Trail Running calendar near Yankee Run 2026-2027

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.

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 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.

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.

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 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.