Trail Running calendar near Columbus 2026-2027

A foam filled 5K at Boler Mountain on July 25, 2026 featuring 25 plus obstacles and about 2.5 million cubic feet of foam. The event includes a family festival area with a free Kids Fun Zone, live DJ and food vendors.

This unique trail run winds through scenic blueberry bushes at Montrose Orchards in Michigan. The event features a chip-timed 5K and a family friendly fun run, coinciding with the summer harvest season. Registration includes a finisher meda..

The Urban Trail Series features three summer Wednesday evening 5K run/walks at Bloomer Park. Series participants receive finisher medals, chip timing, and a post-race cookout with awards.

A Backyard Ultra at Eco Park in Arva where runners repeat a 6.7056 km hourly loop until one runner completes one more loop than the rest. Field capped at 67; this Silver Ticket event supports the Children's Health Foundation.

Experience a point to point journey through the Michigan wilderness on the Waterloo Pinckney Trail. Run through forests and meadows before celebrating at a finish line party hosted by Sandhill Crane Vineyards.

Marsh Madness is a free 32 hour ultra at Pointe Mouillee State Game Area near South Rockwood, Michigan, limited to 50 runners. Daytime 8 mile loops and a shorter night loop are self supported with vehicle access every 8 miles.

Experience a scenic trail run through the hardwood forests and lakeside paths of Seven Lakes State Park with 7 mile and 3.5 mile course options.

A community running event at Independence Oaks featuring a 5K and a Cat Walk 1K with pets welcome, on-site family activities, participant medals, and fundraising for two local animal rescues.

Trail event in Exeter on August 30, 2026, offering 3.25K and 8K courses with bridge crossings along a river valley. Proceeds support Friends of the Trail for future trail maintenance.

Run a scenic 12.5K on the flat, paved Flint River Trail past Mott Lake and Stepping Stone Falls. Registration includes chip timing, a finisher medal, and a custom shirt. The event starts at Bluebell Beach in Flint.

Run Woodstock is a two day trail running festival in Gregory, MI on September 11 and 12, 2026. It features races from 5 miles to 100 miles, on-site camping, live music and yoga, with finisher medals and event merchandise.

Experience several miles of fun at the Everett A. Cummings Center featuring mud pits and crawling obstacles. This non competitive event focuses on fun and includes a finisher medal and post race festival for all participants.

Honor veterans and first responders at this annual 5K trail run through Fillmore County Park. Participants enjoy a timed unpaved course with finisher medals and proceeds benefiting local veteran services.

A charity trail run in Sarnia on September 19, 2026, offering 5K, 10K and 15K live courses with chip timing plus a virtual option. Registrations 19 and over include a local craft beer and fundraising supports Rayjon Share Care.

Trail runs through Diehl's orchard on September 26, 2026, offering 5K and 1 mile options with adult and youth categories, participant shirts and medals, plus cider, donuts and a free hayride for participants.

A chip timed trail event at Camp Skyline in Almont featuring a 5K and a 1 mile course across wooded trails, fields, and a private dirt road. Post race snacks, s'mores, and awards for top finishers are included.

Experience the scenic trails of Orion Oaks County Park this autumn with a half marathon or 5K. Enjoy a multi-use course through wooded landscapes, including a unique dog-friendly division for you and your leashed companion.

Test your endurance at this 24 hour event featuring a scenic 3.1 mile loop through rolling hills and forest trails. Enjoy full support with an extensive aid station and on site camping while supporting the Lions Bear Lake Blind Camp.

Miles at the Moose features a 5K and a 1K kids run on the scenic grounds of Moose Ridge Golf Course. The event supports the Rogel Cancer Center Breast Cancer Program and includes a commemorative hat and finisher medal with registration. Par..

Experience the peak of Michigan fall colors at Independence Oaks Park with a selection of three trail races. Run through hardwood forests and around Crooked Lake on courses featuring wood chip paths and rolling hills.