Trail Running calendar near Wichita 2025-2026

Take on the 34th annual Not 4 Wimps trail run in Derby, KS on Feb 22 with 10K, 10 mile and half marathon courses over sandy and sometimes muddy trails. Limited to 200 runners, this no frills race uses chip timing and has finish giveaways.

Join the 5th Annual Shamwalk 5K Pubcrawl on March 14, 2026 in Hutchinson for a spirited 5K that raises funds for Wild Valor and veterans. Expect drink specials, door prizes, finish line food and a prize for best dressed.

Take on Carry Your Cross at Kanopolis Lake State Park, carrying a 50 plus pound cross over rugged 10 km trails. All ages can join the 5K and 10K trail races, then enjoy music, games and a BBQ with awards.

Run the Heartland 50 in the Flint Hills near Cassoday, KS on May 2, 2026. Choose 50 mile, 50K or 25K out and back routes on quiet gravel roads through sweeping tallgrass prairie.

Tackle the Chisholm Trail Fest Run through rocky terrain and red dirt hills along the historic Chisholm Trail in Caldwell, Kansas. This scenic 13.1 miles trail race is perfect for runners seeking adventure and western charm.

Join the 44th annual Little River Trail Run in Little River, Kansas for scenic trails, creek crossings and the infamous Suicide Hill. Choose 5K, 10K, a Pony Express 3 person relay, youth races or ruck entries with awards and community spiri..

Tackle the Honey Badger 100 in Wichita on July 11, 2026, a rugged 100 mile ultramarathon at Cheney State Park with a 36 hour cutoff. Expect long road miles, mandatory crew support, and finisher buckles for those who make it.

Run through sun soaked dirt trails winding across 20 acres of sunflowers near Buhler, KS. On site and virtual 5K and 1 mile options with finisher shirt, medal, festival pass and pancakes for finishers.