Trail Running calendar near Big Rapids 2026-2027

Two days of Nordic ski and fat tire bike races in Traverse City, MI on February 14 and 15, 2026 celebrating the event's 50th anniversary with multiple distances, youth and adaptive categories, and a Saturday evening community celebration.

Winter Trail Fest Westside is a winter trail race at Yankee Springs Recreation Area. It features a half marathon and 5 mile option with unpredictable conditions and a famous river crossing. Participants receive a hoodie and medal, with disc..

A scenic 5k run or walk through the vineyards at Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery. Registration includes a signature glass, finisher's medal, cider donut, and a pour of cider, making for a unique post-race celebration. The event is chip-time..

A community walk, run, and roll in Grand Rapids supporting Benevolent Care at Clark, rescheduled for spring 2026. Options include a scenic 5K, a one mile loop, remote participation at Franklin, and flexible registration choices.

A 13th annual 5K trail run/walk at Midland City Forest with separate chip timed events for participants with and without dogs, medals for top finishers, stroller access, and proceeds supporting Great Lakes Bay Animal Society.

A 5K at the Interlochen Center for the Arts with live music and art, offered as both a live and a virtual event between May 2 and May 16, 2026; proceeds support student scholarships and virtual entries receive a shirt and medal.

A two day trail running festival in Traverse City, Michigan with races from a 5K up to 100K and team relays. Events run on singletrack and doubletrack in the Pere Marquette Forest with aid stations and post race refreshments.

Pere Marquette XC 5k at PM Conservation Park in Ludington on May 17 invites runners and walkers of all ages to a scenic off road 5k. Dogs are welcome and top finishers earn awards across age groups.

Weekend trail races May 29-30, 2026 at Long Lake Outdoor Center near Middleville, MI, offering 10k, 25k, 50k and 100k on hilly, rocky single-track. Cabins and bunks are available and shirts are included with registration by May 1.

Trail running event in Grayling, Michigan on June 6, 2026, with a 3 mile-ish and a 5 mile two-track course. Online and day-of registration fees differ; the 3-mile allows walkers while the 5-mile is for runners only.

A trail run linking Grand River Park and Grand Ravines Park along the Idema Explorers Trail, offering 1-mile, 5K and 10K options plus dog-friendly and virtual entries for a family-oriented outdoor event.

Wicked Worm is a trail event at Robinette's Apple Haus near Grand Rapids, MI featuring a 10K plus timed 6 hour and 12 hour races on technical trails. The 6 and 12 hour races run on a 4.2 mile loop around the orchard.

This trail run offers distances from 5K to 18K on the hilly, single-track trails of Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery. It includes a 9K RUCK option and is a bring your own cup event. All finishers receive a medal and shirt, with awards for to..

The Jordan Lake Trail Run/Walk in Lake Odessa takes participants on a scenic loop around Jordan Lake, starting and finishing at Lakewood Middle School. Awards are given to overall and age group winners. Registration is open for runners and..

The Lake Michigan RTS is a unique 10k combining road, trail, and sand along the shoreline. All proceeds support pediatric oncology care. Participants must carry their own hydration and receive a premium sweatshirt and medal.

Experience a team-based cross country race on a 5K course through Richmond Park. Run with friends or get placed on a team, and enjoy a free community mile. Awards are given for top individuals and teams.

A 5K, 10K, and 1-mile fun run take place at Jazz Blueberry Farm on July 26, 2026, over cross country style trails. Pre-registration includes guaranteed shirts for full price entries and awards are given to top age group finishers.

Run or walk with your dog through the scenic trails of Midland City Forest. This chip-timed event features 10K, 5K, and 1-mile distances on unpaved paths. Proceeds support local animal rescue and domestic violence shelter programs.

A trail event at Riley Trails Park on August 15, 2026 offering a half marathon, 10K, and ruck divisions on wooded singletrack. Proceeds support the Egress Endurance Project for people pursuing recovery through endurance sport.

A cross country meet at Muskegon Catholic Central Monsignor Kehren Stadium on August 22, 2026, featuring high school races and an open alumni and community 5k. Race proceeds support MCC Cross Country and Track and Field programs.