances including a 50k and marathon. Enjoy chip timed races and clearly marked trails in a relaxed park setting.

A fixed-time endurance event at Bixler Lake Park in Kendallville, IN, honoring the Air Force. Choose 6 hour, 12 hour or 24 hour options, or join a three-person team for the 24 hour relay.

Navigate the single track routes and wooded hills of the Outback Trail at Imagination Glen. This event features a 12K race and a 3K kids run through shaded terrain with mud and water crossings.

Run a one mile trail course while consuming four beverages to support local veterans in Roanoke. This unique event features beer, seltzer, and Fireball categories for participants aged 21 and over.

Experience an authentic trail run at Stoney Run County Park featuring a five mile course with an optional pond crossing. Celebrate Memorial Day with a traditional timed race and a post run gathering in Hebron.

A 7 km lollipop loop at Potato Creek State Park with wide, stable paths and two notable hills. The race is part of the DINO Trail Run Series and awards bonus points plus medals for overall and age group placings.

The Syracuse Mudtastic Classic will take place in Syracuse on Saturday 20 June 2026.

A trail event in Valparaiso, IN that scores runs like golf: runners complete hourly three to four mile "holes" and receive stroke scores. Distances include 50K, 50K Relay, 10M and 10M Relay.

Celebrating its 45th year, the YMCA Brickyard Run features a 5 Mile Gold Cup race, a 5K for younger runners, and a new 2K Family Fun Run/Walk. The event is known for its unique brick awards and supports a local YMCA scholarship fund.

Test your strength and endurance at this outdoor obstacle course in Homewood. Choose between one or two mile distances featuring tire flips and spear throws to earn your finisher medal.

Test your endurance on the technical dirt trails of Franke Park with 3 or 6 hour challenges for runners, mountain bikers, and wheelchair athletes.

The Lake Michigan RTS is a unique 10k combining road, trail, and sand along the shoreline. All proceeds support pediatric oncology care. Participants must carry their own hydration and receive a premium sweatshirt and medal.

Experience a 5km obstacle mud run designed for women at the Rouch Off-Road Vehicle Park in Sturgis. This event focuses on unity and empowerment while supporting the fight against breast cancer.

Experience the diverse single track trails of Valparaiso at the Oakadoke Trail Runs. Choose between 4, 9, or 18 mile courses featuring scenic creek crossings and winding switchbacks followed by a celebratory post race meal.

A mixed road and trail 5K in Mattawan, Michigan that starts and finishes on the high school track. The course includes dirt, grass, and road sections; food and drinks will be available at the finish and dogs are not allowed.

Trail event at Riley Trails Park on August 15, 2026 offering a half marathon, 10K, and ruck division on wooded singletrack. Proceeds support the Egress Endurance Project's work with people recovering from addiction.