Trail Running calendar near Waite Park 2026-2027

Inaugural Mightyssippi on June 6, 2026 features a 10-mile, a new 5K, and a two-person 5-mile relay along the Mississippi River in St. Paul, with routes through Hidden Falls Park and a finish at Upper Landing Park.

A chip timed 5 kilometer trail loop at French Regional Park in Plymouth, Minnesota on June 17, 2026. The course is wide and non-technical with about 210 feet of elevation gain, no midcourse water stop, and a 425 runner field limit.

A community Juneteenth Fun Run on June 20, 2026 at Theodore Wirth Park in Minneapolis, offering a free 5K and a kids half mile, organized by the Loppet Foundation with community partners to mark Juneteenth.

Mud Factor returns to Dayton, Minnesota on June 20th, 2026 for its 15th year. The all-ages mud run features Adult and KIDZ Family waves, festival-area spectator access, and requires a signed waiver and photo ID for adult participants.

A low-cost, low-key running event at Dean Makey School Forest on June 20, 2026 where runners can complete one or more 5 km loops during daylight. The course is marked, basic amenities are provided, and a smoother route option exists.

Tough Mudder Twin Cities in Hugo Minnesota on June 27 2026 offers 5K and 15K mud courses plus an Infinity multi lap option, finisher items, spectator access, and group packages.

Trail races at Kensington Runestone Park featuring a chip-timed 7K and a 1-mile kids run; pre-registration by June 13 includes a T-shirt and proceeds support local Nordic programs.

A chip-timed 7 mile loop at Lebanon Hills Regional Park in Eagan, Minnesota, run on single and double track with a water stop about 5 km in. Field limit 425 and an entry fee of $30 plus registration fees; post-race pizza and refreshments.

Trail-based Backyard Ultra in Maple Grove offering hourly 5K loops up to 50K with in-person and virtual options; all registration fees benefit Children's MN Cancer Fund and the 50K carries RRCA championship status.

Experience hilly trails and scenic park reserves in Annandale, Minnesota. Choose between a supported 50k or half marathon with on site lodging and a finish line right by Lake Sylvia.

A looped trail event at Sunfish Lake that combines timed 2.6 mile laps with a bingo card mechanic. Runners choose a 3x3 or 4x4 card and draw after qualifying loops to try to complete bingo while logging time and distance.

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 combining a timed 3.2 mile trail run and a one mile Walk in Heels to support Sexual Assault Services. Medals are awarded by age group, with a T shirt purchase option and family friendly activities.

A trail race at Northland Arboretum on August 22, 2026 offering a Half Marathon and 10K on forested, off road trails with chip timing, aid stations, race shirts, and limited entries.

Trail races in St. Croix Falls offering Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K routes across single track, gravel and paved surfaces. Online entry is limited to 150 runners and closes August 25, 2026.

An urban trail running event in Theodore Wirth Park with Half Marathon, 10K and 5K courses. The finish area includes music and a complimentary Pryes Brewing beverage, and proceeds support the Loppet Foundation.

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 and a kids race at Quarry Park and Nature Preserve in Waite Park, MN on September 19, 2026; individual registration is $5 through September 18 and early registrants by September 1 receive a free shirt.

Heroes on the Hill is a patriotic endurance challenge at Buck Hill in Burnsville, MN on September 19, 2026. Participants climb a one mile loop repeatedly to support mental health awareness and suicide prevention, with proceeds directed to c..

A community 5k in Wyoming, MN on Sept 19, 2026 supporting Wyoming Fire Relief. Entry is $30 and includes a cotton race shirt; online registration runs through Sept 18, 2026.