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Trail Running Calendar near Independence charter Township 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Independence charter Township for 2026-2027! We've gathered 25 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
A charity race at Moose Ridge Golf Course in South Lyon with a 1K kids run and a 5K run/walk supporting the Rogel Cancer Center Breast Cancer Program. Registration includes a commemorative hat and finisher medal; donuts and cider follow the event.
October trails at Independence Oaks showcase fall colors while runners loop around Crooked Lake. Three distance options use successive laps and include Rock Ridge and Spring Lake Trails.
Orienteering at Island Lake Spring Mill Pond on October 18, 2026, with courses from White to Red, per-start fees, loaner compasses, and Rec Passport DNR venue status.
Halloween themed community event in Northville with a Monster Mile and a 5k on the ITC trail, race shirt and medal included, proceeds benefit Kids Without Cancer.
A chip timed 5k at Westview Orchards with a winery finish, age group awards, family options for minors, and charity support for Nik's Wish.
November 2026
Trail race around Lake Walden at Waldenwoods Resort on November 1 2026 with a 3.2 Miles course, prizes, raffle entries, race T shirt and proceeds for the Hartland Area Project.
Orienteering at Huron Meadows in Huron Clinton Metropark on November 1, 2026, using the park map; parking requires a Metropark pass or travel with a passholder.
Orienteering at Independence Oaks on November 15, 2026, with HQ at the Twin Chimneys and a range of courses using map and compass navigation.
Two days of trail racing at Stony Creek Metropark with distances from 2 miles to a half marathon plus a virtual option. A both days bundle gives custom gloves, a free drink coupon, and unique medals that fit together.
Experience a post Thanksgiving trail tradition at Proud Lake State Park with half marathon and 7.5 mile distances. Run or ruck through scenic Michigan forests and enjoy post race campfires and hot cocoa.
December 2026
Nighttime orienteering at Island Lake with a 2 hour Score O format, map provision, per group entry fees, and recommended outdoor gear.
A 5K run/walk on mixed dirt and blacktop trails at Addison Oaks County Park with winter conditions possible, lodge amenities, a fire pit, and a winter outerwear donation drive.
January 2027
February 2027
A winter trail event at Island Lake State Recreation Area on Feb 13, 2027 offering a 13.1 mile Half Marathon and a 5 Mile with run and ruck divisions. Virtual and economy options are available and ruck entries have specific weight requirements.
March 2027
Trail 8K, paved 5K, or the Hoot X 2 combined 13K at River Bends Park with awards, swag options, and youth pricing.
April 2027
Trail races at Proud Lake State Recreation Area offering daytime and nighttime Half Marathon and 10K options, plus double and virtual choices.
May 2027
A May 2, 2027 trail event at Addison Oaks County Park featuring a half marathon, a 5K and a ruck option with shirts, medals, aid stations and post-race food.
A three hour Last Runner Standing backyard ultra on May 22, 2027 in Clarkston, MI, run on a flat closed loop around Crooked Lake with on-site camping and race prizes.