Trail Running calendar near Grand Ledge 2026-2027

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.

Winter Trail Fest Westside is a winter trail race at Yankee Springs Recreation Area. It features a half marathon and 5 mile option with unpredictable conditions and a famous river crossing. Participants receive a hoodie and medal, with disc..

A scenic 5k run or walk through the vineyards at Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery. Registration includes a signature glass, finisher's medal, cider donut, and a pour of cider, making for a unique post-race celebration. The event is chip-time..

An ultra and relay event on the Kal-Haven Trail near Kalamazoo, scheduled for April 11, 2026 pending DNR approval. Options include about 33.5 mile solo and 2- to 6-person relays with aid stations, drop bags, and shuttle support.

A community walk, run, and roll in Grand Rapids supporting Benevolent Care at Clark, rescheduled for spring 2026. Options include a scenic 5K, a one mile loop, remote participation at Franklin, and flexible registration choices.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Badlands Race Series The Badlands Race Series is a trail running event held within the Island Lake Recreation Area in Brighton, Michigan. It consists of three separate races on a single course. Nightfall 50K and Overnight 100K start at 10:0..

Weekend trail races May 29-30, 2026 at Long Lake Outdoor Center near Middleville, MI, offering 10k, 25k, 50k and 100k on hilly, rocky single-track. Cabins and bunks are available and shirts are included with registration by May 1.

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.

A trail run linking Grand River Park and Grand Ravines Park along the Idema Explorers Trail, offering 1-mile, 5K and 10K options plus dog-friendly and virtual entries for a family-oriented outdoor event.

Wicked Worm is a trail event at Robinette's Apple Haus near Grand Rapids, MI featuring a 10K plus timed 6 hour and 12 hour races on technical trails. The 6 and 12 hour races run on a 4.2 mile loop around the orchard.

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.

This trail run offers distances from 5K to 18K on the hilly, single-track trails of Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery. It includes a 9K RUCK option and is a bring your own cup event. All finishers receive a medal and shirt, with awards for to..

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..