Trail Running calendar near Terre Haute 2026-2027

Community 5K and walk on the Karst Park Greenway Trail with a free 1-mile kids' fun run, chip timing, awards, t-shirts for early registrants, and proceeds supporting future Ellettsville events.

Midwest Spartan Trifecta Weekend at Badlands in Attica IN offers Sprint, Super and Beast obstacle races across 1,200 acres of sand dunes, rocky paths, forests and creek beds; kids races and spectator options are also available.

A 5K trail run on wooded, hilly camp trails in Bedford, Indiana on 10/10/2026; proceeds fund scholarships to send children to camp. All finishers receive a medal and top male and female receive awards.

A multi-distance trail event in Speedway, Indianapolis using the full B&O Trail. Distances include 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K on a course the organizer describes as flat and fast.

Spooky Sprint in Indianapolis on October 11 2026 offers races from a 50 m kids dash to a half marathon plus a virtual option. The event includes race swag, chip timing for timed races, free photos and finish-line treats.

Trail running event at Willenborg Woods in Charleston IL offering 100K, 50K, 16 miler, 8 miler and 5K on marked single track through timber, riverside paths and creek crossings. Pets are not allowed.

A 24th annual trail running festival at Yellowwood State Forest on October 17, 2026 offering distances from 8 miles to 50K, a 50K relay, course GPX files, and festival-style tent camping at the race site.

A community trail event at Fowler Pumpkin Patch featuring a 5K trail run and 1 mile and 1.5 mile family runs, with proceeds supporting early childhood scholarships and food security programs.

A fall event at Allerton Park featuring a 5.7 mile trail run, a 2 mile nature walk, and a virtual 5.7 mile option. The riverside course has roots, ruts, and sharp turns, with awards, costume prizes, and park donations.

A community road-and-trail event at Meadowbrook Park in Urbana supporting Grand Prairie Friends, offering 5K and 10K runs, a 5K walk, plus virtual options, medals, and t-shirts.

Celebrate the season in Indianapolis with a variety of races including a Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k. Participants enjoy chip timing designer shirts and finisher medals with special options for youth and families.

A twilight cross country 5 km on the Pike Red Devil XC Course in Indianapolis on December 4, 2026. Registration runs from December 7, 2025 to December 3, 2026 and the entry fee is $25.

Celebrate the season at this Christmas themed event in Indianapolis featuring multiple distances from a 5k to a 15k. Participants enjoy chip timed results designer shirts and custom medals for all ages.

Experience a winter trail race through the scenic Three Lakes Trail in Morgan Monroe State Forest. Choose between one or two loops and enjoy aid stations equipped with fireplaces during this daylight event.

Trail races of 50 miles, 50K, 14 miles and 10K take place on a mostly single track lollipop course in Owen-Putnam State Forest. The event is cupless so runners must carry water and aid stations do not provide cups.

A backyard ultra in Wingate, Indiana, run on a 4 miles 880 feet loop with mixed surfaces. Loops start every hour and the last runner to complete a loop is declared the winner.