Trail Running calendar near Midland 2026-2027

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.

A 13th annual 5K trail run/walk at Midland City Forest with separate chip timed events for participants with and without dogs, medals for top finishers, stroller access, and proceeds supporting Great Lakes Bay Animal Society.

Trail races at Addison Oaks County Park on May 3, 2026 offer 30K, 15K and 4 Mile routes over dirt trails linking Addison Oaks and Bald Mountain, with awards, aid stations and post-race refreshments.

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.

A summer trail event at Sleepy Hollow State Park offering 50 mile, 50K, half marathon and 5 mile courses with mostly groomed singletrack, well stocked aid stations, ruck and virtual options, and a post-race barbecue.

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.

The 9/11 Never Forget Trail Run/Walk will take place in Brighton on Saturday 12 September 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

The Midwest Everest will take place in Belmont on Saturday 26 September 2026. You can run between 10 and 100 miles.

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.