Trail Running calendar near Saint Paul 2026-2027

A trail race at Frontenac State Park on September 19, 2026, offering 5 mile and 10 mile courses through prairies and single track. The cupless event provides water at start and finish and a midcourse aid station on the 10 mile route.

A weekend of urban trail running and youth activities in Theodore Wirth Park, Minneapolis. Sunday offers a Half Marathon, 10K and 5K that finish at Utepils Brewing with music and a free Utepils drink; Saturday features untimed kids runs and..

Experience rugged singletrack and grassy loops at William O'Brien State Park with distances from 5K to 50K. Choose a challenging 50K double loop or enjoy shorter 5K and 10K races with a friendly park finish.

Run scenic forest, river and prairie trails through Minnesota's largest state park at the Fire Tower Trail Races. Choose from 11K to 100K courses, with 50K and 100K runners climbing a historic fire tower during the race.

Tackle a scenic 10 mile trail at Willow River State Park in Hudson WI on Oct 10, 2026, with single track, rolling hills, stair climbs, and waterfall views. A midpoint aid station keeps you fueled for this crisp autumn adventure.

Trail races and family activities in Mora Minnesota include a timed 10K, a 5K fun run, and kids races; proceeds support snow-making and trail operations at the Vasaloppet Nordic Center.

Celebrate fall at The Great Pumpkin Chase on Oct 11, 2026 at Lake Elmo Park Reserve with scenic trails, rolling hills and 5K, 10K and kids fun runs plus a Double Up option. Stick around for a post race bonfire and pancake breakfast.

Join the Red Yeti Rampage, a festive fall trail run at Tower Ridge in Eau Claire featuring 5K, 10K and a new 15K Yeti Challenge. Walkers and hikers are welcome and every finisher enjoys post race lunch, awards and door prizes.

Run The Ritter on November 14, 2026 in Lakeville Minnesota offers 3, 5 and 10 mile distances and a Canicross division. Enjoy rolling off road trails on scenic looped courses for a fun fall challenge suitable for all abilities.

Run or walk the Turkey Trot St. Paul on Thanksgiving morning to support The Open Door food shelf. Participate in person at Upper Landing Park or virtually, earn a tech shirt and finisher medal while fundraising for a great cause.

A roughly 40 mile winter survivalist race in St. Croix State Park where participants travel by foot, ski, or fat bike carrying required survival gear and complete two on-course skill tests.