Trail Running calendar near Arcadia 2026-2027

The 17th Annual Crossroads Trail Run offers 2K, 5K and 10K trail courses at Crossroads at Big Creek Nature Preserve in Sturgeon Bay with chip timing, awards and proceeds supporting environmental education.

A team-based trail relay on June 19-20, 2026 at Hanson Hills Recreation Area featuring smooth single-track trails, multiple team formats and pricing, Ragnar Village camping and glamping, and on-site amenities.

A Last Runner Standing mile loop at Two Hats Ranch near Big Rapids, MI, limited to 100 runners. The woodsy one mile loop has 150 feet of gain and a 20 minute loop time limit; proceeds support Montcalm/Mecosta Youth For Christ.

A 7.2 mile point to point run, walk or bike along The Edge Pathway from Hardy Dam to Croton Dam, finishing at DuChemin Park in Newaygo. Shuttle service, post-event awards, snacks and a T-shirt are provided.

A farm-based cross country event at Scholl Farms in Montague, Michigan featuring 5K and 10K courses, a 1K kids race, a dog division, awards, potluck and optional tie-dyed shirts.

A July 4 running event at Fife Lake Elementary School offering 10K, 5K run, and 5K walk. The 10K follows the lake shoreline while the 5K courses run through downtown during local July 4 activities.

A late July trail weekend at Jazz Blueberry Farm featuring a 5K run walk, 10K run, 1 mile run and a 24 hour team relay with cross country style trails and onsite camping for relay teams.

Trail runs of 5K and 10K through pine forest and creek ridges in Whitehall, Michigan on July 25, 2026. The event includes a free kids run, award categories, a discounted pancake breakfast and festival activities.

A *5K* trail race on White Cloud High School’s cross country course, routed through woods and fields with both flat and hilly sections. The event is held at the elementary school behind the high school in White Cloud, Michigan.

A trail event at Mt McSauba in Charlevoix on August 8, 2026, featuring a 6K course with steep climbs and single track plus a 1K kids run. Proceeds support loon protection and local outdoor education.

Trail races on August 29 and 30, 2026 offering 50 Mile, 50K, 26.2 Mile and 13.1 Mile distances. Registration is closed and a wait list will be available; organizers state the race includes notably large finisher medals.

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 two-day running weekend at Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville, MI on September 4 and 5, 2026, featuring a Friday night Legacy Art Park 5K and 5K, 10K, and half marathon options. Registration runs June 15 to August 23 with fees by distance.

A two-day trail race weekend at Crystal Mountain with Friday evening Legacy Art Park 5K and Saturday Dogman 5K, 10K, and half marathon. Registration runs June 15 to August 23 with fees listed per distance.

Trail runs at Peace Ranch near Traverse City include a 5K on packed sand roads and a 10K on varied forest trails. The event is dog friendly and supports New Veterans Retreat Services and the Mustang Rehab Program.

Trail races in Big Rapids, Michigan through the Manistee National Forest with 15-mile, 45K and 50-mile options. Courses include forested single-track, a Powerlines section and staffed aid stations; registration closes Sep 25.

A multi-distance community race in Thompsonville, Michigan featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and a 1 Mile Fun Run on the Betsie Valley Trail and ballfield. A portion of proceeds supports the Friends of the Betsie Valley Trail.

A monthlong October event with a virtual 99 kilometer challenge and in-person 2K, 5K and 10K trail races at SnowKraft Nordic, honoring lives lost to domestic violence and supporting survivors and local services.

A farm based obstacle course at Heim's Hillcrest Dairy in Algoma covers about 1.5 miles with tasks such as feeding calves and climbing over hay bales. Registration opens July 1 with an early price of $20 until September 1.

Experience a 5K trail loop through the scenic Leelanau State Park in Northport. All participants receive a custom finisher medal and a race shirt with professional chip timing included.