Trail Running calendar near Leonard 2026-2027

Hit the trails at Dirty Dog Trail Run on August 15, 2026 in Midland City Forest with 10K, 5K and 1 mile options through scenic woods and creeks. Proceeds benefit Shelterhouse and SOS Animal Rescue to support pets and foster care.

Take on scenic trails and lakeside views at Seven Lakes State Park on August 15, 2026 with 3.5 mile and 7 mile courses or a virtual entry. Trail shoes are encouraged for rolling terrain and roots, and all finishers get a tech shirt, medal,..

Join the third annual Tails & Trails 5K at Independence Oaks in Clarkston for a family friendly run or walk where leashed pets are welcome. Enjoy trail scenery, a kids Cat Walk, vendors, and fundraising for local animal rescues.

Run scenic trails around Mott Lake and the Flint River with 3 mile, 5 mile, 12.5K and virtual options for all abilities. Race day chip timing, a tech shirt, finisher medal, awards and post race refreshments make it a fun community event.

Run Woodstock is a two day running festival in Gregory, MI on September 11 and 12, 2026 that blends forest trail races with live music, yoga and on site camping. Distances range from 5 miles to 100 miles, with peace sign medals for finisher..

Run the Campfire 5K at Skyline Camp in Almont for scenic trails, woods and panoramic high point views. Enjoy chip timing, a unique finisher medal and post race s'mores and coffee for a cozy, family friendly race day.

Experience the Rooted Half Marathon and 5K at Orion Oaks Park on wooded, gently rolling trails with onsite and virtual options. Dogs are welcome in the capped Doggie 5K and all finishers get swag and race day fun.

Join Miles at the Moose on October 10 for a family friendly 1K and 5K at scenic Moose Ridge Golf Course benefiting the U of M Rogel Cancer Center. Enjoy rolling fairways, commemorative hats and medals and post race donuts and cider.

Run or walk through peak fall colors at Independence Oaks in Clarkston, MI on October 10, 2026, on scenic wood chip and hardwood forest trails. Choose 2.5, 5.5 or 8.5 mile routes that start and finish at the same trailhead.

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.

Woldumar Trail Run on Sunday November 1, 2026 offers a scenic natural 5K and a family friendly Muskrat Mile at Woldumar Nature Center in Lansing. Proceeds support environmental education and participants receive finisher medallions.

Turkey Trail Trot and Leftovers Race at Stony Creek Metropark is a two day Thanksgiving weekend trail run with multiple distances and virtual options. Bundle both days for connecting medals and help support Meals on Wheels and park trails.

Black Toenail Friday closes out the Trivium Michigan Mega Medal Series on November 27, 2026 at Proud Lake State Recreation Area, with half marathon and 7.5 mile trail options through woods, lakes and rolling hills. Celebrate with campfires,..