Trail Running Calendar Minnesota 2026-2027

Run Hartley Park 10K in Duluth on snowpacked fat bike and multi use trails, with both 10K and snowshoe options. Join the Duluth Winter Trailrunning Series for discounts and finisher awards.

Take on the Arrowhead 135, organized by volunteers, a human powered winter ultra across northern Minnesota. Choose bike, ski or foot for 135 miles of extreme cold, camaraderie and fundraising for local charities.

Brave winter trails in Duluth's Lester Park with the Frozen 4 Hour and 5K on Feb 7, 2026. Tackle a timed 4 hour loop to rack up miles on snowpacked trails or enjoy a scenic 5K through beautiful winter woods.

Run scenic loops around Eagle Point Lake in Lake Elmo and choose a 5k, 10k or the unique Bingo Card races that can stretch into ultra distances. Complete loops in under 45 minutes to draw bingo balls and chase fun on this chip timed group s..

Join the 40th Pepsi Challenge and Great River Energy Rush at Giants Ridge, Biwabik MN on Feb 28, 2026 for classic and freestyle races on 60 km of groomed trails. Choose 8K to 50K courses, with Birkie qualifier spots available.

Multi-distance trail event at Zumbro Bottoms in Theilman, Minnesota on April 10 and 11, 2026. Offers 100, 50, 34 and 17 mile races; registration opens Jan 1 and closes Apr 2 or when the field limit is reached.

An annual event at Arden Hills Army Training Site on April 18, 2026, offering a 30K foot march plus 30K and 5K trail runs, community expo, chip timing, and proceeds benefiting military and veteran programs.

Storm the Park in Altura, MN on April 18, 2026 offers trail race options from 5K up to 50K at Whitewater State Park, with course maps available and no time cutoffs for any distance.

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..

Join the free Run Minnesota Wirth Trail Classic on May 2 at Theodore Wirth Park in Golden Valley for a scenic 4 mile trail loop and fun kids races. Preregistration is required, expect possible muddy conditions and bring your trail shoes.

Trail races on the Superior Hiking Trail near Lake Superior in Lutsen Minnesota offering 50K, 25K and 12.5K on Saturday May 16, 2026. Lottery registration for 2026 opens January 1 and closes January 15.

Tackle rugged trails at Blue Mounds State Park with Pound the Mound on May 16, 2026, offering 30, 20 and 10 mile options. Register by April 30 for a guaranteed shirt and chase the Pound the Mound Stampedeer distinction for a prize.

A point-to-point urban trail run in Minneapolis with 5K, 10K and 10 Mile routes finishing at the Sculpture Garden, featuring mixed-surface trails, aid stations, live athlete tracking, post-race food and a beer option for participants 21 plu..

A rolling two-loop 10 km trail race around Jensen Lake in Eagan, Minnesota, featuring about 200 ft of elevation gain, chip timing, a midway water stop, a 425-runner field limit, and post-race refreshments.

Run through vineyards and lakeside roads at Carlos Creek Winery in Alexandria at the annual Awake the Grapes festival. Choose a 5 km or 10 km course, then enjoy live music, food, winery tastings and local brews.

The Mightyssippi 10 Mile will take place in Macalester - Groveland on Saturday 6 June 2026. You can run 10 miles.

A trail running event at Chester Woods in Eyota, Minnesota on June 7, 2026, offering 5K, 10 mile, 20 mile, and 50k options. Organized by Storm Sporting Events, a nonprofit supporting youth mental health.

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.

Celebrate Juneteenth with a community fun run at Theodore Wirth Park in Minneapolis. Free 5K and kids half mile invite families and runners of all abilities to enjoy outdoor fitness, music, and community spirit with the Loppet Foundation.

Afton Trail Run stages 25 km and 50 km trail races at Afton State Park along the St. Croix River on July 4, 2026. The event includes multiple aid stations and volunteer support and is organized by ultrarunners.