Trail Running calendar near Big Rapids 2025-2026

Snowy single track awaits at Yankee Springs Winter Challenge in Middleville, MI on Jan 3, 2026, with 5k, 10k, 25k and 50k options. Register by Dec 8 to guarantee a crewneck sweatshirt or pick a buff and earn a snow globe.

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..

Celebrate the 50th Annual North American Vasa Festival in Traverse City on Feb 14 and 15, 2026, with classic and freestyle Nordic ski races plus fat tire bike events for all ages and abilities. Start and finish at Timber Ridge Resort for a..

Run snowy singletrack at Winter Trail Fest West with Half Marathon and 5 Mile options over rolling hills and an optional river crossing. Enjoy chip timing, a custom hoodie and finisher medal plus post race food and winter hats for top finis..

Run a scenic 5k through Robinette's vineyard trails finishing at the winery, chip timed with a finisher medal. Enjoy a cotton tee, cider donut and post race cider pour, plus a signature glass for those 21 and older.

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 Pere Marquette Forest at the Traverse City Trail Running Festival, May 8 and 9, 2026, with distances from 5K to 100K, relays and charity bibs. Enjoy a wooden finisher medal, event tee, ample aid stations, food and post race beer.

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.

Challenge yourself on single track trails at Long Lake Outdoor Center in Middleville, Michigan, with distances from 10K to 100K across an action packed weekend. Rustic on site lodging, multiple race entries allowed, and shirts with registra..

Join Hanson Hills Challenge Trail Run in Grayling MI on June 6, 2026 for a hilly 5 mile race or an easier about 3 mile route that welcomes walkers. Custom socks while supplies last and online registration closes June 5.

Run the scenic Idema Explorers Trail from Grand River Park to Grand Ravines Park in Jenison, MI on June 20, 2026, with river views, a covered bridge and a suspension bridge. Choose a 1 mile kids run, 5K or 10K with dog friendly options or g..

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.

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.

The Dirty Dog Trail Run will take place in Midland on Saturday 15 August 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

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.

Experience a spirited trail running weekend with 50 mile and 50K ultras plus marathon and half marathon options, famed for huge finisher medals and a lively post race party. Registration for 2026 is closed but a wait list will open soon.

The Peace Ranch Wilderness 10K Run will take place in Traverse City on Saturday 19 September 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

Test your legs on steep everesting loops and wooded single track at Midwest Everest, a two day trail race at Cannonsburg Ski Hill in Belmont, Michigan. Choose from 100 mile, 50 mile, Sunrise 20K or Sunset 10K and earn finisher swag includin..

Run or walk Lori's Voice Pathways to Possibilities 5K at Kentwood's Veterans Park, with a kids Run, Roll and Stroll for all ages and abilities. Proceeds support families of children living with neuromuscular and degenerative diseases.