Trail Running calendar near Belmont 2025-2026

Take on rolling single track trails with lake views at the Yankee Springs Winter Challenge, offering 5k, 10k, 25k and a 50k two lap ultra on January 3, 2026. Stocked aid stations and a heated tent keep runners fueled and comfortable.

Celebrate winter at the 10th Annual Snow Moon Trail Run in Midland with 5K to 25K loop options by day or night. LED lit trails, a warming bonfire, finisher medal and adult beverages await, with proceeds benefiting Great Lakes Bay Veterans C..

Take on winter trails at Yankee Springs with a scenic Half Marathon or 5 Mile over rolling hills, singletrack and a river crossing. Race perks include a custom hoodie, finisher medal and post race food and drinks.

Run through Robinette's vineyards on a mostly cross country 5k that starts and finishes at the winery, then enjoy a cider donut and a post race cider pour. Chip timing, a finisher medal and a soft cotton tee make this a festive spring run f..

Run the scenic Kal Haven Trail from Kalamazoo to South Haven on April 11, 2026 with a 33.5 mile solo or 2 to 6 person relays. Enjoy aid stations, a finisher medal and RRCA Championship racing on a beautiful Michigan trail.

Join the Fast & Furriest 5K at Midland City Forest on May 2, 2026 for a fun trail run or walk that welcomes dogs in a separate category. All ages and strollers are welcome as proceeds support Great Lakes Bay Animal Society.

Run a scenic 5K along the Lansing River Trail and cross the finish near Jackson Field before enjoying Beerfest at the Ballpark. Entry includes a shirt, finisher medal and beerfest admission for 21 and over with ID.

Tackle an off road cross country 5K through scenic trails at PM Conservation Park on Sunday, May 17. Open to runners and walkers of all ages, dogs welcome and strollers not recommended.

Yankee Springs Trail Run at Long Lake Outdoor Center in Middleville, MI on May 29 and 30, 2026 offers challenging single track trails in 10k, 25k, 50k and 100k distances. Enjoy rugged terrain, aid stations, and a shirt with registration.

Join the 11th Annual Paper Chase 5K in Lansing on May 31, 2026 for a scenic River Trail run with live chip timing. Proceeds support Michigan Capital Region Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Young Lawyers Section, with shirts and team awards.

Summer Trail Fest Ultra at Sleepy Hollow offers 50K, half marathon and 5 mile races on groomed trails. Frequent aid, a magnetic finisher medal that links to Winter Trail Fest and a post race barbecue make this a summer trail favorite.

Explore the Idema Explorers Trail at the Grand Explorers Trail Race on June 20, 2026 in Jenison, Michigan, with scenic covered bridge and river overlook views. Choose 10K, 5K or a 1 Mile kids' fun run, bring your dog on 5K or 10K on a six f..

Tackle technical trails at Robinette’s Apple Haus near Grand Rapids with options from a 10K to 6 hour and 12 hour timed races. Run loops around an orchard for a scenic, intimate trail experience.

Join the Grand Rapids Trail Run on June 27, 2026 at Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery for scenic, rooty single track and rolling hills. Choose a 5K, 9K, 18K or a 9K ruck, earn a finisher tee and medal, and enjoy finish line snacks.

Run the Lansing River Trail on June 27 at the Trail Town 10K and 5K, starting and finishing at Potter Park. Enjoy a scenic course with timed results and awards while supporting Friends of the Lansing Regional Trails.

Join the 9th Annual Jazz Blueberry Trail Run and Walk at Jazz Blueberry Farm in Shelby on Sunday, July 26 for scenic trails and 5K, 10K and 1 mile fun run options. Expect farm views, family fun and blueberry swag.

Run the Mattawan Wildcat Road and Trail 5K through neighborhood streets and scenic wooded trails, finishing on school grounds with a festive community vibe. All finishers earn medals and proceeds support Brainstrong education programs.

Hit the trails at Midland City Forest for the Dirty Dog Trail Run, with 10K, 5K and a one mile walk through woods, creeks and bridges. Dogs on leash are welcome and proceeds benefit Shelterhouse and SOS Animal Rescue.

Run the inaugural Crusader Cross Country Classic in Muskegon on Aug 22, 2026 a fun community 5k with a stadium finish. Open to high school teams, alumni and locals, the race has chip timing and supports MCC running programs.

Take on the Mt Baldhead Challenge in Saugatuck, Michigan with a 10K plus or half marathon course that winds through trails, dunes and downtown streets. Both routes include the iconic 302 step climb and finish in Coghlin Park.