Trail Running calendar near Howell 2026-2027

A point-to-point trail event through the Huron River Watershed on June 6, 2026, offering 100 and 50 mile routes that cross multiple regional parks and significant trail mileage, with proceeds supporting local watershed conservation.

Spring R&R in Metamora, Michigan on June 6, 2026 combines gravel bike races and 5k and 10k runs with timed events, awards, food and drink, and camping, raising funds for youth outdoor recreation through Crank 4 A Cause.

Experience a scenic 4.5 mile route through Imlay City on the Polly Ann Trail. This event takes participants through a loop of local trails and rural roads starting and ending near the high school.

Tough Mudder Michigan on June 13, 2026 at Koenig Materials in Oxford offers 15K and 5K obstacle courses, an Infinity multi lap option, spectator passes, group packages, finisher medals, apparel, and a finisher drink.

Summer Trail Fest Ultra on June 13, 2026 at Sleepy Hollow State Park offers distances from 5 miles to 50 miles with run, ruck, virtual and economy options. The course is mostly well groomed singletrack with stocked aid stations and a post r..

Tractor Trail 5K at Spicer Orchards in Fenton on June 13, 2026 offers a 5K run/walk, a kids fun run, and a virtual 5K. Registrations include a dri fit shirt, finisher medal, commemorative bib, and post race refreshments.

Dances with Dirt Hell on June 13, 2026 in Hell, Michigan offers trail races from 6.66K to a 50 mile individual and a 55 mile relay. The Woodlands provides weekend camping and a post-race bash with awards, food and live music.

A community fundraising run and walk at Freedom River in Brighton on June 20, 2026. Features a timed 5K and an untimed 1 mile fun run with awards and team categories, with proceeds supporting summer meals.

A 10 km trail race at Howard Marsh Metropark with gravel-dike scenery, wildlife viewing, and post-race paddling options. Sustainable hydration practices, finisher medals, category awards, and proceeds supporting SewHope.

A community 5K run and walk through Wildwood Metropark in Toledo raising funds for Metroparks Toledo. Organized by Dave's Running Shop, registration runs Nov 24, 2025 to Apr 28, 2026 with a $30 fee.

Timed 10K and 5K races on the Lansing River Trail on June 27, 2026, plus a kids 5K for ages 12 and under. The event features professional timing, age group awards, and proceeds that support local trail stewardship.

A community trail run and walk around Jordan Lake starting and finishing at Lakewood Middle School, featuring a 5K route, age group awards, and packet pickup at the Lake Odessa Fair with race day pickup available.

Timed endurance races on a 5K loop at Heritage Park in Adrian Michigan offering 3 hour and 6 hour formats, central aid stations, organized registration, finisher recognition and a post event gathering.

Lakeside Loops is a July 8, 2026 trail event at Stony Creek Metropark offering 5K and 10K run options plus a community 10K ruck, with finish medals, chip timing, and a post race cookout at Eastwood Beach.

A community 5K at Homecoming Park in Wauseon on July 11, 2026 connected to an educational series about butterflies and summer garden care. The course passes wooded trails and grassy areas; entry is $25 with post race refreshments and activi..

Mud Factor Michigan is a *5k* mud and obstacle run at Baja Acres near Birch Run in Millington on July 12, 2026, with adult and KIDZ family waves. Participants must bring a printed signed waiver and adults must bring photo ID.

Ionia Free Fair 5k in Ionia, Michigan on July 16, 2026 offers 5 km and 1 mile distances on a course that connects two trail systems and runs through the Free Fair. Prizes include top five overall and age category medals.

A three day, ten person relay across Michigan that supports the Michigan Special Olympics and local organizations. The 2026 race runs July 17 to 19 and will include returning winners in the Mixed and Open divisions.

A backyard ultra in Holly, Michigan where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one remains. The course mixes technical single track, park road night loops, camping, and on-site parking.

A 5K chip timed trail run and an untimed kids and adults fun run at Montrose Orchards on July 25, 2026, with shirts, medals, photos, awards for the 5K, and post race refreshments.