Trail Running calendar near East Lansing 2026-2027

A community 5K run/walk around Reeds Lake in East Grand Rapids on July 4, 2026, presented by the East Grand Rapids Community Foundation. Family friendly with on-site and early packet options and proceeds supporting the foundation.

A July 4, 2026 trail running event featuring a ten mile course with varied terrain and named obstacles, plus a shorter Wimpy fun run where all finishers receive a shirt and award.

An evening trail event at Stony Creek Metropark on July 8, 2026 featuring a 5K run/walk, 10K run and a community-focused 10K ruck, with chip timing, finisher medals, shirts while supplies last, and a post-event gathering at Eastwood Beach.

Trail race at Cannonsburg Ski Area near Belmont, MI, offering 5K, 10K, 25K and 50K on loops that include single-track and a climb on the ski hill. Organized by Switchback Endurance; a tech shirt is included for registrations by June 25.

A muddy 5k obstacle run at Baja Acres near Birch Run in Millington, Michigan, scheduled for July 2026 with separate KIDZ family and adult waves. Waivers are required and spectators pay a $10 cash fee for festival area access.

Races in Ionia, MI on July 16, 2026 featuring 5 km and 1 mile distances. Courses start on Main Street, connect trail systems, and pass through the Free Fair with top five overall and age category medals awarded.

A three day, 10 person team relay through Michigan landscapes held July 17 to July 19, 2026. Founded in 1992, the event supports Michigan Special Olympics and lists 86 teams for 2026.

Two 3 mile cross country races in July organized by Hanson's Running Shop at Stony Creek Metropark and River Bends Park. A single $10 fee covers both events, with results posted and first place awards by age group after each race.

Two days of Spartan obstacle races at Cannonsburg Ski Area near Grand Rapids offering Sprint 5 km, Super 10 km and kids races across steep trails, bridges and water crossings with multiple on-course obstacles.

A Last Person Standing backyard ultra in Holly, Michigan, run on a repeating 4.167-mile trail loop that becomes a night road loop. Crew is allowed, water is provided, and on-site prizes include a champion's jacket and next-year entry.

Team based cross country meet on a 5K course at Richmond Park in Grand Rapids. Includes team and individual registration, a free untimed 1 mile community run and awards sponsored by Gazelle Sports.

A trail 5K at Montrose Orchards on July 25, 2026, featuring a chip-timed 5K with awards, an economy 5K option without shirt or medal, and an untimed kids and adults fun run that includes a shirt and medal.

Run a 5k race on the Hudson High School Cross Country course in Michigan. This event features many age group awards and supports the local cross country and track teams.

Muddy Princess Michigan is a women only 5K obstacle mud run at Rouch Off-Road Vehicle Park on July 26, 2026. The course includes more than 18 obstacles and welcomes participants aged seven and up to run, jog or walk.

Three Wednesday evening 5K trail runs at Bloomer Park in Rochester Hills, MI, with chip timing, light post-run refreshments on two dates, a series finisher medal, and a post-series cookout. Single race and full series entry options are avai..

The 16th annual Mattawan Wildcat Road & Trail 5K features a mixed road and trail course across the Mattawan campus with more paved sections and a loop around the new track and stadium. Food and drinks follow the race and dogs are not al..

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.

A free 32 hour ultramarathon at Pointe Mouillee State Game Area near South Rockwood MI, run on dikes and marsh trails with 8 mile, 4.6 mile, and 4 mile loops. Self supported with a 50 runner limit and vehicle access every 8 miles.

Horning Farms Hustle pairs a scenic 5k and a 1 mile fun run on a working dairy farm in Manchester Michigan. Routes pass crop fields and calves, with medals for all and T shirts for paid entries.

A trail event at Flushing Farms in Flushing, Michigan on August 8, 2026, offering 5K run, 5K walk and 10K run options across farm trails.