Michigan
Michigan Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Michigan for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 113 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Michigan below and join the trail community at these great events!
October 2026
A half marathon and 5.7-mile run on Mackinac Island featuring shoreline and interior trail sections, finisher medals, an ivory commemorative hoodie, and timed awards by age.
Halloween costume trail 5K in Sanford supporting the Meridian Band Department with costume prizes, awards, glow in the dark medals, and chip timing.
An untimed 6 mile ruck at Crystal Mountain with health specialist stations plus a free 1 mile run; paid ruck registration includes lunch and packet perks.
A moonlit, two-lap 5K on the Beaverton Schools trail course with timed results, finisher medals, and race shirts; proceeds support local community development.
A 30 hour endurance run in Caledonia, Michigan where participants repeat a 5 mile loop to raise funds for breast cancer research at the Van Andel Institute.
A 5K trail race and a short kids run at Blandford Nature Center on October 24, 2026, with a t-shirt, medal, donut and drink included.
A roughly 3 mile out and back fun run in Negaunee with costume judging, live music, swag bags and long sleeve shirts.
A community 5K and kids mile at Youth Haven in Rives Junction, Michigan, held alongside a harvest festival with food, hayrides, bonfires and family activities.
Stair climb at Mt. Pleasant High School on 10/24/2026 to ascend 2,200 steps in remembrance; event is free and requests donations for Disabled American Veterans.
An October 25, 2026 event at Uncle John's Cider Mill featuring a fully off road 5K, a BOO Dash for kids, and a timed 1 Mile kids race. The farm setting includes apple orchards, cider, donuts, and on site activities.
Halloween themed community event in Northville with a Monster Mile and a 5k on the ITC trail, race shirt and medal included, proceeds benefit Kids Without Cancer.
A chip timed 5k at Westview Orchards with a winery finish, age group awards, family options for minors, and charity support for Nik's Wish.
Orienteering in a corn maze at Nixon Farms with short and long courses, wristband access to farm attractions, and free cider with a donut.
Trail event at Sleepy Hollow State Park offering a single 4.167 mile loop and a 12 hour Back Yard Ultra with chip timing, recorded laps, and event apparel.
Halloween runs in an orchard in Goodrich MI with a kids mile, a 5K of three one mile loops, and post-race cider and donuts.
November 2026
Trail race around Lake Walden at Waldenwoods Resort on November 1 2026 with a 3.2 Miles course, prizes, raffle entries, race T shirt and proceeds for the Hartland Area Project.
Trail run at Woldumar Nature Center featuring a 5K and a free 1-mile Muskrat Mile on natural trails, with proceeds supporting local environmental education.
Orienteering at Huron Meadows with point to point courses from beginner to expert, map navigation, trail and cross country options, and loaner compasses available.
Trail ultramarathon in Houghton MI with 25K and 50K loops on Michigan Tech Tech Trails, marked course, aid stations, and enforced time limits.
Fall trail running in Waterloo Recreation Area near Chelsea, Michigan on November 7, 2026 with loop courses, aid stations, awards, and a post race bonfire and beer garden.