Trail Running calendar near Midland 2026-2027

Ode in the Snow invites runners to tackle a technical 4.17 mile loop in various formats, from 5k to an on site or virtual eight hour Backyard ultra. Cold weather camaraderie, unique prizes and rugged trails await.

Celebrate the Snow Moon at the 10th Annual Snow Moon Trail Run in Midland City Forest, with LED lit trails, a warming bonfire aid station, and day or night options. Choose 5K, 15K, or 25K and help support the Great Lakes Bay Veterans Coalit..

Join the Full Moon 5 in Laingsburg for a night trail run through prairie, hardwood and pine at Sleepy Hollow State Park. This chip timed 5 mile includes a youth division, requires a headlamp, and awards finishers with a patch and prizes.

Celebrate winter running at the 17th Winterläufe 8K in Frankenmuth on Feb 7 with a scenic out and back course over the Gugel Bridge. Proceeds support local charities and finishers get a winter tee, medal and post race refreshments.

Hit winter trails at Island Lake State Recreation Area on Feb 14 for Winter Trail Fest East, with half marathon and 5 mile options for runners and ruckers. Finishers get a cozy hoodie, medal, chip timing, post race food and awards.

Take on the Thumb Coast Ultra and Relay in Michigan’s scenic Thumb region on April 25, 2026, with 50 Mile, 50K, relay, ruck, and virtual options. Mostly dirt and gravel roads, stocked aid stations, great swag and a finisher medal.

Join the 13th annual Fast & Furriest 5K at Midland City Forest on May 2, 2026 for a fun, family friendly trail run or walk. Chip timed options with or without dogs, stroller friendly, and proceeds support Great Lakes Bay Animal Society.

Take on the 2 Parks Trail Run on May 3, 2026 at Addison Oaks County Park with 30K, 15K and 4 Mile courses over scenic single track and dirt trails to Bald Mountain. Enjoy aid stations, race swag and a post race meal after your run.

Enjoy lakefront views and well kept trails at the Crooked Lake Trail Run in Independence Oaks, offering a 2.3 Mile, 5K, 10K and a virtual option for all paces. Chip timing, custom race shirt and finisher medal plus free photos and post race..

Run a scenic 5K along the Lansing River Trail and cross the finish near Jackson Field before enjoying Beerfest at the Ballpark. Entry includes a shirt, finisher medal and beerfest admission for 21 and over with ID.

Inaugural Badlands Race Series at Island Lake, Brighton MI on May 16 to 17 2026 offers Nightfall 50K, Overnight 100K and Daybreak 50K from a single start/finish hub. Field capped at 450; entries include a tech hoody and finishers get medals..

Run the 11th Annual Paper Chase 5K in Lansing on May 31 for a scenic out and back along the Lansing River Trail with chip timing and live results. Proceeds benefit Michigan Capital Region Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Join Hanson Hills Challenge Trail Run in Grayling MI on June 6, 2026 for a hilly 5 mile race or an easier about 3 mile route that welcomes walkers. Custom socks while supplies last and online registration closes June 5.

Explore scenic singletrack at Sleepy Hollow State Park with 50K, Half Marathon or 5 Mile options and plenty of on course support. Finish strong with a finisher medal and a relaxed post race cookout for friends and family.

Run the Lansing River Trail on June 27 at the Trail Town 10K and 5K, starting and finishing at Potter Park. Enjoy a scenic course with timed results and awards while supporting Friends of the Lansing Regional Trails.

Run through blueberry bushes at Montrose Orchards on July 25, 2026 with a scenic off road 5K and a family friendly fun run. Enjoy timed results, a dri fit shirt, finisher medal, race photos and seasonal treats.

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.