Trail Running calendar near Vandalia 2026-2027

A six hour timed night trail event at Franke Park in Fort Wayne where participants complete as many full laps as possible on a loop of paved path, gravel and single track. Lap counts are recorded on a whiteboard and electronically.

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.

An obstacle course race at Indiana Dunes National Park on September 13, 2026, featuring 10k, 5K and a K9 3.1-mile event. The course uses varied landscapes to reflect terrains associated with military service.

An obstacle adventure race at Sherman Lake YMCA in Augusta, MI for kids ages 5 to 14 with one mile and two mile courses, mud pits, water, color, and monkey bars. Adult registration and family discounts are available.

A five hour endurance event at Franke Park where runners, mountain bikers and wheelchair athletes complete as many full laps as possible on separate loops. Food and drinks are available at a central HUB and winners are top lap counts per ca..

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.

Multi-distance trail event at Tryon Farm featuring a 4 mile loop used for 2 mile, 4 mile, 8 mile, 25k and 50k races. The course mixes grassy fields and single track trails with basic aid and parking across the street.

Experience a scenic 5K trail run or walk through pine forests and restored prairies in Lowell. Enjoy live folk and rock music along the route followed by fresh homemade cinnamon rolls.

A ninth annual trail event at Deep Lake Campground in Middleville, MI offering 10k(ish), 25k and 50k on rolling single track loops. Pricing includes a long sleeve tech shirt or a Switchback Endurance buff and nearby camping is available.

Trail running through Fenn Valley vineyards on October 3, 2026, with a timed, challenging 5K and an untimed 1 mile course amid harvest sights and smells.

Experience an ultra running tradition in Albion Indiana through the IGNITE Trail Series. Choose between 50, 100, or 150 mile distances on a 25 mile loop course with pacer options for the longer distances.

A community event in Kentwood with a professionally timed 5K trail race and a 1-mile kids run raising funds for families of children under 21 with neuromuscular and degenerative diseases.

A community trail event on October 10, 2026 in Holland, Michigan honoring first responders and people affected by cancer. Options include a 5K Run or Walk and a 2K Walk on a scenic course that includes a hill.

A professionally timed 5K trail race in Kentwood on October 10, 2026, supporting families of children under 21 with neuromuscular and degenerative diseases; includes Captain and Angel registrations and volunteer roles.

Trail races at Lawless Park in Vandalia, Michigan on an all trail course through forest, streams and lakes. Distances include a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a 1K kids run with chip timing and on course aid.

Timed trail running and ruck challenges at Pigeon Creek County Park supporting the Egress Endurance Project. Multiple options span 3 hour to 12 hour formats plus 5K and 10K on a 5K loop.

A community 5K cross-country run at Portage on October 10, 2026, using the local high school course. Pre-registration includes a race t-shirt; top 50 finishers receive medals.

A 5K trail race at Fallasburg Park in Lowell, MI on October 11, 2026, featuring fast, flowy trails, a historic covered bridge and riverside running. Chip timing is used and postrace donuts and cider are provided.

Timed 6, 12 and 24 hour events on the dirt and grass trails of St. Patrick's County Park in South Bend with on-site overnight amenities and proceeds donated to the ALS community.

A two-loop trail run at Stoney Run County Park on November 14, 2026, over mixed surfaces with on-course aid stations. Packet pick-up includes a raffle and memorabilia sales, with proceeds benefiting the park.