Elk River
Trail Running Calendar near Elk River 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Elk River for 2026-2027! We've gathered 14 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A community ultramarathon format that invites running a 5K each hour up to 50K while raising funds for the Children’s Minnesota Kids Cancer Fund; virtual participation and family-friendly options are available.
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.
Clothing optional 5K and 1 mile thirsty/beer mile at Oakwood in Stacy, Minnesota, held August 22, 2026. Adults 18 or older may participate, and the beer mile requires age 21 or older.
September 2026
Backyard ultra at Lake Rebecca on Sep 5, 2026 where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until they can no longer finish within the hour; course includes gravel, asphalt and trail.
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.
October 2026
A half marathon and 5k in Long Lake, Minnesota featuring country roads, rolling hills, crushed limestone trails and a western themed post-race gathering.
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.
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.
A backyard ultra at Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove MN where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner remains.
June 2027
A 5K obstacle run in Dayton MN on June 19, 2027, marking the event's 16th year with Adult and KIDZ Family waves and festival-area spectator access.
Tough Mudder Twin Cities on June 26, 2027 at Wild Wings of Oneka in Hugo MN runs off trail through pine forests, wetlands and bogs. Options include 5K and 15K courses, an Infinity multi lap format, spectator access and group packages.