Trail Running calendar near Portage 2026-2027

A 5K trail event at North Lake Park in Stevensville MI that raises funds for Alzheimer’s causes. The event is not timed and awards prizes to the three participants who catch the most deer flies using Tred Not Deerfly patches.

Trail race at Cannonsburg Ski Area near Belmont, MI, offering 5K, 10K, 25K and 50K on loops that include single-track and a climb on the ski hill. Organized by Switchback Endurance; a tech shirt is included for registrations by June 25.

First of a three-race fundraising cross country series for Prairie Heights High and Middle School teams, each race is 4K with awards based on averaged times across all three events.

A community road event at the Ionia Free Fair on July 16, 2026 in Ionia, MI, featuring a 5 km course that connects two trail systems and passes through the fair, plus 1 mile races, limited registration, and an event T-shirt.

A July 17 running event in Downtown Dowagiac offering 5K, 10K and a one-mile Family Fun Run, with proceeds split between cancer research and student scholarships and medals awarded by age group.

A two day Spartan obstacle event at Cannonsburg Ski Area near Grand Rapids featuring Sprint 5 km with 20 obstacles, Super 10 km with 25 obstacles and a kids race. Courses run across steep climbs, water crossings, trails and sand pits.

A 10K along the Lake Michigan shoreline combining road, hilly trails and soft dune sand in Laketown Township. Participants must carry their own hydration and proceeds support P.O.R.T.

Second race in a three-event fundraising cross country series in Lagrange supporting Prairie Heights High School and Middle School teams. Each race is 4K and age-group awards are based on average times across all three races.

Team based cross country meet on a 5K course at Richmond Park in Grand Rapids. Includes team and individual registration, a free untimed 1 mile community run and awards sponsored by Gazelle Sports.

Run a 5k race on the Hudson High School Cross Country course in Michigan. This event features many age group awards and supports the local cross country and track teams.

Muddy Princess Michigan is a women only 5K obstacle mud run at Rouch Off-Road Vehicle Park on July 26, 2026. The course includes more than 18 obstacles and welcomes participants aged seven and up to run, jog or walk.

Third race of a three-event fundraising cross country series in Lagrange, IN, with three 4K races; awards given by average finishing time across the series.

The 16th annual Mattawan Wildcat Road & Trail 5K features a mixed road and trail course across the Mattawan campus with more paved sections and a loop around the new track and stadium. Food and drinks follow the race and dogs are not al..

Horning Farms Hustle pairs a scenic 5k and a 1 mile fun run on a working dairy farm in Manchester Michigan. Routes pass crop fields and calves, with medals for all and T shirts for paid entries.

Trail running and rucking on Riley Trails in Holland, MI, with half marathon, 10K, and ruck options. Registration closes Aug 12 and 100% of proceeds support the Egress Endurance Project.

A 5K chip-timed run and a 3K scavenger-hunt walk through St. Patrick's County Park featuring trail terrain, participant medallions, post-event refreshments, awards by age group, and proceeds that support park programs.

The 1st Annual Crusader Cross Country Classic is a community 5K at Muskegon Catholic Central Monsignor Kehren Stadium supporting the school's cross country and track and field programs, with chip timing, awards, packet pickup, and on‑site f..

East Lansing event on August 23, 2026 with a timed 5k on mostly grass trails and an untimed 1 mile fun run for kids. Hosted by the East Lansing Educational Foundation; registration fees apply.

A casual farm-based fun run on September 5, 2026 at Gast Family Farms offering a 5K and 1 Mile through farm fields; $10 registration supports the Lakeshore Lions and includes a shirt, medal, and grape juice.

Experience a unique multi-terrain race through the scenic sand dunes and woodland trails of Western Michigan. Scale the iconic steps of Mt. Baldhead and celebrate your achievement at a festive post-race party in downtown Saugatuck.