Trail Running calendar near Saugatuck 2026-2027

A community 5K run/walk around Reeds Lake in East Grand Rapids on July 4, 2026, presented by the East Grand Rapids Community Foundation. Family friendly with on-site and early packet options and proceeds supporting the foundation.

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.

A 5K trail event at North Lake Park in Stevensville MI that raises funds for Alzheimer’s causes. The event is not timed and awards prizes to the three participants who catch the most deer flies using Tred Not Deerfly patches.

Trail race at Cannonsburg Ski Area near Belmont, MI, offering 5K, 10K, 25K and 50K on loops that include single-track and a climb on the ski hill. Organized by Switchback Endurance; a tech shirt is included for registrations by June 25.

Races in Ionia, MI on July 16, 2026 featuring 5 km and 1 mile distances. Courses start on Main Street, connect trail systems, and pass through the Free Fair with top five overall and age category medals awarded.

A community road and trail event in Downtown Dowagiac on July 17, 2026, offering a 5K, 10K and 1 mile family run along roads, a golf course, a cemetery and college trails. Proceeds are split between cancer research and a scholarship fund.

Two days of Spartan obstacle races at Cannonsburg Ski Area near Grand Rapids offering Sprint 5 km, Super 10 km and kids races across steep trails, bridges and water crossings with multiple on-course obstacles.

A 10K along the Lake Michigan shoreline combining road, hilly trails and soft dune sand in Laketown Township. Participants must carry their own hydration and proceeds support P.O.R.T.

Team based cross country meet on a 5K course at Richmond Park in Grand Rapids. Includes team and individual registration, a free untimed 1 mile community run and awards sponsored by Gazelle Sports.

A weekend of trail running at Jazz Blueberry Farm in Shelby Michigan featuring 5K, 10K, a 1 Mile fun run and a 24 hour team relay with onsite camping and team sizes from 1 to 10 runners.

Trail runs of 5K and 10K through pine forest and creek ridges in Whitehall, Michigan on July 25, 2026. The event includes a free kids run, award categories, a discounted pancake breakfast and festival activities.

Muddy Princess Michigan is a women only 5K obstacle mud run at Rouch Off-Road Vehicle Park on July 26, 2026. The course includes more than 18 obstacles and welcomes participants aged seven and up to run, jog or walk.

A *5K* trail race on White Cloud High School’s cross country course, routed through woods and fields with both flat and hilly sections. The event is held at the elementary school behind the high school in White Cloud, Michigan.

The 16th annual Mattawan Wildcat Road & Trail 5K features a mixed road and trail course across the Mattawan campus with more paved sections and a loop around the new track and stadium. Food and drinks follow the race and dogs are not al..

Trail running and rucking on Riley Trails in Holland, MI, with half marathon, 10K, and ruck options. Registration closes Aug 12 and 100% of proceeds support the Egress Endurance Project.

A 5K chip-timed run and a 3K scavenger-hunt walk through St. Patrick's County Park featuring trail terrain, participant medallions, post-event refreshments, awards by age group, and proceeds that support park programs.

A first annual cross country meet at Muskegon Catholic Central with high school races and an open alumni and community 5K; proceeds benefit MCC cross country and track and field programs.

Experience a unique multi-terrain race through the scenic sand dunes and woodland trails of Western Michigan. Scale the iconic steps of Mt. Baldhead and celebrate your achievement at a festive post-race party in downtown Saugatuck.

Sherman Lake YMCA Kids ROAR in Augusta, MI on September 13, 2026 is an obstacle adventure race for children ages 5 to 14. It features 1 and 2 mile courses with mud pits, water, color, obstacles and monkey bars.

A 5k trail run at YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin in Middleville, Michigan, featuring single track, fields, and gravel roads as part of Dirtfest Weekend. Completing this run plus two other Dirty Mitten events earns a commemorative piece of swag.