Trail Running Calendar Minnesota 2025-2026

Celebrate the season at Turkey Trot St Paul on November 27, 2025 at Upper Landing Park with live 6K and 10K races or virtual 5K, 10K and half marathon options. Grab a tech shirt and finisher medal while supporting the Open Door Food Shelf.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with the Turkey Day Trail Trot at Battle Creek Regional Park in Saint Paul with 3K, 5K and 10K trail distances. All participants get a custom long sleeve event shirt amid rolling trails and variable weather.

Storm the Bluffs in Minnesota City on Dec 6, 2025 invites trail runners, mountain bikers and duathletes to tackle scenic bluffs and trails. This nonprofit event supports youth mental health and offers 5K, 15K and duathlon relay options.

Join the Chester Rim 5K at Chester Park in Duluth for a scenic loop along the Chester Rim Trail, dropping into waterfalls and a gorge. This winter trail run on packed snow offers a beautiful, challenging outing for trail lovers.

Run snowy fat bike trails in Duluth at the Northwoods Winter Trail Marathon and Half Marathon, with elevated routes offering city and Lake Superior views. Snowshoe divisions and series rewards make this a memorable winter challenge.

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 grit in the St. Croix 40 Winter Ultra, an overnight 40 mile survival race through snowy St. Croix State Park. Run, ski, or fat bike while carrying all essential gear and proving your winter survival skills on course.

Run a scenic winter 10K through packed fat bike trails in Duluth's Hartley Park, with a snowshoe division for a fun snowy twist. Part of the Duluth Winter Trailrunning Series, this race delivers winter trail vibes and friendly competition.

Take on Arrowhead 135, a 135 mile winter ultra in Minnesota where you can bike, ski, or run across the snowmobile trail. Brave extreme cold and remote beauty in a volunteer run event that supports local charities.

Take on the Frozen 4 Hour & 5K in Lester Park, Duluth on Saturday February 7, 2026. Choose a speedy 5K or a 4 hour endurance challenge on packed snow trails with a festive finish.

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.

Tackle the Zumbro Endurance Run, a multi distance trail running weekend at Zumbro Bottoms in Minnesota on April 10 and 11, 2026. Choose from 17, 34, 50 or 100 mile routes through scenic trails and enjoy a friendly, well supported race atmos..

Join the Norwegian Foot March and Trail Run at Arden Hills AHATS on April 18, 2026, offering 30K and 5K options. Support Minnesota military and veteran programs while enjoying timed courses, expo displays and a race shirt.

Tackle scenic trails and river crossings at Whitewater State Park near Altura MN, with routes from 5 km to 50 km to suit all trail runners. Part of the Storm Trail Race Series, proceeds support youth mental health and scholarships.

Take on scenic equestrian trails at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve with 6K, 12.5K, 25K and 50K options through rolling hills, prairies and woodlands. Packed dirt and grassy paths, lakeside views and aid stations make for a memorable trail day.

Run the scenic Superior Hiking Trail in Lutsen, Minnesota with options of 12.5K, 25K, and 50K. Hosted by ultrarunners, this lakeside trail race offers singletrack, boardwalks and epic views of Lake Superior from Carlton Peak.

CityTrail Loppet is a point to point trail run through Theodore Wirth Park that finishes at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, offering three distances over varied terrain. Celebrate with music, food and a free beer for 21 plus runners.

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.