Trail Running calendar near Brainerd 2026-2027

A series of short group trail runs and hikes presented by MN Trail Run Collective and MN Brewery Running Series. Each meetup is followed by beers at a nearby taproom, with distances of 3 miles and 2.5 miles.

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 community event in Ashby, Minnesota on August 8, 2026 offering a 5K, a 5 mile course, and an in spirit option; the event includes clear mile markers, memorial displays, and a registration packet with a hat.

A community 5K run and the Walk A Mile tradition on August 15, 2026 bring people together to raise awareness about sexual violence and support survivors, with proceeds funding local advocacy, prevention education, and survivor services.

A trail race at Northland Arboretum on August 22, 2026 offering a Half Marathon and 10K on forested, off road trails with chip timing, aid stations, race shirts, and limited entries.

A community 5K on September 12 in Pequot Lakes that follows wooded dog trails to raise funds for shelter animals; dogs are welcome and registration includes a T-shirt, BBQ and post-run pancake breakfast.

Annual trail run in Milaca along the Rum River with a 2 mile run/walk and a 10k; registration opens this summer and is free.

Trail run and community event at Quarry Park and Nature Preserve in Waite Park on September 19, 2026. Features a 5K, a 2 mile walk, and a kids 1K as part of the Bernick's Family Fitness Series.

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 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 20 mile single loop through St. Croix State Park on October 17, 2026, with riverside views, aid stations, and a finisher medal. The event is sold out and a wait list will notify if tickets become available.

A winter survivalist event in Hinckley, MN covering roughly 40 miles by ski, run, or fat bike, with on-course survival skill tests and a strict no-refund registration policy.

Vasaloppet USA is a two-day cross-country ski event in Mora, Minnesota on February 13 and 14, 2027. Races range from a Miniloppet to 51 km, snowmaking supports consistent conditions and fluorinated ski wax is banned.

A trail event in early May at Saint John's Abbey Arboretum with 10 mile loops over varied terrain, offering 10 mile, 20 mile, and 50 kilometer options and two aid stations per loop.

A marathon presented by the St. Cloud River Runners along the Lake Wobegon Trail through Albany, Avon, St. Joseph and Holdingford. The 2027 race is set for May 8, 2027 and registration opens September 1, 2026.