Michigan
Michigan Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Michigan for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 131 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Michigan below and join the trail community at these great events!
August 2026
The 1st Annual Crusader Cross Country Classic is a community 5K at Muskegon Catholic Central Monsignor Kehren Stadium supporting the school's cross country and track and field programs, with chip timing, awards, packet pickup, and on‑site facilities.
Two events in Carney, MI: a casual wooded 5K trail and a Mail Pouch Beer Mile with four 0.25 mile laps and on course beer consumption; participants must be 21+.
A 5k in Owosso that mixes running with timed fitness stations. Two divisions offer set standards or self selected scaling, heats of a few athletes, event tanks and awards across competitive, masters and youth categories.
Open 5K in Benzonia, MI on August 22, 2026 with a course preview; pre-registration $10 and day-of late entry $20, awards for top 10 men and women.
East Lansing event on August 23, 2026 with a timed 5k on mostly grass trails and an untimed 1 mile fun run for kids. Hosted by the East Lansing Educational Foundation; registration fees apply.
A multi-distance trail running weekend on August 29 to 30, 2026 with 50 Mile, 50K, Marathon and Half Marathon races; registration is closed.
Experience the Midland City Forest trails by day or night at the 10th annual Red Moon Trail Run. Choose from various distances marked by LED guides on a flat loop course with professional timing and finisher medals.
Family fitness event at Malden Park on August 29, 2026 featuring varied terrain obstacles, medals for participants, and a welcome for family dogs.
A 5K run and walk in Mount Morris that raises funds to help send children to camp and support their spiritual growth.
Community 5K on the new Alpena High School cross country course with two 2.5 K loops, top 10 awards for men and women, and online registration fee of $10.
September 2026
A trail race around Boardman Lake in Traverse City offering 4 miles, 8 miles, and a two person relay on mostly paved trails with some boardwalks and bridges. All finishers receive a technical running cap and a bowl from Playa Bowls.
A three-day, all-ages festival in Copper Harbor with mountain bike races across multiple disciplines, a 10K trail run, live music, awards, and volunteer opportunities.
Participate in a meaningful multisport event in Alpena featuring half marathon and 5K runs alongside bike races and untimed tours. Support local healthcare and scholarships while exploring the trails and streets of Northeast Michigan.
A lakeside trail and paved race at Bluebell Beach in Flint on September 5, 2026 offering 3 Mile, 5 Mile, 12.5K and a virtual option. Chip timing, race shirt, finisher medal, age group awards and post race refreshments.
A casual farm-based fun run on September 5, 2026 at Gast Family Farms offering a 5K and 1 Mile through farm fields; $10 registration supports the Lakeshore Lions and includes a shirt, medal, and grape juice.
A community 5K trail run and a 1 mile kids fun run at Cross Country Ski Headquarters in Roscommon, Michigan. Proceeds support Sundrop School scholarships; post race refreshments and same day registration are available.
A weekend trail festival on a 140 acre Michigan forest and lakeshore site, combining trail races from 1 mile to 100 miles with music, yoga and group hikes.
Two-day trail event at Little Presque Isle near Marquette featuring a half marathon, 5K, 5 mile hike and a free 1 mile kids race at South Beach.
Experience a unique multi-terrain race through the scenic sand dunes and woodland trails of Western Michigan. Scale the iconic steps of Mt. Baldhead and celebrate your achievement at a festive post-race party in downtown Saugatuck.
A family-friendly 5K mud run at Milan MX in Detroit with obstacles, mud pits, slides, and a festival-style after-party featuring music, food trucks, and drinks.