Trail Running calendar near Big Rapids 2026-2027

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.

A *5K* trail race on White Cloud High School’s cross country course, routed through woods and fields with both flat and hilly sections. The event is held at the elementary school behind the high school in White Cloud, Michigan.

A trail event at Midland City Forest offering 10K, 5K run and walk, and a one mile walk with optional dog participation on leash. The off-road course runs through woods, creeks, bridges, and a mix of two-track and single-track trails.

Trail running and rucking event in Holland, MI on Aug 15, 2026 offering half marathon, 13.1 ruck, 10K and 10K ruck. All proceeds support the Egress Endurance Project and aid stations are supplied by Gazelle Sports.

A first annual cross country meet at Muskegon Catholic Central with high school races and an open alumni and community 5K; proceeds benefit MCC cross country and track and field programs.

Trail races on August 29 and 30, 2026 offering 50 Mile, 50K, 26.2 Mile and 13.1 Mile distances. Registration is closed and a wait list will be available; organizers state the race includes notably large finisher medals.

Experience the Midland City Forest trails by day or night at the 10th annual Red Moon Trail Run. Choose from various distances marked by LED guides on a flat loop course with professional timing and finisher medals.

A trail race around Boardman Lake in Traverse City offering 4 miles, 8 miles, and a two person relay on mostly paved trails with some boardwalks and bridges. All finishers receive a technical running cap and a bowl from Playa Bowls.

A two loop trail race of 6.2 miles at Uncle John's Cider Mill in St Johns, Michigan. The 10K is part of a weekend of farm events that also includes a 5K, a double 5K/10K and a kids run.

A community 5K in Mount Pleasant on September 12, 2026 that supports the Isabella County First Responders Fund; the scenic 3.1 mile route includes family activities, a commemorative shirt and medal, and post race refreshments.

Trail runs at Peace Ranch near Traverse City include a 5K on packed sand roads and a 10K on varied forest trails. The event is dog friendly and supports New Veterans Retreat Services and the Mustang Rehab Program.

A 5k trail run at YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin in Middleville, Michigan, featuring single track, fields, and gravel roads as part of Dirtfest Weekend. Completing this run plus two other Dirty Mitten events earns a commemorative piece of swag.

A multi distance trail event at Cannonsburg Ski Hill in Belmont, Michigan, featuring 100 mile and 50 mile everesting loop ultras plus 10K and 20K races with significant elevation gain and on course aid stations.

Trail races in Manistee National Forest near Big Rapids, Michigan, offering 15 mile, 45K and 50 mile distances on forested single-track with a section called Powerlines. The event is on Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 and registration closes Sep 25.

A multi-distance community race in Thompsonville, Michigan featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and a 1 Mile Fun Run on the Betsie Valley Trail and ballfield. A portion of proceeds supports the Friends of the Betsie Valley Trail.

Experience the wooded trails of North Ottawa Dunes in this community trail run featuring 10K and 5K courses. Finishers receive a unique locally grown pumpkin medal to support local charitable organizations.

Experience a scenic 5K trail run or walk through pine forests and restored prairies in Lowell. Enjoy live folk and rock music along the route followed by fresh homemade cinnamon rolls.

Ninth annual trail event at Deep Lake Campground near Middleville, MI. Distances include 10k(ish), 25k and 50k on rolling single track loops, with camping options and an included long sleeve tech shirt or race buff.

Experience a scenic run or walk through the wooded trails and gravel roads of Fitzgerald Park. This event features a diverse course across grass and varying elevations with professional timing and age group awards.

A community event in Kentwood with a professionally timed 5K trail race and a 1-mile kids run raising funds for families of children under 21 with neuromuscular and degenerative diseases.