Trail Running calendar near South Bend 2026-2027

A community 5k trail run on the wooded trails of Salamonie Lake that starts and finishes at the Wildlife Management Pond. The event features a free pancake breakfast for participants and corn sales with proceeds supporting local interpretiv..

A 10-hour endurance challenge on a 4-mile trail loop at Bluhm County Park. Runners must finish each loop within the hour, with the fastest final lap determining the winner. Participants receive a shirt, medal, and can earn poker chips to re..

Timed running event on a 1-mile paved loop in a Chicago park. Choose from 3, 6, or 12-hour solo runs, or a relay team option. A new challenge is introduced every hour, adding a unique twist to the timed format.

Experience a unique multi-terrain race through the scenic sand dunes and woodland trails of Western Michigan. Scale the iconic steps of Mt. Baldhead and celebrate your achievement at a festive post-race party in downtown Saugatuck.

This obstacle course race at Indiana Dunes National Park offers three distances, including a K9 event. The course features diverse terrains inspired by military landscapes. It's open to participants aged 13 and up.

The Bloomingdale Trail 5K is an annual family-friendly running event in Chicago. It features a timed 5K race alongside shorter dashes for young runners. Registration is available for all three distances.

Experience the terrain of Michigan City with a series of loop based trail races ranging from 2 miles to 50k at Tryon Farm. Run through open fields and single track dirt trails to support the Tryon Farm Institute.

Experience an ultra running tradition in Albion Indiana through the IGNITE Trail Series. Choose between 50, 100, or 150 mile distances on a 25 mile loop course with pacer options for the longer distances.

Join this community run and walk at Vollmer Road Grove Forest Preserve to support homeless school children. Participate in person on the paved 5K trail or join virtually to help provide essential school supplies for families in need.

This trail event in Holland, Michigan, features a 5K run and a 2K walk to support the cancer community. Organized by Shields of Hope, it honors individuals impacted by the disease. Participants of all backgrounds are welcome, including firs..

Experience a series of all trail races at Dr. T. K. Lawless County Park in Michigan. Choose from a half marathon, 10k, or 5k and earn a custom technical shirt and a unique laser engraved wooden award.

Experience a professional cross country course used by some of the nation's fastest athletes. This community run in Portage welcomes all participants and rewards the top 50 finishers with medals.

This timed trail race takes place on the scenic paths of St. Patrick's County Park in South Bend. Runners can choose from 24 hour, 12 hour, or 6 hour events on a loop course. Proceeds from the race benefit the ALS community.

A Halloween night run and walk through the Lake County Fairgrounds. The event includes a timed 5K and a non-timed 2K walk, costume prizes, and entry to a festive market. Bring a flashlight for the evening course.

Experience the Bigfoot Half Trail Run at Stoney Run County Park. This two loop course features a mix of grass, dirt trails, and gravel with manual timing and unique raffle prizes for participants.

Join the 32nd annual 5K run and walk at the Homestead High School Environmental Center in Fort Wayne. Enjoy a multi-terrain course and a special 15,000 centimeter race for children aged 10 and under.

Experience the natural beauty of Chain OLakes State Park at this Indiana trail event. Choose between a full or half marathon distance consisting of 13.1 mile loops through the park.