Trail Running calendar near Toledo 2026-2027

Ode in the Snow invites runners to tackle a technical 4.17 mile loop in various formats, from 5k to an on site or virtual eight hour Backyard ultra. Cold weather camaraderie, unique prizes and rugged trails await.

Hit winter trails at Island Lake State Recreation Area on Feb 14 for Winter Trail Fest East, with half marathon and 5 mile options for runners and ruckers. Finishers get a cozy hoodie, medal, chip timing, post race food and awards.

Run trail or paved routes at the Hootie Hoo in Shelby Township, and test yourself with the double option that pairs both courses. Enjoy a tech shirt or cap, a wooden finisher gift with seed packet, post race refreshments and a coffee truck.

Run the 39th Trail Weekend at Pinckney State Recreation Area, a hilly loop course with distances up to 50K. Finish with a custom medal, bonfires, beer and live music while supporting the John Rogucki Memorial Fund.

Enjoy lakefront views and well kept trails at the Crooked Lake Trail Run in Independence Oaks, offering a 2.3 Mile, 5K, 10K and a virtual option for all paces. Chip timing, custom race shirt and finisher medal plus free photos and post race..

Inaugural Badlands Race Series at Island Lake, Brighton MI on May 16 to 17 2026 offers Nightfall 50K, Overnight 100K and Daybreak 50K from a single start/finish hub. Field capped at 450; entries include a tech hoody and finishers get medals..

Experience rugged trails and riverside scenery at the Huron 100 on June 6, 2026, a point to point trail race near Grass Lake, Michigan offering 100 mile and 50 mile distances. Proceeds support the Huron River Watershed and finishers earn a..

Run or walk the Gleaners Hunger Free Summer Race at Freedom River in Brighton Michigan on June 20, 2026. Choose a 5K or 1 Mile and help feed neighbors as donations are matched to multiply every dollar raised.

Join HAPPY TRAILS at Wildwood Metropark in Toledo on June 21, 2026 to support Metroparks Toledo. Run a scenic 5K on mixed trails or enjoy a family friendly 1 mile walk perfect for strollers.

Run or walk the Butterflies & Bouquets 5K on July 11 in Wauseon, a family friendly route through wooded trails and park meadows. Stay after for food trucks, refreshments, prizes and a hands on pollinator garden workshop.

Take on scenic trails and lakeside views at Seven Lakes State Park on August 15, 2026 with 3.5 mile and 7 mile courses or a virtual entry. Trail shoes are encouraged for rolling terrain and roots, and all finishers get a tech shirt, medal,..

Join the third annual Tails & Trails 5K at Independence Oaks in Clarkston for a family friendly run or walk where leashed pets are welcome. Enjoy trail scenery, a kids Cat Walk, vendors, and fundraising for local animal rescues.

Run Woodstock is a two day running festival in Gregory, MI on September 11 and 12, 2026 that blends forest trail races with live music, yoga and on site camping. Distances range from 5 miles to 100 miles, with peace sign medals for finisher..

Experience the Rooted Half Marathon and 5K at Orion Oaks Park on wooded, gently rolling trails with onsite and virtual options. Dogs are welcome in the capped Doggie 5K and all finishers get swag and race day fun.

Join the third annual Meecheway 5K Trail Color Run in Defiance on October 10 for a fun, colorful trail run that supports Black Swamp Area Council Scouting programs. Enjoy a race shirt, treats and friendly competition for all ages.

Join Miles at the Moose on October 10 for a family friendly 1K and 5K at scenic Moose Ridge Golf Course benefiting the U of M Rogel Cancer Center. Enjoy rolling fairways, commemorative hats and medals and post race donuts and cider.

Run or walk through peak fall colors at Independence Oaks in Clarkston, MI on October 10, 2026, on scenic wood chip and hardwood forest trails. Choose 2.5, 5.5 or 8.5 mile routes that start and finish at the same trailhead.

Join the Waldenwoods Turkey Trot, a scenic 5K around Lake Walden at Waldenwoods Resort in Howell MI on Sunday November 1 2026. All proceeds benefit Hartland Area Project and runners get a shirt, goodie bag and raffle chances.

Turkey Trail Trot and Leftovers Race at Stony Creek Metropark is a two day Thanksgiving weekend trail run with multiple distances and virtual options. Bundle both days for connecting medals and help support Meals on Wheels and park trails.

Black Toenail Friday closes out the Trivium Michigan Mega Medal Series on November 27, 2026 at Proud Lake State Recreation Area, with half marathon and 7.5 mile trail options through woods, lakes and rolling hills. Celebrate with campfires,..