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Trail Running Calendar near Sanford 2026-2027

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Explore the top trail runs near Sanford for 2026-2027! We've gathered 8 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

August 2026
Aug
15
Sa

Dirty Dog Trail Run

Trail Run Walk 5 km 10 km
Off-road event in Midland City Forest offering 10K, 5K and a one mile walk with optional dog participation and chip timing.
Aug
29
Sa

Red Moon Trail Runs

Trail Run Walk 5 km 10 km 25 km
Experience the Midland City Forest trails by day or night at the 10th annual Red Moon Trail Run. Choose from various distances marked by LED guides on a flat loop course with professional timing and finisher medals.
September 2026
Sep
12
Sa

Runnin' with the Law

Trail Run Walk 5 km 5 mi 9 mi
A community race day in Essexville on September 12, 2026 offering distances from a 9.11 mile run to a youth 1/4 mile, plus virtual options and a Public Safety Showcase, with proceeds supporting the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 103.
Sep
12
Sa

First Responder 5K

Trail Run Walk 5 km
Community 5K in Mt Pleasant that raises funds for the Isabella County First Responders Fund and includes family activities, a shirt, medal, and refreshments.
October 2026
Oct
24
Sa

Trick or Trot 5K Trail Run/Walk - Sanford

Trail Run Walk 5 km
A Halloween-themed 5K trail run/walk at Meridian Early College High School in Sanford, MI supporting the Meridian Band Department. Chip timed with costume prizes, awards for top finishers, glow-in-the-dark medals and goodie bags.
Oct
24
Sa

Beaver Fever 5K

Trail Run 5 km
A nighttime 5K on the McCulloch Rd School Forest trails in Beaverton, MI on October 24, 2026. The two-lap, professionally timed trail run includes a shirt option and finisher medal, with proceeds supporting local community development.
November 2026
Nov
26
Th

Gobbler Gallop Trail Run/Walk

Trail Run Walk 5 km
A Thanksgiving morning trail event in Saginaw with a 1 mile youth loop and a single-loop 5k along the Tittabawassee River; timed results, finisher medals for the top five per gender, and proceeds support Hawks Running Club.
December 2026
Dec
13
Su

Dashing Through the Snow 5K - Saginaw

Trail Run Walk 5 km
A charitable 5K trail event at Imerman Memorial Park on December 13, 2026 supporting the Barb Smith Suicide Resource & Response Network, limited to 350 participants.
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