Trail Running calendar near Sanford 2026-2027

A four hour run and walk challenge on Mid Michigan College trails to honor military service, where participants complete as many roughly 4 mile loops as possible while supporting student and local veterans programs.

A community oriented, non competitive 5K on the Bath Cross Country Course honoring a longtime local teacher, with free student participation and proceeds supporting an annual memorial scholarship.

A community 5K along the Lansing River Trail starting at Lansing Shuffle on May 31, 2026, organized by the Ingham County Bar Association Young Lawyers Section. Entry includes a t-shirt if registered by May 13 and a $10 Lansing Shuffle gift..

A 2.25 miles loop run or walk through Harris Nature Center and Eastgate Park on Global Running Day. Registration fees support the Harris Nature Center Foundation and kids 10 and under are free.

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.

Spring R&R in Metamora, Michigan on June 6, 2026 combines gravel bike races and 5k and 10k runs with timed events, awards, food and drink, and camping, raising funds for youth outdoor recreation through Crank 4 A Cause.

Experience a scenic 4.5 mile route through Imlay City on the Polly Ann Trail. This event takes participants through a loop of local trails and rural roads starting and ending near the high school.

Experience smooth singletrack trails at Sleepy Hollow State Park with distances ranging from 5 miles to 50 miles. Enjoy a supported course with generous cutoffs and a post race BBQ celebration in Laingsburg.

A 5K on the Tractor Trail at Spicer Orchards in Fenton MI with in person, kids and virtual options. The in person race is chip timed and finishers can choose sweet cider or hard cider for those 21 and older.

A team trail relay on June 19-20, 2026 at Hanson Hills Recreation Area near Grayling, Michigan, covering *134.4 miles* total with onsite village amenities like glamping, food trucks, live music, and a branded Ragnar beer.

A Last Runner Standing endurance race on a one mile loop at Two Hats Ranch near Big Rapids, MI. The course features 150 feet of elevation gain, woodsy trail sections and a sandy downhill; the field is limited to 100 runners.

A 7.2 mile point to point run, walk or bike along The Edge Pathway from Hardy Dam to Croton Dam, finishing at DuChemin Park in Newaygo. Shuttle service, post-event awards, snacks and a T-shirt are provided.

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.

A community trail run and walk around Jordan Lake starting and finishing at Lakewood Middle School, featuring a 5K route, age group awards, and packet pickup at the Lake Odessa Fair with race day pickup available.

A July 4, 2026 trail running event featuring a ten mile course with varied terrain and named obstacles, plus a shorter Wimpy fun run where all finishers receive a shirt and award.

Trail running at Cannonsburg Ski Area in Belmont, Michigan with 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K options; the 10K loop mixes rolling single track with a 0.7 mile ski hill climb and descent.

A 5k mud and obstacle run at Baja Acres near Birch Run in Millington, Michigan, held in July 2026 with family and adult waves. Participants must bring a signed waiver and adults a photo ID; spectators pay a $10 festival access fee.

Community road race in Ionia, Michigan on July 16, 2026 with 5 km and 1 mile courses that run through the Free Fair on opening night. The event has awards for top finishers and a participant cap with timed registration fees.

A weekend of Spartan obstacle races at Cannonsburg Ski Area near Grand Rapids featuring Sprint, Super, and Kids Race options across rugged, varied terrain and trail features.

A backyard ultra at Holly State Recreation Area with a repeated *4.167 mile* loop each hour; runners continue until one remains. The 2026 champion earns a Silver Ticket for USA-eligible runners and on-site prize pickup is provided for nonvi..