Trail Running calendar near Ionia 2025-2026

The Legend Trail Run is an exciting running event taking place at Sleepy Hollow State Park, featuring three race distances: 5 miles, 10 miles, and a half marathon (13.1 miles). Set in a picturesque landscape of 2,600 acres of hardwood forest and grasslands, the course offers a mostly grass-covered r..

The Ultra Bird 12hr Trail Race, held in West Olive, Michigan, offers a challenging endurance experience on scenic 5K loops at Pigeon Creek County Park. Participants can choose from 12-hour and 6-hour timed runs, as well as 3- and 6-hour ruck challenges involving weighted vests or rucksacks. The cour..

The Woldumar Trail Run, held annually at the Woldumar Nature Center in Lansing, Michigan, offers a scenic fall running experience through prairie, pine, wetlands, and hardwood forests along the Grand River on over 180 protected acres. The event features a 5K trail run with natural, varied terrain (n..

The Dirty Duel Trail Race, held at Robinette’s Trails in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a challenging and unique 5K event offering two course options: the Short & Brutal (3.1 miles) featuring steep climbs, roots, and off-trail running, and the Long & Difficult (3.4 miles) with more mileage, twists, and..

The Twisted Trail 15K is part of a multi-distance running event held in Grand Rapids, Michigan, featuring 5K, 10K, 15K, and a free 1-mile race. Taking place on trails at Ken-O-Sha along Plaster Creek, the 15K consists of three laps of a 5K loop, offering runners a scenic and challenging trail experi..

The Yankee Springs Winter Challenge is a multi-distance running event organized by Switchback Endurance, scheduled tentatively for January 3, 2026. Traditionally held at the Long Lake Outdoor Center, the 2026 race will feature a new location and course due to changes in venue management. The event o..

Winterläufe - The Winter Race is an annual 8K running and walking event held in Frankenmuth, Michigan, hosted by the Frankenmuth Jaycees. This scenic out-and-back road race showcases the beautiful countryside and includes a notable crossing of the historic 1904 Gugel Bridge. Participants can choose..

The Winter Trail Fest Half Marathon and 5 Mile Run take place at Island Lake State Recreation Area in Brighton, Michigan. This winter trail event, organized by Trivium Racing, challenges participants with potentially harsh February conditions, offering a true "WTF" experience. Runners can expect a s..

The Winter Trail Fest (WTF) 13.1 and 5 Mile Westside is a challenging winter trail running event held at Yankee Springs Recreation Area in Middleville, Michigan. Scheduled for February 21, 2026, it offers a half marathon and a 5-mile race, both featuring rugged winter conditions including snow, mud,..

The Summer Trail Fest Ultra (STFU) is a trail running event held at Sleepy Hollow State Park in Michigan, featuring a 50K ultra, half marathon, and 5-mile race. The course is approximately 90% well-groomed, scenic trails, making it suitable for both first-time ultra runners and seasoned athletes aim..