Trail Running Calendar Michigan 2025-2026

The Hootie Hoo 8K Trail & 5K Paved event is set to take place at River Bends Park in Shelby Township, MI, celebrating the arrival of spring with an active community gathering. Participants can choose between an 8K trail run or a 5K paved run/walk, catering to various fitness levels. Registration inc..

The Spring Trail Trot is an exciting running event scheduled to take place at Lake Lansing North in Haslett, Michigan. This 5k run/walk is designed for both new trail runners and hikers, featuring a flat and well-marked course. Participants will receive a T-shirt, sticker, and finisher patch, with a..

The Kal-Haven Trail Run is a popular running event taking place on April 12, 2025, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This event features various participation options, including a solo run, a 2-person relay team, and a 3-6 person relay team, catering to runners of all fitness levels. The scenic course runs al..

The Nathan Memorial 5K is a charity running event held in Grand Rapids, Michigan, designed to honor the legacy of Nathan Syrek, who passed away at 19 after battling cancer. Scheduled for April 19, 2025, the event features a scenic 5K trail run/walk through apple orchards and a 1-mile walk, making it..

The Trail Marathon Pinckney is a celebrated running event taking place in the scenic Pinckney State Recreation Area, featuring a challenging course with hills and beautiful landscapes. Scheduled for April 26, 2025, participants can choose from various distances, including 5M, 13.1M, 26.2M, and 50K...

The Thumb Coast Ultra & Relay is a unique running event scheduled for April 26, 2025, in Caseville, Michigan. Participants can choose from several race options, including a 50-mile ultra, a 50-kilometer race, a 50-mile relay, and virtual options. The course features scenic routes primarily on dirt r..

The Fast & Furriest 5K Run/Walk, organized by the Great Lakes Bay Animal Society, is set to take place at Midland City Forest in Midland, MI. This family-friendly event features two chip-timed races: one for participants with dogs and another for those without. The course is stroller-friendly, makin..

The 2 Parks Trail Run features a 30K, 15K, and a new 4-mile event, taking place on May 4, 2025, at Addison Oaks County Park in Leonard, Michigan. This scenic trail run invites both experienced and novice runners to enjoy a mix of single and wide dirt tracks, with the 30K consisting of two loops. Par..

The Crooked Lake Trail Run, scheduled for May 10, 2025, in Clarkston, Michigan, features three race distances: a 2.3-mile run/walk, a 5K run/walk, and a 10K run. Participants will enjoy well-maintained trails through the scenic hardwood forests of Independence Oaks Park. The event is designed for al..

The Perfect PR Backyard is a unique running event designed for participants of all abilities, taking place at Independence Oaks Park in Clarkston, MI. This "last runner standing" format allows competitors to run as many loops as they can within a set timeframe, promoting a supportive and competitive..

The Dandelion Dash Trail 5K and Short Family Fun Run is set to take place in Petoskey, Michigan, on May 17, 2025. This inaugural event features a professionally timed 5K trail run and a shorter family fun run, aimed at promoting community engagement and supporting the Petoskey Children's Nature Pres..

The Upland Hills Trail Run 2025 is set to take place at Upland Hills Farm in Oxford, Michigan, featuring a variety of trail running events including a 1 Mile, 5K, and 10K run. Open to participants of all ages and fitness levels, this event is organized by students from Upland Hills School, making it..

The Pet Rescue Run/Walk 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk is an exciting event scheduled for May 18, 2025, at Columbus County Park in Columbus, Michigan. This event features a timed 5K trail run/walk and a non-timed 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, both set in a scenic environment with grass and dirt trails. Participa..

The Back 9 Endurance Run is a unique 12/24 hour endurance event held at the scenic Keweenaw Mountain Lodge in Copper Harbor, MI. Participants navigate a 3.68-mile loop that features wooded trails and paths across a historic golf course, offering stunning views of Brockway Mountain and Lake Superior...

The Yankee Springs Trail Run, scheduled for May 30-31, 2025, offers a weekend of exciting races in beautiful Michigan. Participants can choose from 10k, 25k, 50k, and 100k distances, all set on challenging single-track trails. The event takes place at the Long Lake Outdoor Center, which also provide..

The Hanson Hills Challenge Trail Run is an exciting running event taking place in Grayling, Michigan. Scheduled for June 7, 2025, it features two main races: a 5-mile trail run and a 3-mile-ish trail run. The 5-mile course is hilly and designed for more experienced runners, while the 3-mile course i..

The Riley Trails 50K, organized by Egress Endurance, is set to take place on June 7, 2025, in Holland, MI. This challenging event features a 50K race consisting of two alternating loops, with participants completing a total of 10 loops to reach the distance. A new addition for 2025 is the 25K RUCK e..

The Huron 100 is an endurance running event scheduled for June 7, 2025, featuring a 100-mile race and a 50-mile option. Both races traverse the scenic Huron River Watershed, incorporating trails through multiple state recreation areas and parks. The Huron 100 consists of 80% trail with significant e..

The Rock River Canyon 50K Trail Run, organized by Great Lakes Endurance, takes place in Munising, Michigan, showcasing a stunning route through the high country and remote river valleys. The course features a mix of 26 miles of single track and 5 miles of dirt forest road, with a total elevation cha..

The Summer Trail Fest Ultra is an exciting running event featuring a 50K, Half Marathon, and 5 Mile race, set in the picturesque Sleepy Hollow State Park in Michigan. This event is designed for both beginners and seasoned runners, offering well-stocked aid stations and generous cutoff times. Partici..