Trail Running calendar near Big Rapids 2026-2027

Run or walk through scenic vineyards at Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery. This timed 5k features cider donuts, hard cider for adults, and a bottle opener finisher medal for all participants.

The Nathan Memorial 5k offers a trail run and walk through beautiful apple orchards. This charity event honors a legacy of kindness and supports a local family. Bring the whole family for a day that includes kids' activities and community s..

Run or walk a 5K trail event at Midland City Forest, with or without your dog. This chip-timed fundraiser for the Great Lakes Bay Animal Society offers medals, aid stations, and a stroller-friendly course. Kids 6 and under participate free.

Experience live music and art while running through the Interlochen Center for the Arts campus. Choose between an in-person 5k on paved and unpaved trails or a flexible virtual event to support student scholarships.

Experience off road running through the Pere Marquette Forest in Northern Michigan with distances ranging from 5K to 100K. All races start and finish at Timber Ridge Resort and feature professional timing and post race festivities.

Experience a wet and sandy 5k obstacle course at Pere Marquette Beach. Navigate 25 obstacles along the shoreline to support local food pantries and homeless shelters in Muskegon.

Experience an off road cross country style event at the PM Conservation Park in Ludington. This 5k run or walk is open to all ages and abilities with prizes for various age groups and master categories.

The Yankee Springs Trail Run offers four distances on Michigan's technical trails. Runners can stay in cabins at the start/finish area. The event takes place over a weekend in late May.

Experience the scenic two track trails of Grayling at the Hanson Hills Challenge Trail Run. Choose between a relatively flat three mile route or a hilly five mile course through the Michigan landscape.

Experience a scenic trail race through Grand River and Grand Ravines County Parks. Choose between 10K, 5K, or a kids fun run featuring river views, wooded paths, and a suspension bridge.

Run the technical trails at Robinette's Apple Haus in Grand Rapids. Choose from a 10K or timed 6-hour and 12-hour events on a 4.2-mile loop. The timed races are capped at 50 participants each.

Two Hats One Mile is a Last Runner Standing race on a challenging one-mile loop in Michigan. Runners have 20 minutes per lap until only one remains. Proceeds support local youth programs.

The Grand Rapids Trail Run offers 5K, 9K, and 18K trail races plus a 9K RUCK on the hilly, single-track trails at Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery. All finishers get a medal and shirt, with awards for top placers. It's a "no cup" event, so b..

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..

Celebrate the holiday by running a 5K along the scenic shores of Reeds Lake in East Grand Rapids. This community event features awards across various age groups and supports local foundation efforts.

Experience an obstacle course race at Michigan's highest vertical ski resort. Choose between 5K and 10K distances featuring steep climbs and rugged trails just 20 minutes from Grand Rapids.

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.

Experience a cross country trail run through the fields of Jazz Blueberry Farm in Shelby. Choose between 10k, 5k, and 1 mile distances before enjoying the opportunity to pick fresh blueberries on site.

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.