Waterford Township
Trail Running Calendar near Waterford Township 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Waterford Township for 2026-2027! We've gathered 30 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
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 with point to point courses from beginner to expert, map navigation, trail and cross country options, and loaner compasses available.
A 22 hour tribute run at Heritage Park in Canton MI honoring veterans, with flexible participation, a one mile loop, and fundraising for Guitars for Vets, Therapeutic Riding Inc., and Leashes of Valor.
Orienteering event on November 7th 2026 with a 60 minute score course on Highland's Spring Mill area followed by bonus training exercises at Haven Hill.
Orienteering at Independence Oaks with mapped courses from beginner to expert, HQ at the Twin Chimneys and loaner compasses available.
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.
Festive orienteering at Maybury on December 12, 2026 with map and compass navigation, courses around 90 to 120 minutes and a recreation passport required.
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.
Two community 5K fun runs in Rochester MI on Dec 31 and Jan 1 with unique finisher medals and a combined medal for both day participants.
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 Park offering a half marathon linking two parks, a 5K inside Addison Oaks, and a half marathon ruck, capped at 300 entries.