Trail Running calendar near Flint 2026-2027

Celebrate winter running at the 17th Winterläufe 8K in Frankenmuth on Feb 7 with a scenic out and back course over the Gugel Bridge. Proceeds support local charities and finishers get a winter tee, medal and post race refreshments.

Winter Trail Fest East is a winter trail event at Island Lake State Recreation Area in Brighton, Michigan offering a half marathon and a 5 Mile race with run and ruck divisions, virtual options, chip timing, a hoodie and finisher medal.

A spring race day at River Bends Park in Shelby Township offering an 8K trail, a 5K paved race, and a combined HOOT X 2 option; youth pricing, selectable swag, awards by age group, and on-site refreshments are included.

Point-to-point ultramarathon across Michigan’s Thumb on April 25, 2026, featuring a 50 mile from Harbor Beach to Caseville and a 50K out-and-back in Caseville. Relay, ruck, virtual and pacer options, stocked aid stations, and an award for b..

Trail Weekend at Pinckney State Recreation Area on April 25, 2026 features looped trail runs on the Potawatomi and Crooked Lake Trails with distances from 5 miles to 50K. Entries include a finisher medal, finish food and beer, and a post-ra..

A 13th annual 5K trail run/walk at Midland City Forest with separate chip timed events for participants with and without dogs, medals for top finishers, stroller access, and proceeds supporting Great Lakes Bay Animal Society.

Trail races at Addison Oaks County Park on May 3, 2026 offer 30K, 15K and 4 Mile routes over dirt trails linking Addison Oaks and Bald Mountain, with awards, aid stations and post-race refreshments.

A trail running event at Independence Oaks County Park offering 2.3 Mile, 5K, 10K and virtual options, chip timing, shirts, medals and on-site packet pick-up on race day.

Run a scenic 5K along the Lansing River Trail and cross the finish near Jackson Field before enjoying Beerfest at the Ballpark. Entry includes a shirt, finisher medal and beerfest admission for 21 and over with ID.

A cross country style 5K at Revel Run in Chelsea, Michigan on May 9, 2026. Proceeds support the Chelsea Track & Field Teams and organizers plan to make it an annual community race.

Inaugural Badlands Race Series at Island Lake, Brighton MI on May 16 to 17 2026 offers Nightfall 50K, Overnight 100K and Daybreak 50K from a single start/finish hub. Field capped at 450; entries include a tech hoody and finishers get medals..

A trail 5K and a 1 mile fun run at Columbus Park on May 17, 2026 supporting Michigan animal rescues. The timed 5K runs on grass and dirt trails and includes fundraising, donation draws, awards, and finisher medals.

Run the 11th Annual Paper Chase 5K in Lansing on May 31 for a scenic out and back along the Lansing River Trail with chip timing and live results. Proceeds benefit Michigan Capital Region Big Brothers Big Sisters.

A point to point trail running event through the Huron River Watershed on June 6, 2026, offering 100 mile and 50 mile races with extensive aid station support. The race is organized by a 501c3 and directs proceeds to watershed protection.

A summer trail event at Sleepy Hollow State Park offering 50 mile, 50K, half marathon and 5 mile courses with mostly groomed singletrack, well stocked aid stations, ruck and virtual options, and a post-race barbecue.

Run or walk the Gleaners Hunger Free Summer Race at Freedom River in Brighton Michigan on June 20, 2026. Choose a 5K or 1 Mile and help feed neighbors as donations are matched to multiply every dollar raised.

Run the Lansing River Trail on June 27 at the Trail Town 10K and 5K, starting and finishing at Potter Park. Enjoy a scenic course with timed results and awards while supporting Friends of the Lansing Regional Trails.

Run through blueberry bushes at Montrose Orchards on July 25, 2026 with a scenic off road 5K and a family friendly fun run. Enjoy timed results, a dri fit shirt, finisher medal, race photos and seasonal treats.

A three-date Wednesday evening trail series at Bloomer Park in Rochester Hills featuring a marked 5K loop, light snacks on two dates, a post-series barbecue on August 19 and prizes including ERC gear.

Hit the trails at Dirty Dog Trail Run on August 15, 2026 in Midland City Forest with 10K, 5K and 1 mile options through scenic woods and creeks. Proceeds benefit Shelterhouse and SOS Animal Rescue to support pets and foster care.