Trail Running Calendar Kansas 2025-2026

Run for buckles at Earth Day Buckle Mania in Abilene, Kansas April 24 to 26, 2026 with 12 hour, 24 hour and 48 hour options on a shaded paved loop. Cabins, heated showers and lodging are included so bring crew and chase multiple buckle fini..

Take on the Iron Will Grand Slam: four 100 mile races in Enterprise, KS across spring to fall that test endurance and reward grit. Register by Apr 22 for the discounted series and earn buckles plus a custom Grand Slam plaque.

Take on the scenic Flint Hills Trail at the Mile 0 Trailhead in Osawatomie with distances from a 50K to a fun run. Flat crushed gravel, frequent aid, on course timing and tech shirts make this a well supported spring trail event.

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.

Iron Will Backroads in Enterprise KS offers 50K, 100K, and a nine loop 100 mile course over scenic gravel roads and a rail trail. Finishers earn buckles while enjoying manned aid stations, tri blend shirts, and a welcoming ultra vibe.

Run laps on a scenic farm outside Norton KS in The Sticks, a timed multi day event offering 6 to 72 hour options. Enjoy rolling pasture and dirt road loops, staffed aid, camping, and buckle awards for distance milestones.

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.

Tackle rugged single track on the exposed Switchgrass Mountain Bike Trail at Wilson State Park, with lake views and serious climbs. Choose a roughly 13 mile half loop or the full 50k combining both loops, with stocked aid stations and race..

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.

Tackle rugged rolling trails at Clinton State Park with distances from marathon up to 100 miles on a challenging 25 mile loop. Chip timed with live updates, the Hawk Hundred offers big loops, aid stations and classic Kansas views.

Join Iron Will 100 in Junction City KS on September 19 2026 for 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K and 36 hour events on a fast shaded river trail. Friendly aid stations, finisher buckles and a supportive ultrarunning atmosphere await.