Trail Running calendar near Defiance 2025-2026

The Chilly Chili Trail Run is a winter running event taking place at Ouabache State Park in Bluffton, Indiana. Scheduled for February 1, 2025, participants can choose between a 3-mile "Just For Fun" run or a more competitive 5-mile trail run. All registrants will receive a long sleeve t-shirt and en..

The Frozen Trailfest is an exciting outdoor event taking place at Franke Park in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Participants can choose from three events: a 10K Trail Run, a 20K Mountain Bike Ride, and a 10K Wheelchair race, all designed to challenge athletes on the park's frozen singletrack trails. Registrat..

The Glacial Esker 6-12-24 Hour Trail Race is a timed running event taking place in Albion, Indiana, from April 26 to April 27, 2025. Participants can choose from four race options: a 6-hour, a 12-hour (with both morning and evening starts), and a 24-hour race. The course is a 3.55-mile loop featurin..

The Armed Forces Endurance Run (AFER) is a unique endurance event designed to honor active duty service members and veterans, with a focus on a different military branch each year; this year, it honors the Marines. Set in Bixler Lake Park, Kendallville, IN, participants can choose from 6, 12, or 24-..

The Huron 100 is an endurance running event scheduled for June 7, 2025, featuring a 100-mile race and a 50-mile option. Both races traverse the scenic Huron River Watershed, incorporating trails through six state recreation areas, two metro parks, and one county park. The Huron 100 consists of 80% t..

The Tree Trail Trot is a scenic 5K trail run set in the picturesque Salamonie Lake area, part of Indiana's Department of Natural Resources State Parks. Participants will enjoy a beautiful course that winds through gently rolling, wooded trails, starting and finishing at the Wildlife Management Pond ..

The Heritage 13.1 & 50K Trail Run is an annual running event held at Heritage Park in Adrian, Michigan, showcasing the beauty of fall colors. Participants can choose between a half marathon (13.1 miles) and a 50K ultramarathon, both featuring scenic trails with minimal pavement. The event emphasizes..

The Flag City Backyard Ultra is a unique last-man-standing running event held at the Findlay Reservoir in Ohio. Participants must complete a 4.3-mile loop every hour, continuing until only one runner remains. The course is designed to be straightforward, with no elevation gain or obstacles, ensuring..

The Meecheway 5K Trail Run - Color Run Edition, organized by the Black Swamp Area Council, is set to take place in Defiance, Ohio, on October 11, 2025. This vibrant event aims to unite the community in support of Scouting programs and Camp Lakota. Participants can run or walk the trail, with all pro..

The Indiana Trail 100 is a prominent event in the Ignite Trail Series, featuring ultra-distance races of 100 miles, 75 miles, and 50 miles. Scheduled for October 11-12, 2025, at Chain O’Lakes State Park in Albion, Indiana, this race attracts participants of various skill levels. Registration opens o..