Trail Running Calendar Michigan 2026-2027

Celebrate spring with a choice of runs at River Bends Park. Choose an 8 km trail race, a 5 km paved run/walk, or tackle both in the Hoot X 2 challenge. The event features team spirit recognition, participant swag, and awards across multiple..

Run or walk through scenic vineyards at Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery. This timed 5k features cider donuts, hard cider for adults, and a bottle opener finisher medal for all participants.

The Kal-Haven Trail Run is a scenic ultra-distance and relay event on the Kal-Haven Trail State Park. Choose from a solo ~33.5-mile ultra, a two-person relay, or a team of 3-6 runners. All finishers receive a medal on this gently downhill r..

The Spring Trail Trot is a flat, well-marked 5k trail run/walk around Lake Lansing North. All participants receive a T-shirt, sticker, and finisher patch, with chip timing and age group awards. The pet-friendly event also features a vehicle..

The Nathan Memorial 5k offers a trail run and walk through beautiful apple orchards. This charity event honors a legacy of kindness and supports a local family. Bring the whole family for a day that includes kids' activities and community s..

Experience a unique point to point ultramarathon across Michigan's Thumb on rural roads. Choose between 50 mile and 50K distances with running and ruck divisions on a flat and fast course.

The Trail Weekend returns to the Pinckney State Recreation Area on April 25, 2026. Runners can tackle a hilly loop on the Potawatomi and Crooked Lake trails across four distances. Every entry includes a finisher medal, post race food and be..

Run or walk a 5K trail event at Midland City Forest, with or without your dog. This chip-timed fundraiser for the Great Lakes Bay Animal Society offers medals, aid stations, and a stroller-friendly course. Kids 6 and under participate free.

Experience live music and art while running through the Interlochen Center for the Arts campus. Choose between an in-person 5k on paved and unpaved trails or a flexible virtual event to support student scholarships.

Experience a scenic trail run through Addison Oaks and Bald Mountain featuring dirt tracks and multiple distances. Enjoy a post race party with medals and awards for various age groups in a capped 300 runner field.

Experience off road running through the Pere Marquette Forest in Northern Michigan with distances ranging from 5K to 100K. All races start and finish at Timber Ridge Resort and feature professional timing and post race festivities.

Run the scenic trails of Independence Oaks County Park at the Crooked Lake Trail Run. Choose from a flat 2.3-mile loop, a rolling 5K, or a challenging 10K on well-maintained paths. Your registration supports the Trecho Fitness Foundation.

Enjoy an outdoor festival at Jackson Field featuring a 5 km run and over 300 craft beverages. Experience live music and local food in downtown Lansing while supporting Michigan river conservation.

Run a cross country 5K at Revel Run in Chelsea, Michigan on May 9, 2026. This second annual event supports the Chelsea Track & Field Teams and aims to become a major community tradition. Lace up for a scenic run and a great cause.

Run the trails of Michigan's Island Lake Recreation Area in this inaugural ultramarathon series. Choose from three distances, including unique nighttime 50K and 100K races or a daytime 50K. All races share a common start and finish hub.

Hit the trails in Petoskey with the Dandelion Dash, offering a 5K, a 1-mile run, and a short family fun run. The event supports a local preschool and features custom medals for top finishers. A virtual 5K option is also available.

Explore the trails of Upland Hills Farm and Bald Mountain State Recreation Area. This school fundraiser features a 1-mile, 5K, and 10K run with student-made medals for all. Enjoy free snacks, a raffle, and a festive farm atmosphere.

Experience an off road cross country style event at the PM Conservation Park in Ludington. This 5k run or walk is open to all ages and abilities with prizes for various age groups and master categories.

Join this annual trail run through Columbus Park to support Michigan animal rescues. Choose between a timed 5K or a 1 mile fun run on natural grass and dirt paths where friendly dogs are welcome.

A free, community 5K run/walk on the Bath Cross Country Course, honoring teacher Judy House. The event kicks off summer and raises funds for a memorial scholarship benefiting local students.