Cottage Grove
Trail Running Calendar near Cottage Grove 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Cottage Grove for 2026-2027! We've gathered 21 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A community alumni, family and friends 2.5K and 5K run and walk at the National Sports Center in Blaine, Minnesota. Registration runs April 20 to August 14, 2026; entry fee is $10 and light refreshments follow.
September 2026
Experience a scenic trail race through the hills and prairies of Cottage Grove on unpaved cross country ski paths. Choose between the single loop 5k or the double loop 10k for a diverse multi terrain running experience.
An urban trail running event in Theodore Wirth Park offering a Half Marathon, 10K and 5K, post-race music and a complimentary Pryes Brewing beverage, plus a family Field Day and race support including fluid stations and bag drop.
Patriotic endurance event at Buck Hill where participants complete laps on a one mile loop to raise funds for mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
Trail races at William O'Brien State Park in Marine on Saint Croix on September 26 2026, offering 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K on grassy and wooded trails.
October 2026
Experience night trail running on the rolling grassy hills of Lake Elmo Park Reserve. Choose between 5k and 10k races or a 6 hour endurance shuffle on lit ski trails.
A 10 miles trail race at Willow River State Park with technical single track, climbs, stairs, a waterfall, and a cupless format with one aid station.
A community trail event on October 17, 2026 at Theodore Wirth Park honoring Dakota land with 6- and 12-hour looped run/walks, a kids' Little Loopet, and community aid stations.
Nighttime trail event at Battle Creek Regional Park offering 5K, 10K, 15K and a 3 person 15K relay on unlit off-pavement trails with post-race food and drinks.
November 2026
Timed trail challenge at Whitetail Ridge: choose a four hour or eight hour run on a 5 mile single track loop with a one mile bonus.
A Thanksgiving morning run in St. Paul offering 6K and 10K distances with in person and virtual options, tech tee and finisher medal, age group awards, a team contest, and proceeds benefiting the Open Door Pantry.
A fall trail run at Battle Creek Regional Park with 3K, 5K and 10K options on mixed paved and ski-trail terrain, shirts for all runners and podium pies for top finishers.
February 2027
Skyway5k on February 27, 2027 is a chip timed indoor 5K through the St. Paul skyway system starting and ending at Union Depot. The route crosses buildings with stairs turns and accessible elevator detours and welcomes walkers.
April 2027
An annual event at Arden Hills Army Training Site on April 17, 2027 featuring a 30K foot march plus 30K and 5K trail runs, with music, a business expo, and proceeds supporting veteran and military programs.
June 2027
Mightyssippi features a 10 mile race, a two-person 5 mile relay and a new 5K along the Mississippi River in St Paul, finishing at Upper Landing Park with a shuttle back to the start.