Trail Running calendar near Lansing 2025-2026

The 13 Ghosts Half Marathon, 13K, and 4 Mile Trail Run is a spooky-themed trail running event held at Addison Oaks County Park in Leonard, Michigan. Scheduled for October 12, 2025, it offers three distances: a half marathon (two loops), a 13K (8.1 miles), and a 4-mile run or walk, all on varied terr..

The 9th Annual Trick or Trot 5K Trail Run/Walk is a Halloween-themed event held in Sanford, Michigan, at Meridian Early College High School. This trail race supports the Meridian Band Department and features a 5K course on the school's cross country trail. Participants can choose to run or walk the..

The Will Run for Coffee/Beer 5k is a unique running event held in Owosso, Michigan, starting at the Fitness Coliseum. Participants can choose between two 5k races—one themed around coffee and the other around beer—or a shorter 1.5-mile walk suitable for all ages, dogs, and strollers. The course feat..

The West Side Donut Dash is a 5K trail run held at The Highlands Blandford Nature Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The event features a new race course through scenic trails with natural obstacles like tree roots and small stumps, offering a challenging and engaging experience for participants. In..

Dragons in the Woods is a 5K trail run/walk held annually at Birchfield Park in Holt, Michigan. Celebrating its 12th season in 2025, this challenging race offers a scenic course through majestic wooded trails, suitable for both seasoned runners and families who want to walk or run together. The even..

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 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 Veterans' Honor Run: 22 Hours of Tribute is an annual event held at Heritage Park in Canton, Michigan, designed to raise awareness about veteran suicide. The main feature is a 22-hour ultra run where participants complete as many one-mile loops on a paved, mostly flat course as they can, from Sa..

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 Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon and 7.5 Mile race is a popular Thanksgiving weekend trail running event held at Proud Lake State Recreation Area in Commerce Township, Michigan. This late-morning race offers runners the choice between a half marathon and a 7.5-mile distance on well-groomed, ea..

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 Bad Santa Trail Run is a festive 5K event held at Addison Oaks County Park in Leonard, Michigan. The course features a mix of dirt and blacktop trails with rolling hills, offering a scenic winter running experience. Participants should be prepared for typical Michigan December conditions, includ..

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 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, with options for rucking and virtual participation. The course fea..