Trail Running calendar near Mattawan 2025-2026

Kick off the year on the trails at the Frozen Feet 5k on January 3, 2026 at Creek Ridge County Park in Michigan City. All runners receive a winter hat and gloves while tackling a scenic two loop course and enjoying postrace snacks.

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.

Run the Cereal Killer 15K at Red Mill County Park on February 7, 2026 with four scenic loops, cereal stations and Deathwish Coffee. All finishers get a limited edition long sleeve shirt or winter hat and gloves while supplies last.

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..

Yeti Trail Half at Bluhm County Park in Westville, IN offers a rugged half on four rooty single track loops for trail lovers. Participants get a limited edition long sleeve shirt and winter hat and gloves while supplies last.

Experience the False Spring Trail Runs in LaPorte, Indiana on March 21, 2026, with scenic single track, winding switchbacks, and lakeside views. Pick a 10K or a two loop half marathon, tackle rolling hills, and unwind at lively post race fe..

Save the Drama for your Llama is a six hour trail run at Luhr County Park on April 4, 2026, where runners complete 1.7 mile loops to see who covers the most distance. Fun, low key and perfect for trail lovers of all paces.

Run through Robinette's vineyards on a mostly cross country 5k that starts and finishes at the winery, then enjoy a cider donut and a post race cider pour. Chip timing, a finisher medal and a soft cotton tee make this a festive spring run f..

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.

Join Run Happy at Potato Creek State Park on May 2, 2026 for trail friendly distances from 10K up to 50K, welcoming walkers, runners and families on clearly marked loops. All races are chip timed for a fun, supported day on broken in trails..

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.

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.

Explore the Idema Explorers Trail at the Grand Explorers Trail Race on June 20, 2026 in Jenison, Michigan, with scenic covered bridge and river overlook views. Choose 10K, 5K or a 1 Mile kids' fun run, bring your dog on 5K or 10K on a six f..

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.

Run the DINO 7K Trail Run on June 20, 2026 at Potato Creek State Park for a scenic 7 km lollipop loop with two rolling hills. Part of the DINO Trail Run Series, the event awards series points and age group medals.

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.

Run the Mattawan Wildcat Road and Trail 5K through neighborhood streets and scenic wooded trails, finishing on school grounds with a festive community vibe. All finishers earn medals and proceeds support Brainstrong education programs.

Run the inaugural Crusader Cross Country Classic in Muskegon on Aug 22, 2026 a fun community 5k with a stadium finish. Open to high school teams, alumni and locals, the race has chip timing and supports MCC running programs.