Trail Running calendar near Whitewater 2026-2027

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.

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.

A backyard ultra in Udall, KS on May 9, 2026 where runners loop a 4.167 mile lap each hour until one runner completes one more lap than the others. Participants receive a bib, t shirt, and a medallion showing yards completed.

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.

A timed track event on June 12-13, 2026 at Rose Hill District Stadium offering 6, 12 and 24 hour options on a USATF certified 400 m track with chip timing, an aid station, on course challenges, and finisher awards.

A 100 mile ultramarathon around Cheney State Park and roads in Kingman County near Wichita, Kansas. Crew support is required and there is a 36 hour time limit with an 18 hour cutoff around 53.35 miles.

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.

A community-focused Backyard Ultra at Sedgwick County Park where runners complete repeated 4.167 mile loops until one runner remains. One hundred dollars from each registration supports Family Promise of Greater Wichita.

A 10K trail run in Kanopolis State Park near Marquette, KS. The course follows the Horsethief Canyon Trail with hills, rocky sections, sand and up to five shallow water crossings.

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 grass cross-country 5K in Clearwater, KS, that crosses parts of the Chisholm Trail and includes a kids Tots Trot, post-race refreshments, cash prizes by age/division, and planned chip timing.

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.