Trail Running calendar near Armada 2026-2027

An evening trail event at Stony Creek Metropark on July 8, 2026 featuring a 5K run/walk, 10K run and a community-focused 10K ruck, with chip timing, finisher medals, shirts while supplies last, and a post-event gathering at Eastwood Beach.

A muddy 5k obstacle run at Baja Acres near Birch Run in Millington, Michigan, scheduled for July 2026 with separate KIDZ family and adult waves. Waivers are required and spectators pay a $10 cash fee for festival area access.

Two 3 mile cross country races in July organized by Hanson's Running Shop at Stony Creek Metropark and River Bends Park. A single $10 fee covers both events, with results posted and first place awards by age group after each race.

A Last Person Standing backyard ultra in Holly, Michigan, run on a repeating 4.167-mile trail loop that becomes a night road loop. Crew is allowed, water is provided, and on-site prizes include a champion's jacket and next-year entry.

An 8 km night trail run at Two Creeks Conservation Area on July 18, 2026, combining singletrack, roots and a horror-themed atmosphere. Presented by The RUNEGADE Podcast, with a portion of proceeds supporting local trails.

A trail 5K at Montrose Orchards on July 25, 2026, featuring a chip-timed 5K with awards, an economy 5K option without shirt or medal, and an untimed kids and adults fun run that includes a shirt and medal.

Three Wednesday evening 5K trail runs at Bloomer Park in Rochester Hills, MI, with chip timing, light post-run refreshments on two dates, a series finisher medal, and a post-series cookout. Single race and full series entry options are avai..

Experience a point to point journey through the Michigan wilderness on the Waterloo Pinckney Trail. Run through forests and meadows before celebrating at a finish line party hosted by Sandhill Crane Vineyards.

A free 32 hour ultramarathon at Pointe Mouillee State Game Area near South Rockwood MI, run on dikes and marsh trails with 8 mile, 4.6 mile, and 4 mile loops. Self supported with a 50 runner limit and vehicle access every 8 miles.

Horning Farms Hustle pairs a scenic 5k and a 1 mile fun run on a working dairy farm in Manchester Michigan. Routes pass crop fields and calves, with medals for all and T shirts for paid entries.

A trail event at Flushing Farms in Flushing, Michigan on August 8, 2026, offering 5K run, 5K walk and 10K run options across farm trails.

Trail runs of 3.5 miles and 7 miles at Seven Lakes State Park with chip timing, shirts, medals and age-group awards; a virtual 5K option includes shipped race items and a finisher medal.

A community running event at Independence Oaks featuring a 5K and a Cat Walk 1K with pets welcome, on-site family activities, participant medals, and fundraising for two local animal rescues.

A 5k that alternates running segments with functional fitness stations in Owosso, Michigan. Two divisions offer either set competitive standards or adjustable weights and modifications, and the 2026 format lists a specific sequence of runs..

Trail event in Exeter on August 30, 2026 offering 8K and 3.25K options with multiple bridge crossings; proceeds support trail maintenance.

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.

Run Woodstock is a two day trail running festival in Gregory, MI on September 11 and 12, 2026. It features races from 5 miles to 100 miles, on-site camping, live music and yoga, with finisher medals and event merchandise.

A family-friendly 5K mud run at Everett A. Cummings Center featuring obstacles, mud pits no deeper than waist level, a pre-party with music, and a finish-area after-party with food trucks and DJs.

A community race day in Essexville on September 12, 2026 offering distances from a 9.11 mile run to a youth 1/4 mile, plus virtual options and a Public Safety Showcase, with proceeds supporting the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 103.

A fourth annual 5K trail run/walk at Fillmore County Park on September 12, 2026, honoring 9/11 victims, veterans and first responders. The unpaved course includes a finisher medal for all and directs proceeds to local AED purchases.