Trail Running calendar near Detroit Lakes 2026-2027

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.

An evening chip timed 5K in Moorhead on August 12 starting and finishing at Junkyard Brewing Moorhead with a race shirt, commemorative glass and one beer included.

A backyard ultra in McLeod, ND with a loop of about 4 miles 880 feet (6.7056 km). Runners start each lap together once per hour and the last runner to complete a lap wins.

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.

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.

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 one-loop trail run of 4.167 miles plus a Last One Standing endurance event where runners repeat the same loop hourly until only one remains. Registration opens April 9 and closes July 13, 2026.

Trail event at Maplewood State Park near Pelican Rapids with a 7K, a 1-mile hike and a 200 yard kids run; proceeds support Health Resources Center.