Trail Running calendar near Weldon Township 2026-2027

A July 4 running event at Fife Lake Elementary School offering 10K, 5K run, and 5K walk. The 10K follows the lake shoreline while the 5K courses run through downtown during local July 4 activities.

A 5K run/walk along the Bear River in Petoskey, Michigan, featuring a footbridge and riverside gravel trail with a shaded final mile; proceeds support the Northern Michigan Cancer Crusaders and awards are given by age division.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Trail races in Big Rapids, Michigan on September 26, 2026 offering 50-mile, 45K and 15-mile courses through the Manistee National Forest with marked trails and aid stations; entry fees range from $103.43 to $131.30.

A multi-distance community race in Thompsonville, Michigan featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and a 1 Mile Fun Run on the Betsie Valley Trail and ballfield. A portion of proceeds supports the Friends of the Betsie Valley Trail.

A monthlong October event with a virtual 99 kilometer challenge and in-person 2K, 5K and 10K trail races at SnowKraft Nordic, honoring lives lost to domestic violence and supporting survivors and local services.

A farm based obstacle course at Heim's Hillcrest Dairy in Algoma covers about 1.5 miles with tasks such as feeding calves and climbing over hay bales. Registration opens July 1 with an early price of $20 until September 1.

An October ultra across Michigan's Lower Peninsula with point to point 100 mile and 100K courses between Petoskey and Alpena, a Sunday 50K out and back from Alpena, and a 100 mile relay. Aid stations occur every 5 to 8 miles.