Maple Grove
Trail Running Calendar near Maple Grove 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Maple 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.
September 2026
SISU Backyard Ultra at Lake Rebecca in Rockford, MN on September 5, 2026 uses a 4.167 mile loop run each hour until runners stop, with post-run sauna and swim options.
An urban trail running event in Theodore Wirth Park offering Half Marathon, 10K and 5K with on course aid stations, athlete tracking and a finish line festival.
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.
Community 5k in Wyoming MN on September 19, 2026 supporting Wyoming Fire Relief, with online registration through Sept 18 and race day sign up available.
October 2026
Timed six-hour ultra at Lake Elmo Park Reserve on grassy ski trails with 3.3 mile and 1.2 mile loops, limited to 100 runners and requiring a headlamp.
A trail event along Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ (Bassett Creek) with 6- and 12-hour looped runs or hikes, relay teams, a kids loop, and aid stations featuring Dakota foods.
A 5-mile run/walk on October 17, 2026 at Jacobson’s Pine Tree Apple Orchard supporting Strive Scholarship, with apple treats at the finish and chip timing by FrontRunner.
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
Thanksgiving run in St. Paul with 6K and 10K options along the Mississippi River, a tech tee and finisher medal, virtual entry, and proceeds benefiting Open Door Food Shelf.
February 2027
A Minneapolis winter festival featuring cross-country skiing, fat biking, skijoring, snowshoe races and a kubb tournament, with related events and a weekend fundraiser.
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 Arden Hills event featuring a 30K foot march with an 11 kg ruck plus 30K and 5K trail runs; proceeds support military and veteran programs.
A backyard-style ultra at Elm Creek Park Reserve where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner remains.
May 2027
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.
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.