Trail Running calendar near Vandalia 2026-2027

The Lake Michigan RTS is a unique 10k combining road, trail, and sand along the shoreline. All proceeds support pediatric oncology care. Participants must carry their own hydration and receive a premium sweatshirt and medal.

Experience a team-based cross country race on a 5K course through Richmond Park. Run with friends or get placed on a team, and enjoy a free community mile. Awards are given for top individuals and teams.

Experience a 5km obstacle mud run designed for women at the Rouch Off-Road Vehicle Park in Sturgis. This event focuses on unity and empowerment while supporting the fight against breast cancer.

Experience the diverse single track trails of Valparaiso at the Oakadoke Trail Runs. Choose between 4, 9, or 18 mile courses featuring scenic creek crossings and winding switchbacks followed by a celebratory post race meal.

Experience a hybrid course featuring both paved roads and natural trails in Mattawan Michigan. Start and finish inside the high school stadium for a unique athletic atmosphere that blends road speed with cross country grit.

Trail event at Riley Trails Park on August 15, 2026 offering a half marathon, 10K, and ruck division on wooded singletrack. Proceeds support the Egress Endurance Project's work with people recovering from addiction.

Run a chip-timed 5K or join a scavenger hunt 3K walk at St. Patrick's County Park. Everyone gets a handcrafted medallion, plus there's an egg bake breakfast and door prizes. Leashed dogs are welcome on the walk.

A community 5k trail run on the wooded trails of Salamonie Lake that starts and finishes at the Wildlife Management Pond. The event features a free pancake breakfast for participants and corn sales with proceeds supporting local interpretiv..

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.

This obstacle course race at Indiana Dunes National Park offers three distances, including a K9 event. The course features diverse terrains inspired by military landscapes. It's open to participants aged 13 and up.

The Dirty Mitten Trail Run is a 5k trail event at YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin in Michigan. It features a mix of single-track, fields, and gravel roads. This run is part of a larger weekend of off-road events.

Experience the terrain of Michigan City with a series of loop based trail races ranging from 2 miles to 50k at Tryon Farm. Run through open fields and single track dirt trails to support the Tryon Farm Institute.

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.

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.

Join a family-friendly 5K trail race and kids' event in Kentwood, Michigan, supporting Lori's Voice. All proceeds help families of children with neuromuscular diseases cover essential costs. Walk, roll, or run along neighborhood streets and..

This trail event in Holland, Michigan, features a 5K run and a 2K walk to support the cancer community. Organized by Shields of Hope, it honors individuals impacted by the disease. Participants of all backgrounds are welcome, including firs..

The Lori's Voice 5K is a trail race starting at the Kentwood Community Center. It supports families of children with neuromuscular diseases. Participants can walk, roll, or run along neighborhood trails.

Experience a series of all trail races at Dr. T. K. Lawless County Park in Michigan. Choose from a half marathon, 10k, or 5k and earn a custom technical shirt and a unique laser engraved wooden award.

Trail running and rucking on a 5K loop at Pigeon Creek County Park near West Olive, Michigan. Timed 12 hour and 6 hour events plus 10K, 5K, and ruck challenges support the Egress Endurance Project.

Experience a professional cross country course used by some of the nation's fastest athletes. This community run in Portage welcomes all participants and rewards the top 50 finishers with medals.