Trail Running calendar near Kentwood 2026-2027

A 6.2 miles trail race at Uncle John's Cider Mill in St Johns, Michigan, run as two loops through apple orchards and open fields. Registration opens April 16 and the entry fee is $40.

A community 5K in Mount Pleasant on September 12, 2026 that supports the Isabella County First Responders Fund; the scenic 3.1 mile route includes family activities, a commemorative shirt and medal, and post race refreshments.

Sherman Lake YMCA Kids ROAR in Augusta, MI on September 13, 2026 is an obstacle adventure race for children ages 5 to 14. It features 1 and 2 mile courses with mud pits, water, color, obstacles and monkey bars.

A 5k trail run at YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin in Middleville, Michigan, featuring single track, fields, and gravel roads as part of Dirtfest Weekend. Completing this run plus two other Dirty Mitten events earns a commemorative piece of swag.

An annual trail event at Montcalm Community College held each third Saturday in September, offering a 5K trail run or walk and a Michael J. Seaman Memorial 10K. Proceeds support the Kenneth J. Lehman Nature Trails.

Midwest Everest is a multi-distance trail running event at Cannonsburg Ski Hill in Belmont, Michigan, on September 26-27, 2026. It features a 100-mile route with over 30,000 feet of elevation gain plus 50M, 20K, 10K and a Summer Everest Cha..

Trail races in Big Rapids, Michigan on September 26, 2026 offering 50-mile, 45K and 15-mile courses through the Manistee National Forest with marked trails and aid stations; entry fees range from $103.43 to $131.30.

Experience the wooded trails of North Ottawa Dunes in this community trail run featuring 10K and 5K courses. Finishers receive a unique locally grown pumpkin medal to support local charitable organizations.

Experience a scenic 5K trail run or walk through pine forests and restored prairies in Lowell. Enjoy live folk and rock music along the route followed by fresh homemade cinnamon rolls.

A trail running event at Deep Lake Campground in Middleville, Michigan on October 3, 2026. Offers 10K, 25K and a 50K two‑lap option and includes a long sleeve tech shirt or a Switchback Endurance buff.

Trail running through Fenn Valley vineyards on October 3, 2026, with a timed, challenging 5K and an untimed 1 mile course amid harvest sights and smells.

Experience a scenic run or walk through the wooded trails and gravel roads of Fitzgerald Park. This event features a diverse course across grass and varying elevations with professional timing and age group awards.

A community event in Kentwood with a professionally timed 5K trail race and a 1-mile kids run raising funds for families of children under 21 with neuromuscular and degenerative diseases.

A community trail event on October 10, 2026 in Holland, Michigan honoring first responders and people affected by cancer. Options include a 5K Run or Walk and a 2K Walk on a scenic course that includes a hill.

A professionally timed 5K trail race in Kentwood on October 10, 2026, supporting families of children under 21 with neuromuscular and degenerative diseases; includes Captain and Angel registrations and volunteer roles.

Trail races at Lawless Park in Vandalia, Michigan on an all trail course through forest, streams and lakes. Distances include a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a 1K kids run with chip timing and on course aid.

Timed trail races and ruck challenges take place on a scenic 5K loop at Pigeon Creek County Park, with options from 5K and 10K to 6 and 12 hour timed events, and proceeds supporting the Egress Endurance Project.

A community 5K cross-country run at Portage on October 10, 2026, using the local high school course. Pre-registration includes a race t-shirt; top 50 finishers receive medals.

A 5K trail race at Fallasburg Park in Lowell, MI on October 11, 2026, featuring fast, flowy trails, a historic covered bridge and riverside running. Chip timing is used and postrace donuts and cider are provided.

A trail 5k run/walk at Birchfield Park in Holt on October 17, 2026, with age group awards, guaranteed shirts while supplies last, group pricing options, and proceeds benefiting Island City Academy.