Trail Running calendar near Manchester 2026-2027

Run a scenic 3.2 mile trail race around Lake Walden to support the Hartland Area Project. Enjoy a historic resort setting with old school timing and post race raffle prizes for all participants.

A fall trail event at Woldumar Nature Center in Lansing on November 1, 2026 featuring a 5K and a free 1 mile Muskrat Mile, with natural-surface trails and proceeds supporting outdoor science education.

A fall trail running event on November 7, 2026 at the DTE Energy Foundation Trail in Waterloo State Recreation Area. Races of 5M, 10M, and 15M feature marked courses with aid, finish food, a post race bonfire, live band, and beer garden.

A 22 hour in-person and virtual event at Heritage Park raising awareness of veteran suicide and supporting veteran charities. Participants loop a roughly one mile paved route with an extensive aid station, facilities, and base camp space.

Two days of trail racing at Stony Creek Metropark with distances from 2 miles to a half marathon plus a virtual option. A both days bundle gives custom gloves, a free drink coupon, and unique medals that fit together.

Experience a post Thanksgiving trail tradition at Proud Lake State Park with half marathon and 7.5 mile distances. Run or ruck through scenic Michigan forests and enjoy post race campfires and hot cocoa.

Celebrate the year’s end with a 5K trail run through Rochester. Enjoy a run on the Clinton River Trail followed by artisan awards and pizza in the comfort of a heated indoor facility.

A winter trail event in Holly, MI offering an on-site 8 hour and a virtual 8 hour plus 5k, 10k and 4.17 mile races on a 4.167 mile loop that is mainly single track with about 450 feet of climbing.

Winter Trail Fest East in Brighton, Michigan on February 13, 2027 features a 13.1 Mile half marathon and a 5 Mile race on winter trails, with run and ruck divisions plus virtual and economy entry options.