Trail Running Calendar Michigan 2026-2027

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.

The Urban Trail Series features three summer Wednesday evening 5K run/walks at Bloomer Park. Series participants receive finisher medals, chip timing, and a post-race cookout with awards.

A mixed road and trail 5K in Mattawan, Michigan that starts and finishes on the high school track. The course includes dirt, grass, and road sections; food and drinks will be available at the finish and dogs are not allowed.

Experience a point to point journey through the Michigan wilderness on the Waterloo Pinckney Trail. Run through forests and meadows before celebrating at a finish line party hosted by Sandhill Crane Vineyards.

Challenge yourself on the stairs of Giant Pine Mountain. Choose from a single climb, multiple repeats, or a new combination with a trail run. This chip-timed event in Iron Mountain offers different formats for testing your endurance.

Trail runs of 50K, 25K and 10K through forest, river and waterfall terrain at Tahquamenon Falls near Paradise, Michigan, with aid stations, bused starts, on-site drop bags and awards for finishers.

Experience technical single track trails and scenic elevations in Marquette Michigan. This cupless event features 50 mile and 50 km distance options alongside a 5k and kids 1 mile run.

Run or walk with your dog through the scenic trails of Midland City Forest. This chip-timed event features 10K, 5K, and 1-mile distances on unpaved paths. Proceeds support local animal rescue and domestic violence shelter programs.

Experience a scenic trail run through the hardwood forests and lakeside paths of Seven Lakes State Park with 7 mile and 3.5 mile course options.

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.

Experience the scenic trails of Iron Mountain at the Lake Antoine Classic. Choose between running, walking, or cycling distances in this community event supporting the Special Olympics.

A community running event at Independence Oaks featuring a 5K and a Cat Walk 1K with pets welcome, on-site family activities, participant medals, and fundraising for two local animal rescues.

A cross country meet at Muskegon Catholic Central Monsignor Kehren Stadium on August 22, 2026, featuring high school races and an open alumni and community 5k. Race proceeds support MCC Cross Country and Track and Field programs.

East Lansing event on August 23, 2026 with a timed 5k on mostly grass trails and an untimed 1 mile fun run for kids. Hosted by the East Lansing Educational Foundation; registration fees apply.

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.

Experience the Midland City Forest trails by day or night at the 10th annual Red Moon Trail Run. Choose from various distances marked by LED guides on a flat loop course with professional timing and finisher medals.

Loop the Lake is a scenic trail race around Boardman Lake near Traverse City. Choose from a 4-mile run/walk, an 8-mile run, or a 2-person relay on a course featuring pavement, boardwalks, and bridges. All participants receive a technical ca..

Run a scenic 12.5K on the flat, paved Flint River Trail past Mott Lake and Stepping Stone Falls. Registration includes chip timing, a finisher medal, and a custom shirt. The event starts at Bluebell Beach in Flint.

Run Woodstock is a two day trail running festival in Gregory, MI on September 11 and 12, 2026. It features races from 5 miles to 100 miles, on-site camping, live music and yoga, with finisher medals and event merchandise.

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.