Trail Running calendar near Frontenac 2026-2027

An 11 mile trail race on the Douglas State Trail in Oronoco on August 1, 2026. The course runs on paved rail trail under a tree canopy, celebrates a 50th anniversary, and includes a race gift plus post race refreshments.

A trail event in La Crosse, Wisconsin featuring a timed 4.15 mile loop where each runner has up to one hour to finish. Entry options include individual, 2 to 3 person teams, 4 to 6 person teams, and a single-lap entry.

Mountain trail running at Mt. La Crosse on August 7, 2026, with sprint, a 2 mile 1000' vertical run, a ruck challenge, and a kids race.

A community ultramarathon format that invites running a 5K each hour up to 50K while raising funds for the Children’s Minnesota Kids Cancer Fund; virtual participation and family-friendly options are available.

A 5k fun run at Forgotten Star Brewing Co. in Fridley, MN with options to run, walk, or jog and a finish-line celebration, organized by Minnesota Brewery Running Series.

Lyndon Ellefson 5K Trail Run is a 5 kilometer trail race set for Saturday, August 8, 2026. A race brochure and online registration are listed for the event.

A backyard style bingo run around Sunfish Lake on repeated 2.85 mile loops. Runners draw bingo balls after laps finished within a 32 minute window; two card options change total distance and maximum loops.

A community alumni, family and friends 2.5K and 5K run and walk at the National Sports Center in Blaine, Minnesota. Registration runs April 20 to August 14, 2026; entry fee is $10 and light refreshments follow.

A community event at Riverwood Nature Center offering a 5K trail run and a 1 Mile nature walk with a kids scavenger hunt and a K9 unit demonstration. The 5K has a $30 entry fee and a t shirt guarantee for pre registration.

Clothing optional 5K and 1 mile thirsty/beer mile at Oakwood in Stacy, Minnesota, held August 22, 2026. Adults 18 or older may participate, and the beer mile requires age 21 or older.

Trail races in St. Croix Falls on August 29 2026 featuring marathon, half marathon and 10K on mixed single track and paved trails.

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.

Backyard ultra at Lake Rebecca on Sep 5, 2026 where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until they can no longer finish within the hour; course includes gravel, asphalt and trail.

Participate in a timed race through the scenic trails of Onalaska with distances of 13.1 miles and 3.1 miles. Enjoy a route featuring the Great River State Trail and finish with medals and donuts at Swarthout Park.

An urban trail running event in Theodore Wirth Park offering a Half Marathon, 10K and 5K, post-race music and a complimentary Pryes Brewing beverage, plus a family Field Day and race support including fluid stations and bag drop.

Patriotic endurance event at Buck Hill where participants complete laps on a one mile loop to raise funds for mental health awareness and suicide prevention.

A community 5K in Wyoming, MN on September 19, 2026, organized by True North Adventures with proceeds supporting Wyoming Fire Relief.

Trail races of 5 and 10 mile length through Frontenac State Park featuring varied single track, prairie, climbs, and cupless aid stations.

Trail races at William O'Brien State Park in Marine on Saint Croix on September 26 2026, offering 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K on grassy and wooded trails.

Big Woods Run in Faribault, Minnesota features a half marathon, 10K and 5K on a mixed roads and cross-country course near Big Woods State Park during peak fall color, with homemade cookies and soup provided for participants.