Trail Running calendar near Saint Croix Falls 2026-2027

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 20, 2026 for a 5K obstacle run with Adult and KIDZ Family Waves. Waivers are required, adults must bring photo ID, and spectators pay $10 cash for festival access.

Tough Mudder Twin Cities is an obstacle event at Wild Wings of Oneka in Hugo Minnesota on June 27 2026, offering 5K, 15K and Infinity formats with named obstacles and 2026 finisher rewards.

Afton Trail Run stages trail races at Afton State Park (St. Croix River valley) on July 4, 2026, offering 25K and 50K distances with course maps, aid stations, volunteers, and published results.

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.

A locally run trail event in Solon Springs Wisconsin on the North Country Trail. Distances include 5K, half marathon, marathon and a 50/50 Mystery Ultra with a 50 runner limit per distance.

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 mid summer trail race at Spring Lake Park in Hastings Minnesota, the Spring Lake Park 5 mile follows two figure eight loops over prairie and wooded single and double track. The event features chip timing, a midrace water stop, parking and..

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 at Riverwood Nature Center offering a 5K trail run and a 1 Mile nature walk with a kids scavenger hunt and a K9 unit demonstration. The 5K has a $30 entry fee and a t shirt guarantee for pre registration.

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.

Experience a scenic trail race through the hills and prairies of Cottage Grove on unpaved cross country ski paths. Choose between the single loop 5k or the double loop 10k for a diverse multi terrain running experience.

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.

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 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..