Trail Running calendar near Abilene 2026-2027

An ultramarathon and marathon near Manhattan, Kansas, run mostly on dirt roads through the Flint Hills. The marathon uses a 1.2 mile lead loop plus a 25 mile loop; the 50 mile runs two 25 mile loops. Aid stations and post-race food are prov..

Tough Camper is an outdoor obstacle race at Camp Tomah Shinga on April 11, 2026 where runners receive a T shirt, food, water and a drink ticket and top three finishers earn prizes.

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.

Earth Day Buckle Mania in Abilene, KS runs April 24 to 26, 2026 with 12 hour, 24 hour and 48 hour races on a 1.8228 mile certified paved loop. Runners can earn up to six buckles at set distance milestones and lodging is included for the run..

A series of four 100 mile races based in Enterprise, KS, offered as a single package for all events. The series includes individual buckles and a 15 inch by 12 inch plaque for Grand Slam finishers, with registration closing on Apr 22.

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.

Trail ultraraces of 25K, 50K and 50 miles on gravel roads through the Flint Hills near Cassoday, KS. Out and back course with manned aid stations, a 15 hour cutoff for all distances, and race day packet pickup only.

Looped gravel and rail-trail ultraraces near Enterprise, KS offering 50K, 100K and a 100 mile race. Manned aid on the loop, pacers allowed from loop 6, tri blend shirts, awards and finisher buckles.

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.

Trail races at the Switchgrass Mountain Bike Trail in Wilson State Park offering a half marathon and a 50k with significant elevation gain. The single-track course is well marked, with stocked aid stations, drop bag locations, crew restrict..

Experience a unique trail run through 20 acres of blooming sunflowers in Buhler. This event features timed races for all ages including a competitive 5K and a celebratory pancake breakfast.

Experience the 14th annual Konza 25K and 10K at the Konza Prairie Nature Trail in Manhattan, Kansas. This September event offers scenic distance running and fundraising opportunities within a beautiful prairie landscape.

Multi-distance ultrarunning event in Junction City, Kansas featuring 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and a 36 hour option on a shaded river trail with aid stations every 5 miles and finisher buckles for all events.

A set of races on mostly gravel backcountry roads around Cassoday, Kansas, crossing the Flint Hills tallgrass prairie. Distances range from half marathon to 125 mile with defined aid stations, crew access, pacer rules and time cutoffs.

A multi-distance trail event at Wilson State Park with looped 20 mile circuits on the Switchgrass Mountain Bike Trail, notable elevation gain for Kansas, a Halloween costume contest, and options from 10k up to Pure Hell 140.

Timed one mile loop event at Wolverine Sports Complex in Marquette KS offering multiple day and night durations, cup less aid station, chip timing, belt buckle finisher awards, and designated crew areas.