Trail Running Calendar Michigan 2025-2026

The Fallasburg 5K Trail Race will take place in Lowell on Sunday 12 October 2025.

The 13 Ghosts Half Marathon, 13K, and 4 Mile Trail Run is a thrilling running event scheduled for October 12, 2025, at Addison Oaks County Park in Leonard, Michigan. Participants can choose from three distances: a half marathon, a 13K, or a 4-mile run/walk, all set within a scenic park environment f..

The Will Run for Coffee/Beer 5k is a unique running event held in Owosso, Michigan, starting at the Fitness Coliseum. Participants can choose between two 5k races—one themed around coffee and the other around beer—or a shorter 1.5-mile walk suitable for all ages, dogs, and strollers. The 5k course f..

The West Side Donut Dash is a 5K trail run held at The Highlands Blandford Nature Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The event features a new race course through scenic trails with natural obstacles like tree roots and small stumps, offering a challenging and engaging experience for participants. In..

The 9th Annual Trick or Trot 5K Trail Run/Walk is a festive event taking place in Sanford, Michigan, supporting the Meridian Band Department. Participants can enjoy a Halloween-themed trail run or walk on the cross country course at Meridian Early College High School. The event features awards for t..

Dragons in the Woods is an exciting 5k run/walk event taking place in Holt, Michigan, on the scenic trails of Birchfield Park. Celebrating its 12th season, this event welcomes both seasoned runners and families looking to enjoy a day outdoors. Proceeds from the race benefit Island City Academy, a lo..

The Great Turtle Trail Run is a scenic running event held annually on Mackinac Island, Michigan, typically during the last open weekend of the season in late October. The event features a challenging half marathon (13.1 miles) and a 5.7-mile run and walk, both courses showcasing the island’s beautif..

The Legend Trail Run is an exciting running event taking place at Sleepy Hollow State Park, featuring three race distances: 5 miles, 10 miles, and a half marathon (13.1 miles). Set in a picturesque landscape of 2,600 acres of hardwood forest and grasslands, the course offers a mostly grass-covered r..

The 50K.U.M is an ultra running event held at the Michigan Technological University Tech Trails in Houghton, Michigan. It offers two race distances: a 25K single loop and a 50K double loop course through scenic wooded trails. The 50K race starts in the dark, requiring participants to use headlamps f..

The Ultra Bird 12hr Trail Race, held in West Olive, Michigan, features timed ultra-distance events on scenic 5K loops at Pigeon Creek County Park. Participants can choose from 12-hour and 6-hour runs, as well as new ruck challenges where competitors carry weighted vests or rucksacks for 3 or 6 hours..

The Woldumar Trail Run, taking place at Woldumar Nature Center in Lansing, MI, invites runners, walkers, and nature lovers to enjoy a scenic fall experience on November 2, 2025. This annual event features a 5K Trail Run and the Delta Dental Muskrat Mile, promoting outdoor education and environmental..

The Veterans' Honor Run: 22 Hours of Tribute is a unique endurance event held in Canton, Michigan, featuring a 22-hour ultra run, a virtual ultra option, and a 5k race. The ultra challenges participants to complete as many loops as they wish on a roughly 1-mile paved course around Heritage Park, whi..

The Dirty Duel Trail Race, held at Robinette’s Trails in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a challenging and unique 5K event offering two course options: the Short & Brutal (3.1 miles) featuring steep climbs, roots, and off-trail running, and the Long & Difficult (3.4 miles) with more mileage, twists, and..

The Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon and 7.5 Mile race is a popular Thanksgiving weekend trail running event held at Proud Lake State Recreation Area in Commerce Township, Michigan. This late-morning race offers runners the choice between a half marathon and a 7.5-mile distance on well-groomed tra..

The Bad Santa Trail 5K is a festive running event taking place at Addison Oaks County Park in Leonard, Michigan. Participants can enjoy a scenic 5K run or walk along a mix of dirt and blacktop trails, featuring charming rolling hills. The event embraces the winter elements, with potential snow, ice,..

The Noquemanon Ski Marathon is a premier cross-country skiing event held in Marquette County, Michigan, and organized by the Noquemanon Trail Network. Recognized as one of the Midwest's most epic ski races, it features challenging courses that showcase the region's scenic winter landscape. The event..

The Winterläufe - The Winter Race is an annual charity running event held in Frankenmuth, Michigan, organized by the Frankenmuth Jaycees. Participants can choose from various events, including an 8K run and walk, as well as Economy options for those looking to save on registration fees. The race fea..

The Winter Trail Fest Half Marathon and 5 Mile race, organized by Trivium Racing, takes place at Island Lake State Recreation Area in Brighton, Michigan. Scheduled for February 14, 2026, this event challenges runners with winter trail conditions, embracing the cold and snow for a true "WTF" experien..

The Winter Trail Fest 13.1 Mile Westside is a challenging winter trail race held at Yankee Springs in Middleville, Michigan. Participants can choose between a half marathon or a 5-mile race, with options for virtual races and ruck divisions. The event is known for its tough conditions, including a r..