Trail Running calendar near Rochester 2026-2027

A trail race at Frontenac State Park on September 26, 2026, offering 5-mile and 10-mile courses across prairie, single-track and climbs. The event is cupless with water stations, camping in the park, and nearby hotels.

Big Woods Run on September 26, 2026 in Faribault, MN offers a half marathon, 10k, 5k and a kids fun run; fees increase by registration date and registrations are nonrefundable with limited transfer options.

A 5K trail run and walk on September 26, 2026 at Schwertel Family Farms and The Berry Market in Trempealeau WI. The course runs through a corn maze, into a valley and beside a berry patch while a portion of proceeds supports G-E-T Athletes.

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.

A fixed-time trail event in Winona, MN on October 10, 2026 where participants complete 2.50 mile loops between sunrise and sunset. Options include solo runners, up to five-person relays, a family division, meals, camping, and aid stations.

Tour de Essex on October 10, 2026 at Essex Park in Rochester MN features a trail 7k, a road 10k, and an Essex Challenge for runners who enter both. All event profits support trail maintenance.

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 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.

Hixon 50 is a two-day trail running weekend in Hixon Forest near La Crosse, Wisconsin. It offers races from a kids event and 5K and 10K up to 25K and 50K on singletrack with Mississippi River Valley views.

A time-based trail event at Whitetail Ridge where runners choose a 4 hour or 8 hour challenge on repeated five mile single-track loops, with a one mile bonus loop opening in the final hour.

A fall trail event at Tower Ridge in Eau Claire on November 8, 2026, featuring 5K, 10K and a new 15K Yeti Challenge. The race includes a post-race lunch, awards, door prizes and refreshments.

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.

Experience an off road multisport event at the Bronk Unit Plowline Trails. Choose between trail running, mountain biking, or a duathlon through the scenic bluffs of Minnesota City.

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..