Trail Running calendar near Traverse City 2026-2027

The Alden Run in Alden, Michigan features a 5K, 10K and a 2 Mile Fun Walk on mixed terrain and paved roads; the 5K and 10K are USATF sanctioned and proceeds support local schools and nonprofits.

A family-friendly Glitter Run at Lucky Clover Farm in Gaylord, MI, featuring a scenic 5K and a one-mile Community Loop through lavender fields. Proceeds support Ignite Dance Co.'s outreach and scholarship programs.

An annual early August race through Port Oneida’s historic farms and trails in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Distances include 5K, 10K, half marathon and a kids 1/4 mile dash on mixed trail and road surfaces.

A community event in Cadillac on August 8, 2026, featuring a professionally timed 5K and a 1-mile tribute walk. Proceeds support local veteran programs, transitional housing, and a veterans scholarship at a nearby college.

A trail event at Mt McSauba in Charlevoix on August 8, 2026, featuring a 6K course with steep climbs and single track plus a 1K kids run. Proceeds support loon protection and local outdoor education.

Trail races on August 29 and 30, 2026 offering 50 Mile, 50K, 26.2 Mile and 13.1 Mile distances. Registration is closed and a wait list will be available; organizers state the race includes notably large finisher medals.

A trail race around Boardman Lake in Traverse City offering 4 miles, 8 miles, and a two person relay on mostly paved trails with some boardwalks and bridges. All finishers receive a technical running cap and a bowl from Playa Bowls.

A two-day running weekend at Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville, MI on September 4 and 5, 2026, featuring a Friday night Legacy Art Park 5K and 5K, 10K, and half marathon options. Registration runs June 15 to August 23 with fees by distance.

A two-day trail race weekend at Crystal Mountain with Friday evening Legacy Art Park 5K and Saturday Dogman 5K, 10K, and half marathon. Registration runs June 15 to August 23 with fees listed per distance.

A community 5K trail run and a 1 mile kids fun run at Cross Country Ski Headquarters in Roscommon, Michigan. Proceeds support Sundrop School scholarships; post race refreshments and same day registration are available.

A farm-based 5K at Lavender Hill Farm in Boyne City, MI, on September 12, 2026, over hilly, unpaved terrain through lavender plots and gardens. Includes timing, a commemorative T-shirt and a handcrafted wooden finishers medal; family-friend..

An evening 5K run and walk at Cellar 1914 Winery on September 12, 2026 that follows a private course through cornfields, a corn maze and cherry orchards. Entry includes a commemorative glass, a cider or wine pour for 21 and over, chip timin..

Trail runs at Peace Ranch near Traverse City include a 5K on packed sand roads and a 10K on varied forest trails. The event is dog friendly and supports New Veterans Retreat Services and the Mustang Rehab Program.

The Hungerford Trail Races in Big Rapids, Michigan on September 26, 2026 feature 50 Miler, 45K, and 15 Miler courses through forested single-track in Manistee National Forest with aid stations along the route.

A multi-distance event on the flat Betsie Valley Trail in Thompsonville, MI featuring a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a 1 Mile Fun Run fundraiser on September 26, 2026.

Ultras and relay across Michigan's lower peninsula from Lake Michigan to Lake Huron, with point to point and virtual options.

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.

A three-day event at Crystal Mountain featuring a six mile ruck plus on-site medical, performance, recovery and physical therapy services.

Cross country ski races at Hanson Hills Recreation Area in Grayling, Michigan, featuring timed 22 km, 11 km and 5 km events with chip timing, loop courses, awards and posted results.

A team trail relay at Hanson Hills Recreation Area in June, featuring smooth single-track trails through Michigan forests and scenic bluffs. The full course is 134.4 miles total with about 16.8 miles per runner and on-site village camping a..