Trail Running calendar near Velpen 2025-2026

Run Otter Creek singletrack in Brandenburg, KY on Dec 20 with marathon, 16 and 8 mile trail runs along a creek with rolling hills and pine needles underfoot. Expect carved wooden medals, a chili cook off and a team marathon.

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.

Louisville Lovin' the Hills in Fairdale, KY on February 7, 2026 offers 50K, 15 Miler and 6 Miler options on scenic single track forest trails. Enjoy pasta at packet pickup, a wooden finisher medal and post race soup with fellow trail runner..

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..

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 trails in Newburgh on April 4, 2026 for the ninth annual Race The Trails featuring Warrick County's first half marathon along Friedman Park and Scales Lake. Options include a 5K and kids races so the whole family can join the fun.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.