Trail Running calendar near Wichita 2026-2027

We have found 10 Trailruns within 80 miles of Wichita. See below where and when you can find the races.

A trail race at Warren Riverview Park in Derby, KS offering 10K, 10 Mile and half marathon distances with chip timing, water stations from 3 miles, a No Frills format and a 200 runner capacity.

March 2026

Walk and crawl for a cause in Hutchinson. This 5K pubcrawl benefits Bright House, supporting survivors in the community. Registration includes drink specials, a t-shirt, and a fun route through local spots with a prize for best dressed.

Carry Your Cross at Kanopolis Lake State Park includes a 10K where runners carry a 50+ lb cross plus separate 10K and 5K trail races. The event is limited to 75 slots and registration opens December 1, 2025.

April 2026

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.

May 2026

An out and back ultramarathon near Cassoday, KS across Flint Hills prairie offering 25K, 50K and 50 mile options with marked gravel roads, multiple aid stations, drop bag support, finisher shirts and awards.

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 multi-event trail day in Little River, Kansas featuring 5K and 10K runs, a 10K ruck with specific packing rules, a unique Pony Express three-person relay, awards by age group, and special prizes including the "COW CHIP."

July 2026

A 100 mile ultramarathon around Cheney State Park and roads in Kingman County near Wichita Kansas with a 36 hour limit and an 18 hour cutoff at about mile 53. Crew and a vehicle are required and all finishers receive buckles.

August 2026

A trail event through more than 20 acres of sunflowers in Buhler, KS on August 29, 2026. It includes a competitive 5K, a non competitive 5K, a 1 mile run and a virtual 5K with shirts and finisher medals.

October 2026

A multi-distance event near Cassoday, Kansas, on mostly gravel backcountry roads through the Flint Hills; options range from a half marathon to a 125-mile graduate-level ultramarathon with varied aid station and crew access.