Trail Running Calendar Michigan 2026-2027

Run the Mattawan Wildcat Road & Trail 5K, a spirited course from Mattawan Elementary winding through school fields into wooded trails. All finishers get a medal and proceeds support the Mattawan Public Education Foundation and Brainstrong.

Run by Tahquamenon Falls in Paradise, Michigan on August 8, 2026, with 10K, 25K and a new 50K option. Limited to 250 runners, the course showcases single track and river views, aid stations and a finisher award.

Marquette Trail 50 returns August 14 to 15, 2026 with 50 mile, 50 kilometer and a Friday kids mile. Take on rugged single track, big climbs and scenic Lake Superior shoreline for a true trail challenge.

Hit the trails at Dirty Dog Trail Run on August 15, 2026 in Midland City Forest with 10K, 5K and 1 mile options through scenic woods and creeks. Proceeds benefit Shelterhouse and SOS Animal Rescue to support pets and foster care.

Take on scenic trails and lakeside views at Seven Lakes State Park on August 15, 2026 with 3.5 mile and 7 mile courses or a virtual entry. Trail shoes are encouraged for rolling terrain and roots, and all finishers get a tech shirt, medal,..

Join the third annual Tails & Trails 5K at Independence Oaks in Clarkston for a family friendly run or walk where leashed pets are welcome. Enjoy trail scenery, a kids Cat Walk, vendors, and fundraising for local animal rescues.

Run the inaugural Crusader Cross Country Classic in Muskegon on Aug 22, 2026 a fun community 5k with a stadium finish. Open to high school teams, alumni and locals, the race has chip timing and supports MCC running programs.

Experience a spirited trail running weekend with 50 mile and 50K ultras plus marathon and half marathon options, famed for huge finisher medals and a lively post race party. Registration for 2026 is closed but a wait list will open soon.

Run scenic trails around Mott Lake and the Flint River with 3 mile, 5 mile, 12.5K and virtual options for all abilities. Race day chip timing, a tech shirt, finisher medal, awards and post race refreshments make it a fun community event.

Run Woodstock is a two day running festival in Gregory, MI on September 11 and 12, 2026 that blends forest trail races with live music, yoga and on site camping. Distances range from 5 miles to 100 miles, with peace sign medals for finisher..

Run dunes, trails, streets and waterfront in Saugatuck and Douglas at the Mt. Baldhead Challenge, choosing a 10K plus or half marathon. Conquer a 302 step climb to a scenic finish at Coghlin Park while supporting local youth programs.

Explore rugged trails and waterfall views in this scenic 9 mile out and back from Upper to Lower Tahquamenon Falls. Field limited to 100 runners, finishers get a medal and post race food near Tahquamenon Brewery.

Run a scenic 5K or challenging 10K through Peace Ranch and Pere Marquette Forest near Traverse City, Michigan. Enjoy a tshirt, timed results, medal, refreshments and post race tours while supporting veterans programs.

Get muddy at the Dirty Mitten Trail Run, a lively 5k through single track, fields and gravel roads at YMCA Camp Manitou Lin. Join Dirtfest Weekend in Middleville for scenic trails, festival vibes and great post race fun.

Tackle the Midwest Everest, a two day trail festival with 100M, 50M, 20K and 10K options on steep everesting loops and wooded single track. Fields are capped and a portion of proceeds benefit a local nonprofit; register by Sept 26, 2026.

Join Lori's Voice on September 26, 2026 in Kentwood for a timed 5K and a Kid's Run, Roll and Stroll. Enjoy a community morning while supporting families of children with neuromuscular and degenerative diseases.

Run the Campfire 5K at Skyline Camp in Almont for scenic trails, woods and panoramic high point views. Enjoy chip timing, a unique finisher medal and post race s'mores and coffee for a cozy, family friendly race day.

Tackle Michigan's fall forest trails at the Hungerford Trail Races in Big Rapids on Sep 26, 2026, with 50 Miler, 45K, and 15 Miler options. Expect winding single track, Powerlines views, and aid stations to keep you moving.

Experience the Rooted Half Marathon and 5K at Orion Oaks Park on wooded, gently rolling trails with onsite and virtual options. Dogs are welcome in the capped Doggie 5K and all finishers get swag and race day fun.

Hit the trails at the 9th annual Timber Trails 5K at Fitzgerald Park on October 10, a scenic grass, gravel and wooded course with rolling hills and live timing. All ages welcome and proceeds support Eaton County trail development.