Trail Running calendar near Lake Odessa 2025-2026

Take on rolling single track trails with lake views at the Yankee Springs Winter Challenge, offering 5k, 10k, 25k and a 50k two lap ultra on January 3, 2026. Stocked aid stations and a heated tent keep runners fueled and comfortable.

Embrace winter trail running at the 8 Hours of Ode in Holly Michigan on a scenic 4.167 mile loop, with 8 hour, 5k and 10k options. Race in person or virtually and test yourself in the backyard lap format.

Celebrate winter at the 10th Annual Snow Moon Trail Run in Midland with 5K to 25K loop options by day or night. LED lit trails, a warming bonfire, finisher medal and adult beverages await, with proceeds benefiting Great Lakes Bay Veterans C..

Hit snowy singletrack at Winter Trail Fest Eastside in Brighton with Half Marathon and 5 Mile options plus virtual entries. Enjoy a custom race hoodie, finisher medal, live timing and post race food as winter trail conditions add extra adve..

Run snowy singletrack at Winter Trail Fest West with Half Marathon and 5 Mile options over rolling hills and an optional river crossing. Enjoy chip timing, a custom hoodie and finisher medal plus post race food and winter hats for top finis..

Run a scenic 5k through Robinette's vineyard trails finishing at the winery, chip timed with a finisher medal. Enjoy a cotton tee, cider donut and post race cider pour, plus a signature glass for those 21 and older.

Run the scenic Kal Haven Trail from Kalamazoo to South Haven on April 11, 2026 with a 33.5 mile solo or 2 to 6 person relays. Enjoy aid stations, a finisher medal and RRCA Championship racing on a beautiful Michigan trail.

Run the 39th Trail Weekend at Pinckney State Recreation Area, a hilly loop course with distances up to 50K. Finish with a custom medal, bonfires, beer and live music while supporting the John Rogucki Memorial Fund.

Join the Fast & Furriest 5K at Midland City Forest on May 2, 2026 for a fun trail run or walk that welcomes dogs in a separate category. All ages and strollers are welcome as proceeds support Great Lakes Bay Animal Society.

Join the Beerfest at the Ballpark 5K in Lansing on May 9, 2026 for a flat, scenic run along the River Trail finishing by Jackson Field. Entry includes a race shirt, medal, and access to the postrace Beerfest for 21 and over.

Inaugural Badlands Race Series at Island Lake in Brighton, MI offers three scenic trail races: 50K Nightfall, 100K Overnight and 50K Daybreak. Run under stars or at dawn, chase cash prizes in the overnight races and earn finisher swag.

Yankee Springs Trail Run at Long Lake Outdoor Center in Middleville, MI on May 29 and 30, 2026 offers challenging single track trails in 10k, 25k, 50k and 100k distances. Enjoy rugged terrain, aid stations, and a shirt with registration.

Join the 11th Annual Paper Chase 5K in Lansing on May 31, 2026 for a scenic River Trail run with live chip timing. Proceeds support Michigan Capital Region Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Young Lawyers Section, with shirts and team awards.

Run the Huron 100 on June 6, 2026, a point to point trail endurance event through the Huron River Watershed with 100 mile and 50 mile options across nine parks. Enjoy scenic, challenging trails while supporting watershed conservation.

Summer Trail Fest Ultra at Sleepy Hollow State Park on June 13 offers 5 Mile, Half and 50K distances with ruck and virtual options. Mostly runnable singletrack, full aid stations, and medals that link to Winter Trail Fest make for a fun tra..

Explore scenic trails along the Idema Explorers Trail and Grand River with bridges, river views and meadows. In person or virtual 5K and 10K, a kids 1 mile fun run and dog friendly routes with family discounts and early shirt guarantee.

Tackle technical trails at Robinette’s Apple Haus near Grand Rapids with options from a 10K to 6 hour and 12 hour timed races. Run loops around an orchard for a scenic, intimate trail experience.

Support food security at the Gleaners Hunger Free Summer Race in Brighton on June 20; donations are matched to double the meal impact. Choose a chip timed 5K or a fun 1 mile on scenic trails, fields and pavement.

Join the Grand Rapids Trail Run on June 27, 2026 at Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery for scenic, rooty single track and rolling hills. Choose a 5K, 9K, 18K or a 9K ruck, earn a finisher tee and medal, and enjoy finish line snacks.

Run the Trail Town 5K or 10K along the Lansing River Trail on June 27, 2026, starting at Potter Park and professionally timed. Enjoy riverside scenery, race awards, and help support Friends of the Lansing Regional Trails.