Trail Running calendar near Rochester 2026-2027

A community fundraising run and walk at Freedom River in Brighton on June 20, 2026. Features a timed 5K and an untimed 1 mile fun run with awards and team categories, with proceeds supporting summer meals.

A scenic gravel-trail 10K at Howard Marsh Metropark in Curtice, OH with post-race paddling on eight miles of aquatic trails, finisher medals, themed awards, and proceeds supporting SewHope.

A community 5K run and walk through Wildwood Metropark in Toledo raising funds for Metroparks Toledo. Organized by Dave's Running Shop, registration runs Nov 24, 2025 to Apr 28, 2026 with a $30 fee.

Timed 10K and 5K races on the Lansing River Trail on June 27, 2026, plus a kids 5K for ages 12 and under. The event features professional timing, age group awards, and proceeds that support local trail stewardship.

Timed endurance racing on a 5K loop at Heritage Park in Adrian, Michigan, offered in 3 hour and 6 hour formats. Participants complete as many loops as possible and have access to central aid, gear access, and post-race recognition.

An evening trail event at Stony Creek Metropark offering a 5K trail run/walk, a 10K run, and a community 10K ruck with chip timing, finisher medals, and a post-event gathering at Eastwood Beach.

Mud Factor Michigan is a *5k* mud and obstacle run at Baja Acres near Birch Run in Millington on July 12, 2026, with adult and KIDZ family waves. Participants must bring a printed signed waiver and adults must bring photo ID.

A Last Person Standing backyard race at Holly State Recreation Area with repeated 4.167 mile trail loops until one runner remains, mixed single track and park road sections, on-site camping and prizes for on-site finishers.

An 8 km night trail run at Two Creeks Conservation Area on July 18, 2026, organized by The RUNEGADE Podcast. The course runs through misty singletrack with roots and low visibility and a portion of proceeds supports the trails.

A 5K chip timed trail run and an untimed kids and adults fun run at Montrose Orchards on July 25, 2026, with shirts, medals, photos, awards for the 5K, and post race refreshments.

Three Wednesday evening 5K trail runs at Bloomer Park in Rochester Hills, MI, with chip timing, light post-run refreshments on two dates, a series finisher medal, and a post-series cookout. Single race and full series entry options are avai..

Experience a point to point journey through the Michigan wilderness on the Waterloo Pinckney Trail. Run through forests and meadows before celebrating at a finish line party hosted by Sandhill Crane Vineyards.

A free 32 hour ultramarathon at Pointe Mouillee State Game Area near South Rockwood MI, run on dikes and marsh trails with 8 mile, 4.6 mile, and 4 mile loops. Self supported with a 50 runner limit and vehicle access every 8 miles.

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.

A trail event at Flushing Farms in Flushing, Michigan on August 8, 2026, offering 5K run, 5K walk and 10K run options across farm trails.

Trail runs of 3.5 miles and 7 miles at Seven Lakes State Park with chip timing, shirts, medals and age-group awards; a virtual 5K option includes shipped race items and a finisher medal.

A community running event at Independence Oaks featuring a 5K and a Cat Walk 1K with pets welcome, on-site family activities, participant medals, and fundraising for two local animal rescues.

A 5k that alternates running segments with functional fitness stations in Owosso, Michigan. Two divisions offer either set competitive standards or adjustable weights and modifications, and the 2026 format lists a specific sequence of runs..

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 lakeside trail and paved race at Bluebell Beach in Flint on September 5, 2026 offering 3 Mile, 5 Mile, 12.5K and a virtual option. Chip timing, race shirt, finisher medal, age group awards and post race refreshments.