Minnesota
Minnesota Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Minnesota for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 69 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Minnesota below and join the trail community at these great events!
August 2026
Trail races at Camden State Park near Lynd MN offering 10, 7, and 3 mile courses with chip timing, a participant neck gaiter, and a points series.
Inaugural Grow Wild Trail Run at Northland Arboretum on August 22, 2026 offering a Half Marathon and 10K on off road trails with proceeds supporting the Arboretum.
Clothing optional 5K and 1 mile thirsty/beer mile at Oakwood in Stacy, Minnesota, held August 22, 2026. Adults 18 or older may participate, and the beer mile requires age 21 or older.
A nine-race trail series across the Twin Ports from August to October 2026 featuring short woodland singletrack courses and free entry with optional donations.
September 2026
Experience a scenic trail race through the hills and prairies of Cottage Grove on unpaved cross country ski paths. Choose between the single loop 5k or the double loop 10k for a diverse multi terrain running experience.
Backyard ultra at Lake Rebecca near Rockford, MN where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop every hour; includes sauna and post-run swim options.
Nine short trail races across the Twin Ports from August to October 2026, with distances from 6 km to 11 km, free entry and a final potluck with prizes.
Trail races on the Superior Hiking Trail in Minnesota offering 100 mile, 50 mile and 26.2 mile options on Sept 11 and 12, 2026 along the North Shore.
A dog friendly 5K trail trek at The Babinski Foundation in Pequot Lakes with a free T shirt, BBQ and postrun pancake breakfast; early bird registration available.
Nine short trail races across the Twin Ports from August to October 2026, 6 to 11 km each; free entry, donations welcome, final race includes a potluck and prizes.
A two day ultrafest in Moorhead on September 18 and 19, 2026 offering 3, 6, 12 and 24 hour run and ruck events on a roughly 5 mile lap with aid stations, finisher items, and awards including buckles for 100 mile and 100k finishes.
An urban trail running event in Theodore Wirth Park offering Half Marathon, 10K and 5K with on course aid stations, athlete tracking and a finish line festival.
Trail races along the Red River on September 19, 2026 with a USTF certified course, finish-line awards, post-race snacks and over $1,000 in door prizes.
A free annual trail run on Milaca Trails along the Rum River offering a 2 mile run or walk and a 10k on Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Rec Park.
Trail run at Quarry Park with a 5K, 2-mile walk and kids 1K, $5 entry and a beachside celebration at Swimming Quarry #11.
Patriotic endurance event at Buck Hill where participants complete laps on a one mile loop to raise funds for mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
Sunrise 5K in Wyoming, MN on September 19, 2026 is a community 5K on the Sunrise Trails with proceeds benefiting Wyoming Fire Relief.
Nine short trail races across the Twin Ports from August to October with free entry, woodland singletrack courses, and a final potluck with prizes.
Trail races of 5 and 10 mile length through Frontenac State Park featuring varied single track, prairie, climbs, and cupless aid stations.
Trail races at William O'Brien State Park near Marine on Saint Croix offering 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K with aid stations, finish prints, and race-day registration options.