Trail Running calendar near Rochester 2026-2027

Experience a unique run through Spicer Orchards on the scenic Tractor Trail. Enjoy apple trees and wooded views followed by refreshing sweet or hard cider at the finish line.

Experience rugged trail running through the woods of Hell Michigan. Choose from multiple individual distances or a 55M relay followed by a post race celebration with live music and food.

Run for a cause at the Gleaners Hunger Free Summer Race in Brighton. Choose between a chip-timed 5K on a cross-country course or a 1 Mile Fun Run. Your participation helps provide meals for families in Southeast Michigan.

Run a flat 10K on gravel dike trails through the scenic 1000 acre Howard Marsh Metropark followed by optional kayaking and birdwatching in a unique wetland habitat.

Run or walk through the scenic Wildwood Metropark in Toledo. The event features a mixed-surface 5K and a paved 1-mile walk, with all proceeds supporting local parks. It's a family-friendly outing for a good cause.

Challenge yourself on a 2.35 km paved loop at Suncor Park with 5 km, 3 hour, or 6 hour race options supporting local wildlife rescue through 100 percent of event proceeds.

The Trail Town 10K & 5K follows the scenic Lansing River Trail, starting and ending at Potter Park. Proceeds support local trail advocacy, and participants can take advantage of group and referral discounts. The event is professionally time..

Experience a sun soaked summer challenge at Glass City Metropark featuring a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and kids events. Enjoy chip timed results, finisher medals, and free ice cream at the finish line.

This unique trail run winds through scenic blueberry bushes at Montrose Orchards in Michigan. The event features a chip-timed 5K and a family friendly fun run, coinciding with the summer harvest season. Registration includes a finisher meda..

The Urban Trail Series features three summer Wednesday evening 5K run/walks at Bloomer Park. Series participants receive finisher medals, chip timing, and a post-race cookout with awards.

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.

Join the annual Summer Sizzler in Toledo for a variety of chip timed races and fun runs. Participants enjoy custom medals, designer shirts, and finish line treats including Kona Ice.

Experience a scenic trail run through the hardwood forests and lakeside paths of Seven Lakes State Park with 7 mile and 3.5 mile course options.

Run or walk through the scenic trails of Independence Oaks in this animal friendly event. Participants can choose between a 5K race or a 1K walk while supporting Great Lakes Dog Rescue.

Run a scenic 12.5K on the flat, paved Flint River Trail past Mott Lake and Stepping Stone Falls. Registration includes chip timing, a finisher medal, and a custom shirt. The event starts at Bluebell Beach in Flint.

Experience a local themed race in Toledo with distances ranging from a kids dash to a half marathon. Enjoy chip timing, pacers, and finisher medals for the whole family in this inclusive community event.

Run Woodstock 2026 Run Woodstock is a multi-day running festival held in Gregory, MI, on September 11-12, 2026. The event is inspired by the spirit of the original Woodstock festival. Races The event features several race distances on sceni..

Experience several miles of fun at the Everett A. Cummings Center featuring mud pits and crawling obstacles. This non competitive event focuses on fun and includes a finisher medal and post race festival for all participants.

Experience the natural beauty and elevation of Hidden Lake Gardens at the 16th annual Run for the Hills. Choose from a timed 5K run or walking options on a scenic course in the heart of the Irish Hills.

Honor veterans and first responders at this annual 5K trail run through Fillmore County Park. Participants enjoy a timed unpaved course with finisher medals and proceeds benefiting local veteran services.