Trail Running calendar near Sanford 2025-2026

We have found 17 Trailruns within 80 miles of Sanford. See below where and when you can find the races.

The Thumb Coast Ultra is an exciting running event taking place on April 26, 2025, in Michigan. Participants can choose from a 50-mile race, a 50K, or a 50-mile relay, all set against the stunning backdrop of Michigan's Thumb Coast. The race features a unique route that runs from Harbor Beach to Cas..

May 2025

The Fast & Furriest 5K Run/Walk, organized by the Great Lakes Bay Animal Society, is set to take place at Midland City Forest in Midland, MI. This family-friendly event features two chip-timed races: one for participants with dogs and another for those without. The course is stroller-friendly, makin..

June 2025

The Hanson Hills Challenge Trail Run is an exciting running event taking place in Grayling, Michigan. Scheduled for June 7, 2025, it features two main races: a 5-mile trail run and a 3-mile-ish trail run. The 5-mile course is hilly and designed for more experienced runners, while the 3-mile course i..

The Summer Trail Fest Ultra, Half Marathon, and 5 Miler is a scenic trail running event held at Sleepy Hollow State Park in Michigan. Taking place in June 2025, it offers well-groomed trails with generous cutoff times, making it suitable for beginners and seasoned athletes alike. Participants can ch..

Two Hats One Mile is an endurance race held on June 28, 2025, at Two Hats Ranch in Big Rapids, Michigan. The event features a last-person-standing format on a one-mile loop with varied terrain, including woodsy trails and sandy sections. Participants must be at least 14 years old and will compete in..

July 2025

The Dirty Burg is an exciting running event taking place at Cannonsburg Ski Area in Southwest Michigan. Participants can choose from various distances, including 50K, 25K, 10K, and 5K, with the course featuring a scenic 10K loop that combines rolling single track trails and a challenging ski hill. T..

The Ode to Laz Michigan Backyard Ultra is an exciting endurance running event held in Holly, MI, where participants tackle a 4.167-mile loop trail. This unique race format allows runners to complete as many laps as possible within an hour, with the last runner standing declared the winner. The event..

September 2025

The Hungerford Trail Races is a scenic trail running event held in the Manistee National Forest in northern Michigan. It features three race distances: 15 miles, 45K, and 50 miles, catering to runners of various skill levels. The course includes challenging terrain, winding single-tracks, and the no..

The Midwest Everest is a challenging running event taking place in Belmont, Michigan, featuring a 100-mile ultra marathon, a 50-mile race, and shorter distances of 10K and 20K. Set against the backdrop of Cannonsburg Ski Hill, participants will face over 30,000 feet of ascent and descent, making it..

October 2025

The Bear Lake Ultra is a unique 24-hour running event taking place at Bear Lake Camp in Lapeer, Michigan. Participants can run or walk as many loops as they desire on a scenic 3.1-mile course featuring rolling hills and various terrains. Registration includes a hooded sweatshirt, a Friday night dinn..

The Timber Trails 5K Run/Walk is an annual event hosted by Eaton County Parks and Recreation, taking place at Fitzgerald Park in Grand Ledge, Michigan. This scenic race features a slightly challenging course that includes grass, gravel roads, and wooded trails, making it a perfect way to enjoy a fal..

The 9th Annual Trick or Trot 5K Trail Run/Walk is a festive event taking place in Sanford, Michigan, supporting the Meridian Band Department. Participants can enjoy a Halloween-themed trail run or walk on the cross country course at Meridian Early College High School. The event features awards for t..

The Will Run for Coffee/Beer 5k is a fun and engaging running event scheduled for October 18, 2025, in Owosso, Michigan. Participants can choose between a 5k run for coffee or beer, or a shorter 1.5-mile walk. The race starts at Fitness Coliseum and follows a scenic loop along the Shiawassee River T..

Dragons in the Woods is an exciting 5k run/walk event taking place in Holt, Michigan, on the scenic trails of Birchfield Park. Celebrating its 12th season, this event welcomes both seasoned runners and families looking to enjoy a day outdoors. Proceeds from the race benefit Island City Academy, a lo..

The Legend Trail Run is an exciting running event taking place at Sleepy Hollow State Park, featuring three race distances: 5 miles, 10 miles, and a half marathon (13.1 miles). Set in a picturesque landscape of 2,600 acres of hardwood forest and grasslands, the course offers a mostly grass-covered r..

November 2025

The Woldumar Trail Run, taking place at Woldumar Nature Center in Lansing, MI, invites runners, walkers, and nature lovers to enjoy a scenic fall experience on November 2, 2025. This annual event features a 5K Trail Run and the Delta Dental Muskrat Mile, promoting outdoor education and environmental..

February 2026

The Winterläufe - The Winter Race is an annual charity running event held in Frankenmuth, Michigan, organized by the Frankenmuth Jaycees. Participants can choose from various events, including an 8K run and walk, as well as Economy options for those looking to save on registration fees. The race fea..