Trail Running calendar near Northport 2025-2026

The Betsie Valley Trail Run takes place in Thompsonville, Michigan, along the Betsie Valley Trail. The event offers a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and a 1 Mile Fun Run. The Half, 10K and 5K courses are out-and-back on the flat rail-trail starting at the Webber Sports Complex; the Fun Run goes from the ba..

Tap into the Trails is a running event held in Cheboygan, Michigan, featuring 5K and 10K run/walk options. The courses start from Festival Square in downtown Cheboygan and highlight the North Central State Trail and North Eastern State Trail. The routes are fairly flat, combining pavement and crushe..

Rocktoberfest 5k Trail Run is a 5k trail run and walk held in Roscommon, Michigan. The course runs along the Tisdale Triangle Pathway, described as a beautiful 5k route through Roscommon. The event welcomes runners and walkers alike, offering a family-friendly atmosphere.The registration fee is $25..

The Wolverine State 100 is an ultra-distance running event held in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, showcasing the region’s rugged beauty. The race features multiple distances: a 100-mile ultra from Petoskey to Alpena, a 100K ultra finishing in Alpena, a 50K out-and-back course based in Alpena, and a 100..

The Rock the Light Trail Run is a 5K trail race held at Leelanau State Park near Densmore Road by the Woosley Airport in Northport, Michigan. This event features a challenging and enjoyable trail loop, professionally chip-timed with 5-year age group categories. There are cash prizes for the first ma..

The Great Turtle Trail Run takes place on Mackinac Island, Michigan, on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The event offers multiple race options: a Half Marathon (13.1 miles), a 5.7 mile run, and a 5.7 mile walk, plus virtual race options for both distances. All registrants receive a commemorative garmen..

Door County Fall 50 is a point-to-point road ultramarathon in Wisconsin’s Door County, running from Gills Rock to Sturgeon Bay. The 50‑mile course unfolds through fall colors and scenic villages, with rolling hills and views along the route. The event includes a solo division (and a relay option) an..

Pen Park Trails Fest is a trail running event on November 8, 2025, at Peninsula State Park in Fish Creek, WI. The event starts and finishes at Welcker's Point Shelter. Runners will receive a race hoodie (register early to guarantee size), a completion award, post-race beer from Sway Brewing and Ble..

The North American Vasa is scheduled for February 14-15, 2026 and will mark the event's 50th annual running. The event is held in the Traverse City area in northern lower Michigan and has been a local tradition since 1977. Registration is listed as "coming soon." The festival features wi..

The Hanson Hills Challenge Trail Run takes place in Grayling, Michigan, at 7601 Old Lake Road. The event offers two trail distances: a 5 Mile Trail Run and a 3 Mile-ish Trail Run. The 5-mile course is described as a two-track, hilly route, while the 3-mile-ish course uses two-track trails with a rel..

Waugoshance Trail Run in Emmet County, Michigan offers three distances: 50K Marathon Half Marathon The route follows a section of the North Country Trail between Cross Village and Mackinaw City. The course is reported to be over 90% single track and passes rolling bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan..