Trail Running calendar near Waite Park 2026-2027

A community 5K and 10K on July 18, 2026 at Lion’s Park in St Croix Falls, WI, with a scenic mostly shaded course through the Wert Family Preserve. Race T shirts and medals are provided; timing clock used but not chip timed.

A trail race weekend at WI Interstate Park with 5K, 10K and a 0.5 mile kids run. Courses use Skyline and Silverbrook trails and include a view of 18 foot Silverbrook Falls, with packet pickup at the Ice Age Center.

A series of short group trail runs and hikes presented by MN Trail Run Collective and MN Brewery Running Series. Each meetup is followed by beers at a nearby taproom, with distances of 3 miles and 2.5 miles.

A community fun run at Elm Creek Park on 8/8/2026 with an hourly 5K format that can add up to 50K. All registrations benefit the Children's Minnesota Kids Cancer Fund and a virtual option with mailed swag is available.

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 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 5K run and the Walk A Mile tradition on August 15, 2026 bring people together to raise awareness about sexual violence and support survivors, with proceeds funding local advocacy, prevention education, and survivor services.

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.

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.

A trail race day in St. Croix Falls on August 29, 2026 offering Marathon, Half-Marathon and 10K on mixed single-track and paved trails, with limited online fields, aid stations, and a no-refund policy.

Backyard ultra at Lake Rebecca on September 5, 2026 in Rockford, MN. Runners complete 4.167 miles each hour and continue until they can no longer finish a loop; sauna and swim options are available after running.

Trail Loppet is an urban trail running event in Theodore Wirth Park with Half Marathon, 10K and 5K options. The day includes post race music, a free Pryes Brewing beverage and awards for top overall finishers.

Runnin' in the Ruff is an annual trail run in Milaca following trails along the Rum River. It features a 2 mile run/walk and a 10k, with free public registration opening this summer.

A trail event at Quarry Park and Nature Preserve on September 19, 2026, offering a 5K, a 2-mile walk and a kids 1K, followed by a beachside celebration with refreshments.

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 September 19, 2026, organized by True North Adventures. The event supports Wyoming Fire Relief, includes a race shirt, and lists online registration through September 18.

Trail races at William O'Brien State Park in Marine on Saint Croix, Minnesota, offering 50K, 25k, 10K and 5k on grass and singletrack. Longer distances include multiple aid stations and post race food.

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.