Trail Running calendar near West Lafayette 2025-2026

Join the River Rat Races at Kankakee River State Park on Sunday, November 9, 2025 for 10 mile, 10K and 5K runs plus a 5K walk along the scenic bike trail by Rock Creek bridge. Register by Nov 8 for $20; packet pickup and post race refreshme..

Join the Bigfoot Half Trail Run at Stoney Run County Park for a scenic two loop half marathon that benefits the park. Runners get a Bigfoot trucker hat and gloves and finishers earn a homemade wooden medal plus a raffle ticket.

Run or walk the Indian Trail at Mississinewa High School with a Kids Mile, 5K run, and non competitive 5K walk on a scenic new looped course through the woods. Proceeds benefit Mississinewa cross country and youth running programs.

Shake off Thanksgiving at Turkey Trails Indianapolis on Nov 29 at Northwestway Park with a fun 1 Mile, timed 5k and 10k, Kids Dash and virtual option. Chip timing, shirts, medals, awards, free photos and finish treats.

Start 2026 at the Siberian Express, a 7.45 mile winter trail run at Kickapoo State Recreation Area on January 3. Expect steep climbs and creek crossings, carry your own hydration, and warm up at a friendly post race gathering.

Winter Night Trail Run : January 10, 2026, Eagle Creek Park The Winter Night Trail Run takes place January 10, 2026 at Eagle Creek Park in Indianapolis, Indiana. The event uses a mostly single-track loop of 6.55 miles. Distances offered: Q..

Take on scenic single track trails in Morgan Monroe State Forest with 10 mile and 20 mile options on January 11 in Martinsville, IN. Aid stations with fireplaces and hearty race fare make this a cozy winter trail challenge.

Join the Bop to the Top Stair Climb in Indianapolis on Jan 17, 2026 to conquer 36 floors and support Riley Children's Foundation. Choose single, triple or team climbs and get a long sleeve shirt.

The Yeti Trail Half Marathon will take place in Westville on Saturday 21 February 2026.

Enjoy a scenic 5K trail run or walk at Sunset Hill County Park in Valparaiso on March 7, 2026, through wooded rolling hills. All ages are welcome with awards, tasty postrace refreshments, and a friendly Police and Fire challenge.

Tombstone 30k 50k and 50 mile is a rugged trail race at Sunset Hill Farm in Valparaiso IN featuring a new hilly course and the Roller Coaster hills. Finishers get limited edition apparel and a cowboy hat and top distances earn a belt buckle..

OPSF5050 in Owen Putnam State Forest near Poland IN offers 50 mile, 50K, 14 mile and 10K trail races. Enjoy mostly singletrack, rolling hills and technical terrain on a scenic lollipop loop and remember this cupless event requires carrying..

Test your limits at the Grind on the Grid Backyard Ultra in Wingate, IN, where runners repeat a roughly 4.17 mile out and back loop every hour until one person remains. Tents and canopies are welcome the night before and the field is limite..

Challenge yourself in 6 hour or 12 hour relays and ultras on a scenic loop of trails and roads at Hawthorn Park. Solo and team entries, camping, on site food and finisher medals make it a festive weekend of racing.

Join the JH Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run on May 25, 2026 at Stoney Run Park for a rugged trail with marked turns, a water station, and an optional pond crossing. Finishers receive snacks, medals for top places, and a free water bottle.

Explore Morgan Monroe State Forest on June 5 and 6, 2026 with a rugged 100 km trail with 8,500 feet of climbing through old growth forest and rock formations. A 20 mile option shares the loop and virtual entries come with swag.

Join the 28th annual Lake Mingo Trail Run on June 6, 2026 in Danville, IL for a scenic 7.1 mile loop of trails, hills and marshes where mud and wildlife add to the fun. Celebrate with food and beer at the post race party.

Run the Trail Golf Endurance Challenge at Trailyard Outpost in Valparaiso with 50K or 10M loop courses and relay teams. Unique golf style scoring by Hole turns every loop into a strategic race that rewards speed and smart pacing.

Tackle scenic single track and winding trails at the Oakadoke Trail Runs in Valparaiso on August 1, 2026, with 4, 9, and 18 mile options. Enjoy creek crossings, farmland views and a friendly post race gathering for all finishers.

Take on the Chupacabra Endurance 10 hour Run in Westville, IN, a looped trail challenge with an hourly clock that keeps the pace intense. Enjoy aid stations, a limited edition shirt and a wooden medal while racing for prizes and pride.