Trail Running calendar near Lansing 2025-2026

Run under the stars and into sunrise at the inaugural Badlands Race Series in Island Lake Recreation Area. Choose Nightfall 50K, Overnight 100K, or the Daybreak 50K for scenic, challenging trails, tech hoody, and finisher medals.

Run through the Huron River Watershed with point to point 100 mile and 50 mile trail ultras near Grass Lake Michigan. This charity event features rugged singletrack, big climbs and a cupless zero waste focus while supporting local waterways..

Run the Summer Trail Fest Ultra at Sleepy Hollow State Park in Laingsburg MI on June 13, 2026. Choose 50K, half marathon or 5 mile on mostly well groomed singletrack, with frequent markings, stocked aid stations, a BBQ, medal and tech singl..

Run scenic riverside trails between Grand River Park and Grand Ravines Park at the Grand Explorers' Trail Race, featuring 10K, 5K and a kids one mile fun run. Enjoy river views, a covered bridge and support Ottawa County Parks.

Hit the trails at Robinette's Apple Haus near Grand Rapids on June 20 for Wicked Worm, a technical singletrack and orchard trail run with 10K, 6 hour and 12 hour options. Bring a chair and enjoy breakfast and finisher swag.

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.

Hit the hilly single track at Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery on June 27, 2026, with 18K, 9K, 9K RUCK and 5K distances. Finishers receive a medal and tri blend tee, and top three in each race earn awards.

Run Woodstock is a multi day trail running festival near Gregory, Michigan in September 2026 featuring races from kids fun runs to 100 mile ultras, plus music, yoga, camping and on site community activities. Registration opens 12/1/25.

Midwest Everest at Cannonsburg Ski Hill in Belmont MI on Sep 26 27 2026 serves epic elevation with unique everesting loops across 100 mile, 50 mile, Sunrise 20K and Sunset 10K options. Finishers earn standout awards including a 100 mile bel..

Run or walk Lori's Voice Pathways to Possibilities 5K at Kentwood's Veterans Park, with a kids Run, Roll and Stroll for all ages and abilities. Proceeds support families of children living with neuromuscular and degenerative diseases.

Escape to Skyline Camp for the Campfire 5K and one mile on wooded trails with rolling hills and natural obstacles, perfect for trail lovers. Finishers receive a medal and a s'more by the campfire for a cozy celebration after the run.

Hit the trails at the Timber Trails 5K Run/Walk on October 10, 2026 at Fitzgerald Park in Grand Ledge. This scenic, slightly hilly course over grass, gravel and wooded trails welcomes all ages and supports Eaton County trail development.

Join the annual Heroes trail run and walk in Holland, Michigan on October 10, 2026 to support people impacted by cancer in West Michigan. Enjoy a community paced 5K run or 2K walk while honoring someone special and supporting Shields of Hop..

Join the Waldenwoods Turkey Trot, a scenic 5K around Lake Walden at Waldenwoods Resort in Howell MI on Sunday November 1 2026. All proceeds benefit Hartland Area Project and runners get a shirt, goodie bag and raffle chances.