Trail Running calendar near Frankenmuth 2026-2027

Celebrate spring with a choice of runs at River Bends Park. Choose an 8 km trail race, a 5 km paved run/walk, or tackle both in the Hoot X 2 challenge. The event features team spirit recognition, participant swag, and awards across multiple..

The Spring Trail Trot is a flat, well-marked 5k trail run/walk around Lake Lansing North. All participants receive a T-shirt, sticker, and finisher patch, with chip timing and age group awards. The pet-friendly event also features a vehicle..

Experience a point to point spring ultramarathon across Michigan’s Thumb from Lake Huron to Saginaw Bay. This flat and fast course offers 50 mile and 50K distances for runners and ruckers with a unique award for beating the sun.

The Trail Weekend returns to the Pinckney State Recreation Area on April 25, 2026. Runners can tackle a hilly loop on the Potawatomi and Crooked Lake trails across four distances. Every entry includes a finisher medal, post race food and be..

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.

A scenic trail run connecting Addison Oaks Park and Bald Mountain on northern Oakland County dirt trails. Choose from a 30K, 15K, or a 4-mile loop, with a new trail section crossing Lake George Road. Registration includes a shirt, headband,..

Run the scenic trails of Independence Oaks County Park at the Crooked Lake Trail Run. Choose from a flat 2.3-mile loop, a rolling 5K, or a challenging 10K on well-maintained paths. Your registration supports the Trecho Fitness Foundation.

This 5K on the flat Lansing River Trail finishes near the Lugnuts' Jackson Field. Registration includes a race medal, T-shirt, and entry to the Beerfest at the Ballpark. The event is timed and features age group awards.

Run a cross country 5K at Revel Run in Chelsea, Michigan on May 9, 2026. This second annual event supports the Chelsea Track & Field Teams and aims to become a major community tradition. Lace up for a scenic run and a great cause.

Run the trails of Michigan's Island Lake Recreation Area in this inaugural ultramarathon series. Choose from three distances, including unique nighttime 50K and 100K races or a daytime 50K. All races share a common start and finish hub.

Explore the trails of Upland Hills Farm and Bald Mountain State Recreation Area. This school fundraiser features a 1-mile, 5K, and 10K run with student-made medals for all. Enjoy free snacks, a raffle, and a festive farm atmosphere.

This charity trail run at Columbus Park offers a timed 5K on grass and dirt paths, plus a casual 1-mile fun run. It's a fundraiser for Michigan animal rescues, with team competitions and prizes. All finishers get a medal, and friendly dogs..

A free, community 5K run/walk on the Bath Cross Country Course, honoring teacher Judy House. The event kicks off summer and raises funds for a memorial scholarship benefiting local students.

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.

Celebrate Global Running Day with a 2.25 mile loop through the scenic forests and wetlands of the Harris Nature Center. This family friendly trail run supports local nature education and conservation projects along the Red Cedar River.

The Races The Huron 100 Endurance Run offers two point-to-point ultra-marathon distances on June 6, 2026: Huron 100 Miler: A course through six State Recreation Areas, two Metroparks, and one County Park. The surface is 80% trail with appr..

The Spring R & R will take place in Metamora on Saturday 6 June 2026. You can run between 5 and 57 kilometers.

Summer Trail Fest Ultra The Summer Trail Fest Ultra is a trail running event held on June 13, 2026 at Sleepy Hollow State Park in Laingsburg, Michigan. The fifth edition of the event offers several race distances: 50 Mile, 50K, Half Maratho..

Run for a cause at the Gleaners Hunger Free Summer Race in Brighton. Choose between a chip-timed 5K on a cross-country course or a 1 Mile Fun Run. Your participation helps provide meals for families in Southeast Michigan.

The Trail Town 10K & 5K follows the scenic Lansing River Trail, starting and ending at Potter Park. Proceeds support local trail advocacy, and participants can take advantage of group and referral discounts. The event is professionally time..