Trail Running calendar near Velpen 2026-2027

Louisville Lovin' the Hills invites trail lovers to Fairdale KY on February 7, 2026 with 50K, 15 mile and 6 mile options across scenic single track forest trails. Enjoy pre race pasta, wooden medals, post race soup and a friendly race vibe.

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..

Run scenic singletrack and rolling hills at Owen Putnam State Forest on March 21, 2026, with distances from 10K to 50 miles. This cupless event requires you to carry hydration and includes swag, medals and age awards.

Bourbon Country offers 25k, 50k and trail 5k on March 28 in Shepherdsville Kentucky, set on 1,000 acres of rolling, hilly terrain. Pick a challenging loop or a shorter trail test and finish with a race shirt and medal.

Race The Trails returns April 4, 2026 in Newburgh Indiana for its 10th year supporting local trails and parks. Run the 5K or bring the kids for fun races and help fund trail building and park improvements.

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 rugged Knobstone 50, a point to point 50 mile trail run through steep, Appalachian style hills and forested vistas. Pacers are welcome and organizers offer shuttle service plus a recycled performance finisher hat for all finisher..

Hit the 99% singletrack at Saunders Springs for a day of trail running and mountain biking on scenic preserve trails. With distances and team formats for all ages, plus kids races, the event benefits local trail groups.

Run the Backside Trail Marathon and Half in Louisville on April 26, 2026, on gently rolling single track through Seneca and Cherokee Parks. Finishers get medals and a rewarding wooded trail experience.

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.

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.

Run a scenic 10k around Stryker Lake at Griffin Bike Park with rolling hills, wide trails and two friendly laps that make passing easy. Camping at Fowler Park and the concurrent DINO Gravel Triathlon create a lively event atmosphere.

Honor veterans, first responders and those lost on 9/11 at the 6th Annual Honor and Remember Run on Aug 8, 2026 at Cool Springs. Pick a 5K, a 10K trail or ruck with honor workouts, or race virtually while supporting police departments.

Tackle the rugged Knobstone Trail at the Sorta Mountain Stage Race in Borden, IN with distances from a 5 Miler to a challenging 50K. Enjoy aid stations, a unique 50K finisher medal, and support SAM'S Foundation.

Run scenic loops at Lincoln State Park with marathon, 14K or 5K options through woods and gravel. Aid stations, marathon drop bags and eco friendly finisher mementos make this a welcoming trail event.

Enjoy scenic 5K and 10K trail runs or walk and hike options at Deam Lake in Borden Indiana on October 3, 2026. Expect rolling climbs, creek crossings, multi use trails and reusable cupless aid stations for a sustainable race.

Join the Legends Spooky Trail Race in Owensboro on October 25, 2026 for a scenic, spirited 6 km through Rudy Mines on the Ben Hawes Trail. Two 3 km loops over rolling hills, rooty singletrack and a final climb make this an autumn trail chal..

Join the Monster Dash in Bloomington for a fun 1 mile or 5K along the Karst Greenway Trail, where costumes, dogs and strollers are welcome. Enjoy free race photos and support the Auxiliary to the Boys and Girls Club.