Washington
Trail Running Calendar near Washington 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Washington for 2026-2027! We've gathered 20 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Family fitness event at Malden Park on August 29, 2026 featuring varied terrain obstacles, medals for participants, and a welcome for family dogs.
September 2026
A costume friendly 5K run on gravel trails at Blake Farm that passes haunted attractions and zombie paintball scenes. Entry includes a donut, cider, t-shirt, small pumpkin, and admission to Spookyland.
A 60 minute cross country style endurance event at Vernier Hill on a 0.65 mile loop, supporting the JT Mestdagh Foundation with all profits.
An on campus 5K in Oxford MI with a timed run, a 5K obstacle course, a virtual option, and a free kids glow run.
A trail event at Camp Skyline in Almont on 09/26/2026 offering a 5K and 1 mile with chip timing, finisher medal, post race s'more, and age group awards.
Trail races at Orion Oaks County Park in Lake Orion, Michigan include a two-loop half marathon, 5K run/walk, a 5K dog division limited to 50 dogs, plus virtual half and 5K options with the same race swag.
October 2026
Test your endurance at this 24 hour event featuring a scenic 3.1 mile loop through rolling hills and forest trails. Enjoy full support with an extensive aid station and on site camping while supporting the Lions Bear Lake Blind Camp.
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.
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
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
Winter trail event at Addison Oaks County Park on December 20, 2026, featuring a 5K and a free kids fun run, chip timing, age group awards, and winter trail conditions.
March 2027
Trail and paved races at River Bends Park: an 8K trail, a 5K paved route, or a combined 8K then 5K requiring a sub 60 minute 8K finish.
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 trail event at Columbus Park on May 22, 2027 offering an officially timed 5K, a virtual 5K option, and a 1 mile fun run, with proceeds benefiting the J & J Furry Friend Foundation to support Michigan animal rescues.
Backyard ultra in Clarkston, MI on May 22, 2027, run on a flat closed park loop around Crooked Lake with camping, park amenities, and Bronze qualifier status.
June 2027
Tough Mudder Michigan at Koenig Sand and Gravel on June 12, 2027 features 5K, 15K and Infinity course options plus a spectator village with live entertainment.