Trail Running calendar near Elk River 2025-2026

We have found 9 Trailruns within 80 miles of Elk River. See below where and when you can find the races.

Test your grit in the St. Croix 40 Winter Ultra, an overnight 40 mile survival race through snowy St. Croix State Park. Run, ski, or fat bike while carrying all essential gear and proving your winter survival skills on course.

February 2026

Join the Bingo Challenge Races at Eagle Point Lake for looped trail running where fast 3.5 mile laps earn bingo balls. Choose 5k, 10k or longer bingo formats and test your pace, strategy and grit on scenic singletrack.

April 2026

Join the Norwegian Foot March and Trail Run at Arden Hills AHATS on April 18, 2026, offering 30K and 5K options. Support Minnesota military and veteran programs while enjoying timed courses, expo displays and a race shirt.

May 2026

Take on scenic equestrian trails at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve with 6K, 12.5K, 25K and 50K options through rolling hills, prairies and woodlands. Packed dirt and grassy paths, lakeside views and aid stations make for a memorable trail day.

CityTrail Loppet is a point to point trail run through Theodore Wirth Park that finishes at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, offering three distances over varied terrain. Celebrate with music, food and a free beer for 21 plus runners.

July 2026

Celebrate July 4 with the Afton Trail Run at Afton State Park, offering 25K and 50K routes through scenic trails along the St Croix River. Expect challenging singletrack, river views, and a festive trail running atmosphere.

August 2026

Enjoy scenic, technical trails in St Croix Falls with marathon, half marathon and 10K options over rolling hills, bridges and single track. Limited to 150 online entries, this intimate event features full aid stations and a full color finis..

October 2026

Experience scenic trails through forests, rivers, and prairie at St. Croix State Park near Hinckley on October 3, 2026. Choose from 11K to 100K, including a mid run climb of a historic fire tower, with food and camping at race HQ.