Trail Running calendar near Roscommon 2026-2027

Experience a unique point to point ultramarathon across Michigan's Thumb on rural roads. Choose between 50 mile and 50K distances with running and ruck divisions on a flat and fast course.

Run or walk a 5K trail event at Midland City Forest, with or without your dog. This chip-timed fundraiser for the Great Lakes Bay Animal Society offers medals, aid stations, and a stroller-friendly course. Kids 6 and under participate free.

Experience live music and art while running through the Interlochen Center for the Arts campus. Choose between an in-person 5k on paved and unpaved trails or a flexible virtual event to support student scholarships.

Experience off road running through the Pere Marquette Forest in Northern Michigan with distances ranging from 5K to 100K. All races start and finish at Timber Ridge Resort and feature professional timing and post race festivities.

Hit the trails in Petoskey with the Dandelion Dash, offering a 5K, a 1-mile run, and a short family fun run. The event supports a local preschool and features custom medals for top finishers. A virtual 5K option is also available.

Strides of Honor is a four hour run and walk at Mid Michigan College on May 16, 2026, where participants complete as many roughly 4 mile loops as they can; a shorter accessible pavement loop is also offered.

Experience the scenic two track trails of Grayling at the Hanson Hills Challenge Trail Run. Choose between a relatively flat three mile route or a hilly five mile course through the Michigan landscape.

Two Hats One Mile on June 20, 2026 in Big Rapids, MI is a Last Runner Standing endurance race on a one mile loop with woodsy trails and a 150 foot climb. Field limited to 100 and proceeds benefit Montcalm/Mecosta Youth For Christ.

Sparkle through the lavender fields at Lucky Clover Farm in Gaylord. Choose from a flat 5k trail or a lively one-mile community loop. Proceeds support Ignite Dance Co., and creative costumes are encouraged for a special prize.

Run or walk with your dog through the scenic trails of Midland City Forest. This chip-timed event features 10K, 5K, and 1-mile distances on unpaved paths. Proceeds support local animal rescue and domestic violence shelter programs.

Experience the Midland City Forest trails by day or night at the 10th annual Red Moon Trail Run. Choose from various distances marked by LED guides on a flat loop course with professional timing and finisher medals.

Loop the Lake is a scenic trail race around Boardman Lake near Traverse City. Choose from a 4-mile run/walk, an 8-mile run, or a 2-person relay on a course featuring pavement, boardwalks, and bridges. All participants receive a technical ca..

Run through the scenic Pere Marquette Forest at the Peace Ranch Wilderness event. Choose between a 5K on sand roads or a popular 10K trail run, with dogs welcome on leashes. Your registration includes a medal, shirt, and supports veteran an..

Trail races near Big Rapids, Michigan on Sep 26, 2026 offering 50 Miler, 45K and 15 Miler through the Manistee National Forest with winding single track and a Powerlines section.

Experience a point to point journey across Michigan's lower peninsula from Lake Michigan to Lake Huron. Choose from 100 mile, 100k, and 50k distances on a mix of singletrack trails and scenic seasonal roads.

Experience a 5K trail loop through the scenic Leelanau State Park in Northport. All participants receive a custom finisher medal and a race shirt with professional chip timing included.

Experience the Cote Dame Marie Ski Loppet at Hanson Hills Recreation Area featuring 22km, 11km, and 5km events. This Michigan cross country ski tradition offers both skate and classic styles on scenic loop trails.