Michigan
Michigan Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Michigan for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 128 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Michigan below and join the trail community at these great events!
September 2026
A community color run organized by Holy Family School PTO in East Tawas, a 2 Miles trail run and walk through the park that is untimed and stroller friendly.
A 5K run and walk at Heritage Park in Hanover on September 20, 2026, raising funds for the Hanover-Horton Cross Country Team.
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.
Free trail run through Stinchfield Woods and Peach Mountain with Altra demo shoes, a flexible 6 to 7 mile route, limited parking and post run coffee.
A free community 5K cross country run and walk at McGraft Park on the Muskegon High School course, two-loop layout, stroller friendly, dogs not allowed.
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 looped trail event at Cannonsburg Ski Area featuring 100 mile and 50 mile ultra options with large elevation gain, plus 10K and 20K single track races; aid station and crew access each loop, participant fields are limited.
Experience the natural beauty of the Manistee National Forest with 15 mile, 45K, and 50 mile trail races through the scenic woods of Big Rapids, Michigan.
A family-friendly orchard trail event on September 26, 2026 at Diehl's Cider Mill featuring a 5K and 1 mile fun run, race shirts, medals, free cider and donuts, and additional Ciderfest activities.
Trail 5K and 1 Mile at Camp Skyline in Almont, chip-timed by Ope Racing Company, with finisher medals, post-race snacks and age-group awards.
A multi-distance event on the flat Betsie Valley Trail in Thompsonville, MI featuring a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a 1 Mile Fun Run fundraiser on September 26, 2026.
A grass cross country 5K at Island Lake State Recreation Area with timing, age group awards, a tech shirt, and festival tickets.
Experience a trail run or walk through the scenic Flushing Farms with 5K and 10K options for all participants in Flushing Michigan.
Camp Liberty 5K Run/Nature Walk in Brooklyn, MI on 09/26/2026 supports a nonprofit offering free outdoor programs and outreach for veterans and first responders.
Community event at Camp Jijak with a 5K, 1 mile trail challenge, and a 24 in 24 miles challenge; donations accepted for K9 Camo Companions.
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.
A multi-distance event at Potter Park on 09/27/2026 with chip timing, designer shirts and medals, a kids dash, volunteer options, and a mailed virtual race packet.
A countryside running event at Almar Orchard with 1K, 5K, 10K and 10 mile options, orchard terrain, aid stations, and cider plus a pancake breakfast after the race.
October 2026
Eighth Annual North Shore Trail Run at Coast Guard Park in Spring Lake, MI with 10K, 5K, combo option, and a free 2K kids fun run benefiting local nonprofits.
A 5K trail run and walk at the Franciscan Lowell campus on October 3, 2026, supporting music therapy and land restoration with live music stations along the route.