Trail Running calendar near Traverse City 2025-2026

The Waugoshance Trail Marathon, organized by Great Lakes Endurance, features a stunning course along the North Country Trail in Emmet County, Michigan. Participants can choose from three distances: a 50K, a full marathon, or a half marathon, all set against the backdrop of Lake Michigan's rolling bl..

The North Country Trail Run is a premier trail running event in the United States, featuring multiple race distances including a 50 Mile Ultra Marathon, 50K Ultra Marathon, 26.2 Mile Marathon, and a 13.1 Mile Half Marathon. Scheduled for August 23rd and 24th, 2025, this event is known for its impres..

The Manitou Trail Labor Day 5K is a fun trail run/walk held in Roscommon, Michigan, at the Cross Country Ski Headquarters. The event features a 5K race and a 1-mile Kids Fun Run, with parents encouraged to join their children in the latter. Participants receive a t-shirt (while supplies last), post-..

The Hungerford Trail Races, held near Big Rapids, Michigan, offer runners a scenic and challenging experience through the Manistee National Forest. Scheduled for late September, the event features three distances: 15 miles, 45K, and 50 miles, catering to a range of skill levels. The course showcases..

The Wolverine State 100 is an ultra-distance running event held in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, showcasing the region’s rugged beauty. The race features multiple distances: a 100-mile ultra from Petoskey to Alpena, a 100K ultra finishing in Alpena, a 50K out-and-back course based in Alpena, and a 100..

The Door County Fall 50 is a scenic 50-mile ultra marathon held in Door County, Wisconsin, running from Gills Rock to Sturgeon Bay. Scheduled for October 25, 2025, the point-to-point road race showcases the vibrant fall colors and charming villages of the area. Runners can participate solo or in rel..

The Hanson Hills Challenge Trail Run takes place in Grayling, Michigan, offering two trail running events: a 5-mile and a 3-mile-ish run. The 5-mile course is hilly and designed for runners only, while the shorter 3-mile-ish run features a relatively flat two-track trail with one uphill climb and al..