Trail Running Calendar Minnesota 2025-2026

Take on the Northwoods Winter Marathon or Half in Duluth on January 3, 2026, tackling packed fat bike trails through Lester Park and Hawks Ridge with sweeping city and lake views. Snowshoe divisions add a fun winter twist for all ability le..

Take on the Polar Bear 5K Prediction Run in Rochester on January 3, 2026, racing against a central clock as you time your start to hit your predicted finish. No watches are allowed and the first ten to cross at the official finish time rece..

Test your cold weather skills at the St. Croix 40 Winter Ultra in St. Croix State Park, Hinckley MN, a rugged 40 mile winter challenge for runners, skiers, and fat bikers. Carry essential survival gear and complete on course skill tests to..

Hit the packed fat bike trails of Duluth's Hartley Park for a winter 10K with a snowshoe option. Join this rugged, scenic race through the heart of the park and feel the thrill of trail running in snow.

Arrowhead 135 is a 135 mile human powered ultramarathon across the Arrowhead State Snowmobile Trail in Northern Minnesota, run in extreme winter cold and wild conditions. Racers may start on foot, on skis, or by bicycle for a true test of e..

Test your winter trail grit with the Frozen 4 Hour or enjoy a brisk 5K on packed snow trails in Lester Park, Duluth. Run as many miles as you can in four hours or race the shorter route for a fun, chilly challenge.

Join the Bingo Challenge Races at Eagle Point Lake for looped trail running where fast 3.5 mile laps earn bingo balls. Choose 5k, 10k or longer bingo formats and test your pace, strategy and grit on scenic singletrack.

Race the 40th Pepsi Challenge Cup and Great River Energy Rush at Giants Ridge in Biwabik, MN on February 28, 2026 with classic and freestyle distances from 8K to 50K. Ski world class groomed trails in a family friendly Birkie qualifier.

Challenge yourself on scenic singletrack at the Zumbro Endurance Run, a multi distance trail event near Theilman MN on April 10 and 11, 2026. Choose from 17, 34, 50 or 100 mile courses in a supportive, rugged race atmosphere.

Join the Norwegian Foot March & Trail Run for challenging 30K courses and a lively 5K, open to military families, ROTC and the public. Enjoy scenic trails, awards for top finishers and proceeds supporting military and veteran programs.

Storm the Park invites runners to Whitewater State Park for scenic trail runs from 5K to 50K. Run on April 18, 2026 to challenge yourself and support youth mental health programs and scholarships.

Hit scenic equestrian trails at the Trail Mix Race on May 2, 2026 at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve in Rockford MN, with rolling hills, wetlands and wooded terrain. Distances from 6K to 50K and aid stations make it ideal for trail runners of all..

Run the Superior Spring Trail Race along the scenic Superior Hiking Trail by Lake Superior in Lutsen, Minnesota on May 16, 2026. Choose from 50K, 25K or 12.5K and enter via a lottery registration Jan 1 to Jan 15, 2026.

CityTrail Loppet invites runners to scenic urban trails in Minneapolis with 5K, 10K and 10 Mile point to point courses from Theodore Wirth Park to the Sculpture Garden. Finish festivities include music, snacks and a complimentary beer for 2..

Join the Lebanon 10KM at Lebanon Hills Regional Park in Eagan for a scenic two loop trail around Jensen Lake with rolling terrain and chip timing. Field limited to 425 runners and finishers enjoy pizza, drinks and a relaxed post race vibe.

Enjoy a scenic 5K or 10K through Carlos Creek Winery and its vineyards, with mixed paved, gravel and cross country terrain. Finish with live music, vendors and a festive awards ceremony at the tasting room.

Storm the Woods at Chester Woods Park challenges runners on scenic wooded trails and iconic Big Dam Hill with distances from 5K to 50K. Enjoy aid stations, swag and a festive finish while supporting youth mental health programs.

Running Wild at Maplewood State Park on June 13, 2026 offers a 7K trail run, LIFE Hike and kids races. Proceeds support Health Resources of Fergus Falls; finishers earn ribbons, woodallions and maple syrup.

Run scenic bluff trails above the St Croix River at the Afton Trail Run on July 4, 2026. Hosted by ultrarunners and organized by Rocksteady Running, choose 25 km or 50 km for a memorable, challenging trail experience.

Take on a scenic 7 mile loop through Lebanon Hills Regional Park, with rolling single and double track trails that showcase the park's best terrain. Enjoy chip timing, postrace pizza and beer, and a friendly community vibe at Jensen Lake.