Trail Running calendar near Harrison 2026-2027

An April ultra in Michigan's Thumb region offering 50 mile, 50K and a 50 mile relay. The 50 mile route runs from Harbor Beach to Caseville along mostly dirt roads with marked aid stations and generous cutoff times.

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.

Experience live music and art while running through the Interlochen Center for the Arts campus. Choose between an in-person 5k on paved and unpaved trails or a flexible virtual event to support student scholarships.

Experience off road running through the Pere Marquette Forest in Northern Michigan with distances ranging from 5K to 100K. All races start and finish at Timber Ridge Resort and feature professional timing and post race festivities.

A four hour run and walk challenge on Mid Michigan College trails to honor military service, where participants complete as many roughly 4 mile loops as possible while supporting student and local veterans programs.

Experience the scenic two track trails of Grayling at the Hanson Hills Challenge Trail Run. Choose between a relatively flat three mile route or a hilly five mile course through the Michigan landscape.

A trail relay at Hanson Hills Recreation Area on June 19 and 20, 2026, featuring smooth single track trails, team relay formats from three to eight runners, and a weekend village with camping, food trucks, and evening activities.

Two Hats One Mile on June 20, 2026 in Big Rapids, MI is a Last Runner Standing endurance race on a one mile loop with woodsy trails and a 150 foot climb. Field limited to 100 and proceeds benefit Montcalm/Mecosta Youth For Christ.

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.

A trail event at Cannonsburg Ski Area on July 11, 2026 featuring a 10K loop with rolling single track and a 0.7 mile ski hill section; distances include 5K, 10K, 25K and 50K.

A 5k mud and obstacle run at Baja Acres near Birch Run in Millington, Michigan in July 2026, with separate kids and adult waves. Participants must bring a signed waiver and adults a photo ID; spectators pay $10 cash for festival access.

A weekend of Spartan obstacle races at Cannonsburg Ski Area near Grand Rapids featuring Sprint, Super, and Kids Race options across rugged, varied terrain and trail features.

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..

Sparkle through the lavender fields at Lucky Clover Farm in Gaylord. Choose from a flat 5k trail or a lively one-mile community loop. Proceeds support Ignite Dance Co., and creative costumes are encouraged for a special prize.

Run or walk with your dog through the scenic trails of Midland City Forest. This chip-timed event features 10K, 5K, and 1-mile distances on unpaved paths. Proceeds support local animal rescue and domestic violence shelter programs.

Trail races on August 29 and 30, 2026 offering 50 Mile, 50K, 26.2 Mile and 13.1 Mile distances. Registration is closed and a wait list will be available; organizers state the race includes notably large finisher medals.

Experience the Midland City Forest trails by day or night at the 10th annual Red Moon Trail Run. Choose from various distances marked by LED guides on a flat loop course with professional timing and finisher medals.

Loop the Lake is a scenic trail race around Boardman Lake near Traverse City. Choose from a 4-mile run/walk, an 8-mile run, or a 2-person relay on a course featuring pavement, boardwalks, and bridges. All participants receive a technical ca..

A two loop trail race of 6.2 miles at Uncle John's Cider Mill in St Johns, Michigan. The 10K is part of a weekend of farm events that also includes a 5K, a double 5K/10K and a kids run.

Run through the scenic Pere Marquette Forest at the Peace Ranch Wilderness event. Choose between a 5K on sand roads or a popular 10K trail run, with dogs welcome on leashes. Your registration includes a medal, shirt, and supports veteran an..