Trail Running calendar near Independence 2025-2026

We have found 14 Trailruns within 80 miles of Independence. See below where and when you can find the races.

FlatRock 101 is a renowned trail running event taking place in Independence, Kansas, featuring multiple race distances: 101K, 50K, 25K, 12K, and 5K. Celebrated as the first and oldest trail ultra in Kansas, it offers a unique experience along the scenic Elk River Hiking Trail, characterized by limes..

May 2025

The Heartland 50 is an exciting running event taking place in Cassoday, Kansas, featuring three distances: 50 miles, 50K, and 25K. The course is primarily on backcountry gravel roads, offering stunning views of the Flint Hills tallgrass prairie, making it suitable for both first-time and experienced..

The Flower Moon Trail Run, scheduled for May 10, 2025, offers a variety of challenging distances including 50 miles, a marathon, a half marathon, and a 4-mile run, catering to runners of all levels. Participants can expect unique Dreamcatcher-inspired medals and the chance to enjoy Fry Bread Tacos a..

The Lazy A Backyard Ultra is an endurance running event held in Udall, Kansas, where participants aim to complete as many laps as possible until only one runner remains. Each lap measures 4.167 miles, and runners must finish within one hour to continue. The race format emphasizes self-sufficiency, w..

June 2025

The Dam Loop, presented by W Investments, is an exciting running event scheduled for June 7, 2025, at El Dorado State Park in Kansas. Participants can choose to compete in a 20-mile solo run or as part of a relay team (3-person or 5-person). The course consists of a loop approximately 4 miles long,..

The Trail Nut 5K and 1 Mile event takes place at Turkey Mountain in Tulsa, Oklahoma, featuring a 5K race, a 1-mile run, and a combined option for participants who wish to complete both distances. This event is part of the "Turkey Triple" series, which includes additional races throughout the year, o..

The Hell on Gravel Run is a challenging running event taking place in El Dorado, Kansas, featuring a 50K, marathon, and half marathon. Scheduled for June 28, 2025, this event invites runners of all levels to test their endurance on gravel trails. Participants can enjoy the scenic views while competi..

July 2025

The Sweat Hot Oklahoma Summer Trials, taking place on July 26, 2025, is an endurance running event in Nowata, Oklahoma, featuring 6-hour and 12-hour races, alongside a 5K option. Participants will tackle a 3.3-mile loop course, which includes a mix of asphalt and gravel, while navigating the challen..

September 2025

Escape from Turkey Mountain is a popular trail running event held in Tulsa, Oklahoma, featuring two race distances: a challenging 5-mile course and a shorter, less technical 2-mile course. This event, a Labor Day tradition since 2004, takes place in the scenic Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness, offer..

Death by 5k Tulsa is a unique 24-hour running challenge that invites participants to complete ten 5k races, starting every 2.5 hours. Set to take place at River West Festival Park, the event tests both mental and physical endurance, requiring runners to navigate fatigue and sleep deprivation. Partic..

FlatRock 101 is a renowned trail running event taking place in Independence, Kansas, featuring distances of 50K, 25K, 12K, and 5K. Celebrated as the first and oldest trail ultra in Kansas, it offers a unique experience along the Elk River Hiking Trail, showcasing stunning limestone bluffs and rock f..

The Urban Adventure Race, hosted by RunnersWorld Tulsa, is an exciting running event that offers participants a unique tour of Tulsa. Runners can choose from various distances, including a marathon, 50, 75, or 100 miles, all starting and finishing at RunnersWorld Tulsa. The course features a 25-mile..

October 2025

The Heartland event, taking place in Cassoday, KS from October 10-12, 2025, celebrates its 25th anniversary with a variety of ultra-distance races, including a 125-mile, 100-mile, 100K, 50-mile, marathon, and half marathon. The course features scenic backcountry gravel roads with minimal paved secti..

December 2025

Ollie's Ultra is an endurance running event taking place at Santa Fe Park in Chanute, Kansas. Participants can choose from various race durations, including 24, 12, 9, 6, and 3 hours, all on a USATF certified course. Runners will complete a 2.022-mile loop, with only full loops counting towards thei..