Trail Running Calendar Kansas 2026-2027

Test your grit at Kanopolis Lake State Park with a rugged 10k trail run while carrying a 50 lb cross. Additional trail races of 5k and 10k are available for all participants in this unique endurance event.

The Prairie Spirit Trail event features a flat, out-and-back course on a converted rail trail in Kansas. Runners can choose from seven distances, from a 5-miler to a 100-mile ultramarathon. The course is well-supported with frequent aid sta..

The 28th annual Rockin K Trail Run features four distances on interconnected loops at Kanopolis State Park. With a field limited to 120 runners, it offers a classic Kansas trail experience. All finishers get awards, and well-behaved dogs on..

Run on scenic dirt roads in the Flint Hills near Manhattan, Kansas. Choose between a marathon or a 50-mile ultramarathon, each with significant elevation. All proceeds support local schools.

Test your grit at this last man standing event in Wilson State Park. Complete a 4.167 mile loop every hour on single track trails until only one runner remains at this true backyard ultra.

Tackle the legendary trails of Kansas at the FlatRock 101. This event features five distances on the rocky, scenic Elk River Hiking Trail. It's part of the FlatRock Triple Crown Series, offering a unique challenge for trail runners.

Earth Day Buckle Mania features 12, 24, and 48 hour ultramarathons on a scenic paved park loop. Runners can earn up to six unique buckles for hitting distance milestones from 50K to 200 miles. The event includes free runner lodging and heat..

Run the historic Flint Hills Trail on a flat, fast crushed gravel path. Choose from a 50K, 20 mile, 10 mile, or a casual Fun Run. The event includes race shirts, stocked aid stations, and finisher medals.

A chip timed 5K trail run and walk at Grace Hill Winery in Whitewater, KS on April 26, 2026, that includes a post race wine pour, race shirt, commemorative glass, food and live music.

Course Information The Heartland 50 is held in Cassoday, Kansas. The event features three distances: 50 Miler, 50K, and 25K. The route is an out-and-back course primarily on backcountry gravel roads, with less than one mile of paved surface..

This trail half marathon in Caldwell follows the historic Chisholm Trail. Runners will encounter a course featuring rocky terrain and red dirt hills. The event is scheduled for early May.

This Last One Standing event in Udall, Kansas, challenges runners to complete 4.167-mile laps each hour until only one remains. The format requires self-sufficiency on course, with crew aid only between laps. All participants receive a cust..

This event in Enterprise, Kansas offers three distances on a unique course of gravel roads and a historic rail trail. The 100-mile route is run in laps. All finishers receive an award.

Experience a historic Kansas trail run featuring creek crossings and rolling native grasslands. Challenge yourself on the famed Suicide Hill with 5K, 10K, Ruck, or team relay options in a scenic rural setting.

This 10k trail run or hike takes place at Shawnee Mission Park, part of a summer series exploring Kansas City's trails. It supports local trail maintenance and offers a relaxed 4-hour time limit. All finishers receive a unique handmade awar..

A low-key timed event outside Norton, KS offering 72h, 48h, 24h, 12h and 6h options on a mowed pasture and dirt-road loop with continuous aid station support, camping, basic facilities, and distance-specific awards.

Honor a local legacy at this Leavenworth event featuring a 5K terrain run on road and trail paths. Support student scholarships through the physical race or a virtual 3.1 mile option.

Heat Wave is a timed track ultramarathon in Rose Hill, Kansas. Runners can test their endurance over 6, 12, or 24 hours, with optional nighttime starts. The event features chip timing, a cup-less format, and special awards for long-distance..

Explore the trails at Wyandotte County Lake Park in this 10kish race. Part of a summer series, it supports local trail maintenance. Enjoy a cupless course with water stations and receive a unique finisher's award.

The Honey Badger 100 is a 100-mile road ultra starting and finishing at Cheney State Park. Runners must provide their own crew, supplies, and vehicle support. The event features a 36-hour time limit and awards a buckle to every finisher.