Trail Running Calendar Indiana 2025-2026

The Jacob James Annual 5K Cross Country Race is set to take place at the Blue River Cross Country Course in Shelbyville, Indiana. This event features a professionally timed 5K race and an untimed 1-mile walk, catering to participants of all skill levels. The race honors Jacob James and aims to suppo..

The XTERRA 7k Bonus Trail Run, organized by DINO LLC, takes place at Potato Creek State Park in South Bend, Indiana. This event features a 7-kilometer lollipop loop course that combines wide, stable paths with two challenging hills, catering to both speedsters and first-time trail runners. Participa..

XTERRA DINO Northern Indiana is an exciting outdoor sports event scheduled for June 21, 2025, in South Bend, Indiana. As part of the XTERRA World Tour, it features a range of races, including an off-road triathlon, duathlon, trail run, and kayak triathlon, catering to both beginners and experienced..

The Vulture Vista Ultra is an exciting running event set to take place at DePauw Nature Park in Greencastle, Indiana. This year, the event features multiple challenges, including 6-hour and 12-hour solo and relay races, as well as a 4.5-mile challenge designed for runners of all abilities. Participa..

The Trail Golf Endurance Challenge is a unique trail running event that combines endurance racing with a golf-inspired scoring system. Participants can choose between a 50K, 50K Relay, 10M, or 10M Relay, with each route consisting of multiple "Holes" of approximately 3-4 miles. Runners aim to achiev..

The DINO Trail Run at Muscatatuck Park is an exciting outdoor event scheduled for July 12, 2025, featuring both 5K and 15K trail runs, along with a free kids race. Set in a picturesque park known for its scenic trails and challenging terrain, participants can enjoy a day of running amidst nature. Th..

The Jennie Hamilton Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run is an exciting running event taking place at Stoney Run County Park in Hebron, Indiana. Organized by the Crazy Legs Race Series, this trail run emphasizes a fun and challenging experience in a natural setting. Participants can expect a well-marked course..

The 8-Hour Dream Endurance Race is a premier endurance running event held at Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana. Participants have eight hours to run, walk, or stroll as far as they can, with options for both solo and team entries. The event features two course lengths: a long course (5K) an..

The Teter Twilight 5k Run for the Honey is a community-focused running event taking place in Noblesville, Indiana. This cross-country style race features scenic wooded paths along the White River, making it suitable for runners, joggers, and walkers of all ages, including families with pets. Partici..

The Griffin 10K Bonus Run is an exciting trail running event scheduled for August 2, 2025, at Griffin Bike Park in Terre Haute, Indiana. Participants will tackle a two-lap course around Stryker Lake, featuring moderate terrain with rolling hills and stable footing. This race offers a unique opportun..

The Indian Trails 5K is a running and walking event scheduled for August 2, 2025, in Milan, Indiana. This event features multiple categories, including a 5K run and walk, with options for participants to receive a t-shirt or not. It serves as a fundraiser for the Milan cross country team and is part..

The Oakadoke Trail Runs is a summer trail running event held in Valparaiso, Indiana, featuring three race distances: 18 miles, 9 miles, and 4 miles. Participants will navigate scenic, tree-covered single-track trails with various elevations and challenging terrain, including multiple bridge crossing..

The Dino Trail Run at Southwestway Park in Indianapolis is a popular running event featuring both 5K and 15K courses. Set against the scenic backdrop of the White River, this race is part of the DINO Trail Run Series and is known for its challenging terrain. Participants can expect a mix of hills an..

The Tree Trail Trot is a scenic 5K trail run set in the picturesque Salamonie Lake area, part of Indiana's Department of Natural Resources State Parks. Participants will enjoy a beautiful course that winds through gently rolling, wooded trails, starting and finishing at the Wildlife Management Pond..

The Chupacabra Endurance Run is a 10-hour race taking place at Bluhm County Park in Westville, Indiana, as part of the Crazy Legs Race Series in 2025. Participants will tackle a 3.4-3.5 mile loop, with the challenge of completing each loop within one hour to remain in the race. Runners can earn colo..

The Prairie On Fire Backyard Ultra is an exciting running event set to take place at Koteewi Park in Noblesville, IN, on September 6, 2025. This unique race format challenges participants to complete a 4.167-mile loop within one hour, with runners continuing to line up for additional loops until onl..

The Tryon Farm 50k is part of a multi-distance running event that includes a 4 Miler, 8 Miler, 25k, and a 2-mile Fun Run/Walk, taking place at Tryon Farm in Michigan City, Indiana. The course features a scenic 4-mile loop that combines grassy fields, dirt trails, and minimal pavement. Participants c..

The Indiana Trail 100 is a prominent event in the Ignite Trail Series, featuring ultra-distance races of 100 miles, 75 miles, and 50 miles. Scheduled for October 11-12, 2025, at Chain O’Lakes State Park in Albion, Indiana, this race attracts participants from various backgrounds. Registration opens..

The St. Pats 24 Hour Race is a unique running event held at St. Patrick's County Park in South Bend, Indiana.Participants can choose between a 12-hour and a 24-hour race, navigating scenic dirt and grass trails with minimal asphalt sections. The event offers amenities such as overnight accommodation..

The Tecumseh Trail Challenge is an exciting ultra marathon event featuring multiple race distances, including 50K, marathon (26.2 miles), half marathon (13.1 miles), and an 8-mile fun run. Set against the stunning backdrop of autumn colors, the race offers a challenging course with varying terrain...