Trail Running calendar near Milaca 2026-2027

An annual trail run along scenic Rum River trails in Milaca offering a 2 mile run/walk and a 10k. Registration opens this summer and is free and open to the public.

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 races at William O'Brien State Park on September 26, 2026 offering 50K, 25k, 10K and 5k on park trails. A low-cost 5k and optional race shirts are available; online registration runs from November 28, 2025 through September 21, 2026.

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.

A 20 miles timed hike through St. Croix State Park on October 17, 2026, highlighting fall foliage and the park's 34,000 acres along the St. Croix River. Participants receive a finisher medal and registration is offered in multiple price tie..

A 5 Mile run and a 1/3 Mile kids fun run at Jacobson's Pine Tree Apple Orchard, with mixed gravel and pavement trails, apple treats for finishers, age group awards, and certificates for apple pies.

An evening trail run on Battle Creek trails offering 5K and 10K loop options, unlit off-pavement terrain with notable climbs, day of registration at Battle Creek Rec Center, and post race food and a complimentary drink at Wabasha Brewing.

Trail running event in Lakeville on November 14, 2026 offering 3 mile, 5 mile, 10 mile and Canicross divisions. Courses use wide off road trails with rolling hills, some rocks and a short gravel section; the 5 mile route rises 525 feet.

A Thanksgiving morning 6K and 10K in St. Paul on November 26, 2026, with a tech tee, finisher medal and age group awards. The event benefits the Open Door Pantry and offers virtual participation and doorstep delivery options.

A winter survivalist 40 mile race in St. Croix State Park with ski, fat bike, and run options. Competitors carry all essential survival gear and complete two on-course skill tests during a cold Minnesota night.

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.

An annual community and military-oriented running event on April 17, 2027 at Arden Hills Army Training Site, offering a 30K foot march, 30K trail run and 5K trail run, with music, an expo and proceeds supporting veterans and military progra..

Elm Creek Backyard Ultra at Elm Creek Park Reserve uses a repeating 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner remains. The event allows crews between loops and serves as a Bronze Ticket qualifier for Bigs Backyard Team Championships.