Trail Running calendar near Arden Hills 2026-2027

An 11 mile trail race along the Douglas State Trail in Oronoco, Minnesota celebrating its 50th anniversary. The paved rail trail is largely shaded by trees and the event includes a race gift and post race refreshments.

7MC is a trail race at Seven Mile Creek County Park in St Peter MN on August 1, 2026. It offers three distances, chip timing for 2026, t-shirt options, and volunteer opportunities on race day.

A community fundraiser ultramarathon on 8/8/2026 at Elm Creek Park where runners repeat a 5K each hour up to a 50K total. Registrations support the Children’s Minnesota Kids Cancer Fund and a virtual option is available.

Experience hilly trails and scenic park reserves in Annandale, Minnesota. Choose between a supported 50k or half marathon with on site lodging and a finish line right by Lake Sylvia.

A looped trail event at Sunfish Lake that combines timed 2.6 mile laps with a bingo card mechanic. Runners choose a 3x3 or 4x4 card and draw after qualifying loops to try to complete bingo while logging time and distance.

An alumni, family and friends run at the National Sports Center in Blaine, MN in August 2026 offering 2.5K and 5K courses around the soccer fields, with a $10 entry fee and post-race snacks.

Trail races in St. Croix Falls with marathon, half marathon and 10K courses on mixed trails and paved sections, limited to 150 online entries and open registration from Nov 28, 2025 to Aug 25, 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.

A riverside trail run in Milaca on September 19, 2026, following hills and ridges along the Rum River. Two distances are offered and registration is free and opens this summer.

A trail run at Quarry Park and Nature Preserve in Waite Park on September 19, 2026, featuring the ATS Rock Your Sole main event and a "Little Rockers" kids run; individual registration is $5 and early registrants by August 30 receive a free..

Trail Loppet stages urban trail races in Theodore Wirth Park with Half Marathon, 10K and 5K options. The event pairs on-course aid stations with a festival atmosphere, music, and a free Pryes Brewing drink for participants.

A trail race at Frontenac State Park on September 26, 2026, offering 5-mile and 10-mile courses across prairie, single-track and climbs. The event is cupless with water stations, camping in the park, and nearby hotels.

Trail races at William O'Brien State Park feature 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K options on grass and singletrack, with aid stations for the longer distances, on-site packet pickup, and an on-site Visitor Center for facilities.

Big Woods Run on September 26, 2026 in Faribault, MN offers a half marathon, 10k, 5k and a kids fun run; fees increase by registration date and registrations are nonrefundable with limited transfer options.

Experience Minnesota's largest state park on a flat trail course at St. Croix State Park. Choose from four distances including a 100K ultra featuring a climb up a historic fire tower.

Experience night trail running on the rolling grassy hills of Lake Elmo Park Reserve. Choose between 5k and 10k races or a 6 hour endurance shuffle on lit ski trails.

A 10-mile October trail race at Willow River State Park that shifts from wide trails to technical single-track with climbs, stairs, and a waterfall. Cupless event with an aid station at about 4.2 miles.

Experience a rugged trail run through the Vasaloppet Nordic Center trail system in Mora. With distances including a 10k race and family fun sessions, participants enjoy a well marked course followed by a racers lunch.

A fall trail run at Lake Elmo Park Reserve offering 10K, 5K, a kids .5-mile fun run, and a Double Up option, with aid stations every 1.5 miles, post-race bonfire and pancake breakfast, and on-site photography.

A trail event honoring Dakota people and land along Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ offering 6 hour and 12 hour loop formats, relay teams, an untimed fun run, and a Little Loopet for kids.