Trail Running calendar near Eau Claire 2026-2027

Run scenic loops around Eagle Point Lake in Lake Elmo and choose a 5k, 10k or the unique Bingo Card races that can stretch into ultra distances. Complete loops in under 45 minutes to draw bingo balls and chase fun on this chip timed group s..

Multi distance trail running at Zumbro Bottoms in Theilman Minnesota on April 10 and 11 2026. Distances include 100 Mile, 50 Mile, 34 Mile and 17 Mile and the event publishes results and media.

Storm the Park is a trail-running event at Whitewater State Park in Altura MN on April 18, 2026. It offers 5K, 15K, 30K and 50K courses, includes looped formats for longer distances, and has no time cutoffs.

Trail races on April 25, 2026 at the David R. Obey Ice Age Interpretive Center near New Auburn Wisconsin. Distances include 50K, 50K relay, 20 mile, and 10K on mostly single-track Ice Age Trail terrain.

Run scenic trails through forests, grasslands and panoramic viewpoints at Willow River State Park near Hudson, WI. Choose a single 10 mile loop or tackle two loops for 20 miles, with aid stations and views including Willow Falls.

A trail running event at Chester Woods in Eyota, Minnesota on June 7, 2026, offering 5K, 10 mile, 20 mile, and 50k options. Organized by Storm Sporting Events, a nonprofit supporting youth mental health.

Two trail races, 25 km and 50 km, take place on park trails at Afton State Park in Minnesota on July 4, 2026. The event is hosted by ultrarunners and includes course maps, results and volunteer information.

Trail races at Briggs Outdoors in Winona, Minnesota offer 5k, 10k, 21k, 30k and 43k distances on bluff and single-track terrain. The event is cupless, youth trail race certified, and donates a portion of fees to youth mental health programs..

A rolling five mile trail race at Spring Lake Park in Hastings, Minnesota, run as two figure eight loops over prairie and wooded single and double track with about 310 ft elevation gain. Field limit 425 and registration opens Jan 1, 2026.

A small-field ultramarathon on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest near Westboro, WI, offering 100 mile, 100k, and 50k options with camping add-ons and a multi-tier rollover policy.

Trail races in St. Croix Falls on August 29, 2026 offering marathon, half marathon and 10K on mixed single track and paved surfaces. Online registration runs November 28, 2025 to August 25, 2026 with a 150 runner limit and no refunds.

Run the Ravine Trail in Cottage Grove on September 5, 2026 with 5k or 10k options on scenic cross country ski trails through shaded woods and sunny prairie. Expect varied terrain from packed dirt to grassy and rocky sections for a fun, chal..

A trail race at Frontenac State Park on September 19, 2026 offering 5 mile and 10 mile courses through rolling prairies, single track trails, and climbs. The event is cupless with aid stations, restrooms, and onsite parking with park admiss..

Trail races at William O'Brien State Park include 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K courses on grass and singletrack. Online registration opens in late 2025 and race day entries are available; race shirts are optional.

A 10 mile trail race at Willow River State Park with single track trails, hills, a stair climb, and waterfall views. Aid is available about halfway; the event is cupless and provides on-site restrooms and parking.

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.

Run scenic glaciated woodlands and rolling ridges at the Black River Trail Classic in Millston WI with options from 10k to the 85k ultra. Expect well marked trails, hot finish line food, a winter hat and wooden finisher medals.

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.

A Thanksgiving morning running event in St. Paul with live and virtual distances, tech shirts and finisher medals, team contests, and fundraising for the Open Door Pantry.

A multi-discipline trail event in Minnesota City on December 5, 2026 featuring duathlon, relay, a 15K mountain bike, a 15K trail run and a 5K trail run. Organized by Storm Sporting Events to support youth mental health.